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The imposing Troodos mountain range, home of our very own Mount
Olympus, raises its highest peak to 1951m above sea level and stretches
across most of the southern and western part of Cyprus. The lower slopes of
the Troodos alternate between terraced vineyards and the Phoenician juniper
maquis found in abundance near the coast, sprinkled in places with pink rock
rose and wild lavender. Bright green pine trees and tall cedars dominate in the
higher elevations. This is a region of cool air, abundant nature trails and
villages of red-tiled roofs where the pace is refreshingly relaxed. This tranquil
region provides a cool refuge for hiking, skiing, mountain biking, nature study
and picnics among idyllic pine scented forests. Byzantine monasteries and
charming villages, some with cobbled streets and preserved folk architecture
are built on terraced hillsides amid vineyards and orchards. Nestled in the
Troodos Mountains are some of the most beautiful hill resorts of the island,
with mountain streams and refreshing alpine atmosphere. The Troodos is also
home to ten painted Byzantine churches, all on UNESCO’s World Heritage
List.
Main places of interest:
Troodos Visitor Centre
Platres Resort
Pitsilia Area
Kakopetria Village
Kykkos Monastery
Church of Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis
Church of Panagia Asinou
Church of Panagia tou Araka
HILL RESORTS
Omodos village (Holy Cross Monastery)
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