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Paphos Guide

Sanctuary of Aphrodite, Palaepaphos

Paphos

The ruins of the most famous sanctuary of Aphrodite in the ancient world, in the village of Kouklia.

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Sanctuary of Aphrodite, Palaepaphos — Paphos
Sanctuary of Aphrodite, Palaepaphos · Nikodem Nijaki / CC BY-SA 3.0 (Wikimedia Commons)

What you will see

Palaepaphos (“Old Paphos”) was one of the ancient city-kingdoms of Cyprus and a pilgrimage centre for the worship of Aphrodite. The site is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Paphos.

Museum

A medieval Lusignan manor house on the site holds the local museum with finds from the sanctuary.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Sanctuary of Aphrodite, Palaepaphos by public transport?

The nearest stops are Kouklia Archaeological Site, 6th Stop Kouklia, 3rd Stop Kouklia. Open any of them to see the lines that stop there, or use the Journey Planner for a route from your location to Sanctuary of Aphrodite, Palaepaphos.

What is the nearest stop to Sanctuary of Aphrodite, Palaepaphos?

Kouklia Archaeological Site (stop code 31859), about 200 m from Sanctuary of Aphrodite, Palaepaphos. On the stop page you can see all the lines that stop there and live arrival estimates.

Where is Sanctuary of Aphrodite, Palaepaphos located?

Sanctuary of Aphrodite, Palaepaphos is in Paphos. You can see its exact location and a 3D view at the top of this page.

How do I get to Sanctuary of Aphrodite, Palaepaphos from another part of the city?

Open the Journey Planner, enter your origin (an address or a stop) and Sanctuary of Aphrodite, Palaepaphos as the destination — you will get the best routes with lines, transfers and departure times based on the timetable.

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