UNESCO Sites in Cyprus: Monuments And Archaeological Sites

If you are looking for UNESCO sites in Cyprus you came to the right place.

Embark on an adventurous journey of history, culture and faith in this stunning Mediterranean paradise…Cyprus. What a wonderful opportunity to explore the island by car and find its “hidden UNESCO treasures”. Magnificent experience! :-)

Here’s a few words about the list of the UNESCO sites in Cyprus…

The first inscription on the UNESCO list included the archaeological sites of the Sanctuary of Aphrodite in Kouklia (Palaipafos), the archaeological site of Nea Paphos (also known as Kato Paphos archaeological park) and the Tombs of the Kings (Hellenistic period).

The second registration included the Byzantine and Post-Byzantine churches in the Troodos mountain range…

…and the third registration included the archaeological site of the Neolithic Settlement of Choirokitia.

In addition, in this article (see the quick links below) you will also find the UNESCO list of Cyprus’s Intangible Cultural Heritage.

What is intangible cultural heritage?

It’s the customs, living traditions, art, practices and knowledge that are passed on from generation to generation. These are considered to be the intangible heritage of a country…

…and in this case, the heritage of the island of Cyprus.

To make it easier and quicker for you, we divided the UNESCO sites in Cyprus by district. Check out the quick links below to guide you through the article…

UNESCO Sites in Cyprus: Paphos District

In the Paphos district you will find the following UNESCO archaeological sites…

• The Sanctuary of Aphrodite in Palaipafos (in Kouklia)
• The Archaeological Park of Kato Paphos and
• The Tombs of the Kings

UNESCO Sites in Cyprus: Limassol District

The Limassol district has one UNESCO site and that’s the…

• Church of Timios Stavros (Holy Cross) in Pelendri. This is a church that contains unique 14th century wall paintings.

UNESCO Sites in Cyprus: Larnaca District

In Larnaca district, you will find in Choirokitia the UNESCO archaeological site of the…

• Neolithic Settlement of Choirokitia

UNESCO Sites in Cyprus: Nicosia District

On your way to visit the wonderful Byzantine and Post-Byzantine churches below, stop the car and admire the splendid breathtaking views of the Troodos Mountain range and take some pictures for amazing memories. These “hidden UNESCO treasures” in Troodos are the…

• Ayios Nikolaos tis Stegis (St. Nicholas of the Roof) in Kakopetria: An 11th century church.
• Panayia tis Asinou (Panayia Phorviotissa) in Nikitari: A 12th century church.

(Panayia – also spelled Panagia – means Virgin Mary).

• Panayia in Moutoullas: This is a 13th century church and the earliest example of steep-pitched wooden roofs.
• Panayia tou Araka in Lagoudera: A 12th century church.
• Archangelos Michael (Archangel Michael) in Pedoulas: This is a late 15th century church.
• Panayia Podithou in Galata:  An early 16th century church.
• Stavros (Holy Cross) tou Agiasmati in Platanistasa: A 14th century church.
• Church of the Transfiguration of the Savior (tou Soteros) in Palaichori Oreinis: A 16th century church.
• Monastery of Ayios Ioannis (St. John) Lambadistis in Kalopanayiotis: A 13th century monastery.

UNESCO List of Cyprus’s Intangible Cultural Heritage

Apart from the 11000 years of history and civilization which are based on archaeological evidence, Cyprus culture is also reflected by its authentic and unique intangible cultural heritage.

Our customs, living traditions, art, practices and knowledge that are passed on from generation to generation are the intangible cultural heritage of the island and we are proud of it.

You are welcome to have a unique, authentic and splendid experience on the island of love and saints by taking part in our culture. You will love it! :-)

Cyprus inscribed 5 elements on the UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage which are the…

• Lefkaritika or Lefkara laces
• Tsiattista (poetic duelling)
• Mediterranean diet
• Art of dry stone walling, knowledge and technique and
• Byzantine Chant

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…And that wraps up our article on the UNESCO sites in Cyprus. We hope you found what you were looking for :-).

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