In and around
Aphrodite Hills
As you follow the road signs and take a route just off the main road
between Limassol and Pafos, a view so beautiful it takes your breath
away rises up to greet you. This is Petra tou Romiou, the fabled
birthplace of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, beauty, and
fertility.
Aphrodite was named after her famous birth - she was born of
sea-foam (aphros) and emerged naked from the waves, taking her
first steps in Cyprus. The famous formation of rocks marks the spot.
Her dramatic birth remains an inspiration for artists and poets the
world over, including Botticelli’s masterpiece, nicknamed “Venus on a
half shell”. The beauty of Aphrodite was also the inspiration behind
Aphrodite Hills - the most stunning and luxurious residential resort
to be found on our island of love, and the Eastern Mediterranean.
Discover and enjoy the wonders of Aphrodite Hills and its
surrounding delights. You will soon discover why the area is fit
for the Gods…
“The Aphrodite Hills golf course is the
culmination of my 40 years experience of
designing courses, and I rate it among my very
best work. Apart from the wonderful views
out to sea from so many holes, the striking
feature of the site is the deep canyon that
separates two plateaus.”
Course Designer
Golf Academy
The Golf Academy at Aphrodite Hills offers a wide range of
programmes for golfers of all levels. Utilising the latest training
technology, our experienced PGA-qualified golf professionals
offer expert tuition.
The first class facilities of the academy feature a large doubleended driving range with targets and distance markers, short
game facilities (which include pitching and chipping greens
with bunkers and a generously sized putting green), and a
challenging 3-hole course, consisting of two par 4’s and a par 3.
Golf Tournaments
The majestic championship standard
18-hole golf course is the focal point
of the resort and home to a variety of
domestic and international tournaments
throughout the year.
Mini-Golf
For those who view golf as a game
rather than a passion, and our younger
friends! The mini-golf lanes provide a light
and enjoyable leisure activity or practise in
preparation for graduation to the 18-hole
course.
The Retreat offers a haven away from the chaos of
the world. Enjoy the serene monastic interior and
thermae rooms, or the fragrance garden overlooking
the Mediterranean to experience the ultimate in
indulgence for your body, mind and soul.
The Retreat
Thermae
Developed around a colonnaded central courtyard, the
Greco-Roman thermae heated rooms include jacuzzi,
sauna, and traditional hammam, along with outdoor
pool and sundeck.
Yoga
Yoga is the most diversified spiritual practice in the
world and is designed to improve your body, relax your
mind, and increase the flow of vital energy in your body
through a series of toning and stretching moves. Our
Yoga classes, held by a professional instructor, will help
you reap the many benefits of this art form.
Tai-Chi
Tai-Chi is an internal Chinese ‘soft’ martial art which is
an effective form of self-defence. Our Tai-Chi classes are
held with a qualified instructor who will teach you all
about the central element of the practice which dictates
how a movement should be made from the internal
core of the body - the abdomen and the back - and not
from the external parts of the body, such as arms and
shoulders.
Tennis Academy
Boasting Olympic class facilities, stunning views of
the coast and an endorsement by the leading tennis
equipment and clothing brand Wilson, the Aphrodite
Hills Tennis Academy offers everything for the tennis
aficionado. Our professionals offer a full range of
coaching, assessment and training services to get you
in competing shape for the tournaments held on our
floodlit greenset hard courts.
Gym Facilities
The Retreat offers a complete facility for all your fitness, physiotherapy and sports massage
requirements. Our spacious 140 sq. metres Cybex-equipped gym holds state-of-the-art
equipment along with an 80 sq. metres sprung-floor aerobics studio. Internal and garden
terraces offer stunning and calming views.
Our fitness team work in close association with the UK’s leading provider of specialist training
courses and services, Premier Training International, and can offer a range of group and individual
training, assessment and development programmes to suit all levels, along with a variety of
aerobics and stretching classes.
Nature Trail Walk
A dramatic ravine separates the resort in two and provides for
a wonderful nature trail. Informative notice boards throughout
the trail highlight the unique fauna and flora of which over 150
plant, and 60 animal species have been recorded.
Biking Trails
Take in the fresh air and stunning views with a bike ride.
Asphalted biking trails are available within the resort. For more
challenging tours, rugged trails are available within the forestry
land of ‘Lakos tou Frangou’ adjacent to the resort, or around
the neighbouring area of Aphrodite’s Rock.
Horse-back Riding
The climate and terrain surrounding Aphrodite Hills make
horse-back riding a perfect sport to take up. In addition to being
relaxing, horse-back riding is also a wonderful form of exercise
and improves co-ordination and balance. Horse-back riding
lessons are available in the protected forestry land of ‘Lakos tou
Frangou’, which is adjacent to the north end of the resort.
Children’s Facilities & Activities
Aphrodite Hills offers a variety of on-site children’s activities to
keep your little treasures occupied and engaged! Activities such
as mini-golf, horse-back riding and outdoor and indoor children’s
playgrounds provide exercise and fresh air, whilst a video games
area is also available.
A traditional village square in Cyprus is always
a meeting place where locals can relax, shop
and catch up on what’s new. The Aphrodite Hills
Village Square offers the traditional atmosphere
of a Cypriot village square with a modern twist.
Dining
Tantalise your taste buds with a delicious meal,
snack or drink from the Pithari, Taverna, Anoi Pub
& Bar, Zimi Pizza & Pasta, Platia Coffee Shop &
Ouzerie and Gevsis Gelateria and Creperie - all
conveniently located in this charming traditional
Cypriot Village Square. Built from locally quarried
stone, a range of retail outlets are also on-hand to
help you finish off your meal with a bout of retail
therapy.
Theme Nights
In addition to the local traditional dances you can
enjoy a range of exciting theme nights. We
can transport you to different eras, worlds and
countries with medieval and 1950’s themes, along
with entertainment that includes tribute artists,
dance shows, karaoke and stage acts.
Cyprus is deservedly known as the island for all seasons. Steeped in
rich culture and history, the old comfortably mingle with the new and
there is much to see and do.
A plenitude of sites and attractions are located within easy reach of
the resort in Pafos, or Limassol area and the Troodos mountains.
Local Winery and Wine Tasting
Enjoy sampling the delicious and aromatic
wines of the island on a specially organised
wine tasting tour to one of the nearby local
wineries. After a day of tasting you will have
the opportunity to buy the perfect red
or the crispiest white wine to take home
and enjoy whilst reminiscing about your
wonderful days in Cyprus!
Wine Museum
The Wine Museum, located in Erimi village,
Limassol presents a journey through
centuries of Cyprus wine history. Ancient
jars and vases, medieval drinking vessels,
private collections, old documents and
instruments illustrate how wine was
produced, stored and enjoyed in the past.
Mosaic Workshop
After a trip to the famous “House of Dionysos”, you
may be inspired to learn more about the mosaics
of Cyprus and the art in general. Our organised
workshops will teach you everything you need to
know and give you the chance to try your hand at
recreating the beautiful mosaics of the Romans.
Pottery Workshop
Traditional Cyprus clay pots are commonly used in
Cypriot society - many homes have a traditional clay
plant urn outside their front garden and clay pots
are used for cooking the delicious ‘lamb tava’ and
‘moussaka’ dishes in! Try your hand at your own
creations at our organised pottery workshop and
learn all about the skill.
We have a range of organised excursions that take in the
most famous sites and attractions that the area has to offer.
There are a great number of delightful villages that retain the
traditional architecture and way of Cypriot life and provide an
insightful glimpse into what makes Cyprus unique.
Oleastro - The Olive Museum
The House of the Olive - ‘Oleastro’ is located in
Anogyra village, only a few minutes away from
Aphrodite Hills. Learn all about olive oil extraction
methods of the past and the role olive oil plays in
the Mediterranean way of life. Oleastro consists of a
museum, gift shop specializing in olive products, cosy
coffee shop, visitor’s library and a state-of-the-art
ecological olive mill.
Omodos Village
Omodos is one of the wine producing villages of the southern slopes
of the Troodos mountains. The village is famous for its winding streets
and small pebbled square lined with cafes and small shops. Within the
square is the Monastery of the Holy Cross (Stavros) which displays
beautiful hand-made icons and woodcarvings.
Lemba Village
The village of Lempa is located near Pafos, close to the sea, and is of
particular historic significance due to excavations which revealed an
important settlement of the Chalcolithic period. The replicas of two
houses from this period have been constructed near the site.
Erimi Village
Erimi village is in the Limassol district and is one of the island’s most
ancient villages. Places of interest are the holy church of ‘Timios
Prodromos’ (Church of the Precursor) built between 1875-1900, and
the wine museum. Pottery fragments found in Erimi are the oldest
evidence available of storage jars used throughout the ancient world
for transporting wine.
Folk-art Museum
The Folk-art Museum in Yeroskipou, Pafos is a
beautiful collection of Cypriot folk art of the
19th and early 20th century, and is showcased in
a restored old house known as Hadjismith. The
name of the village comes from the Greek word
‘Hieroskepos’, which is the sacred Garden of
Aphrodite.
House of Dionysos
The House of Dionysos is located in Kato Pafos on
the southwest coast and is the remains of a private
Roman villa which had more than 40 rooms. It is
believed to date back from the 3rd century AD
and was excavated between 1962 and 1974. The
mosaic floors are considered among the finest in
the Eastern Mediterranean, mostly depicting scenes
from Greek mythology.
Ancient Kourion Amphitheatre
The fascinating Kourion sites are located in Episkopi
Village, 9 miles west of Limassol. The ruins of a GrecoRoman theatre have been fully restored and provide
a wonderful setting for summer plays and concerts.
Other attractions include the house of Eustolios, public
baths and mosaic floors. A nearby old house serves as
a museum displaying archaeological finds from the sites.
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Kolossi Castle
Kolossi Castle, located in the western environs of
Limassol, was constructed in the 13th century and rebuilt
in the 15th. This fine example of military architecture
first served as the Grand Commandery of the Knights
Templar, and as the headquarters of the Knights of
the Order of St. John of Jerusalem after the fall of
Acre in 1291. The traditional Cypriot sweet red wine
Commandaria took its name from this.
Monasteries
When the apostles Paul and Barnabas
arrived in Cyprus in 45/46 AD, the
island became the first Christian
community outside of Israel. Today
small chapels, churches and monasteries
testify to nearly 2000 years of Christian
cultural life all around Cyprus.
Ayios Neophytos
The hermit and scholar Neophytos settled at what’s referred to
as the Ayios Neophytos Monastery in 1159. The “Engleistra”, an
enclosure, carved out of the mountain by the hermit, contains
some of the finest Byzantine frescoes dating from the 12th to
the 15th century. The monastery itself is home to only a handful
of monks and situated below the grottoes.
Aphrodite’s Rock (Petra Tou Romiou)
Petra tou Romiou is the Greek name for the famous and
stunning birthplace of Aphrodite which dates back from 1200
BC. The actual rock is just a 5 minute drive from Aphrodite
Hills. It was believed that swimming around the rock with
your partner at full moon would bring you eternal love.
Kouklia Village
Kouklia village is located next to Aphrodite Hills. Sights of
interest include the remains of the Temple of Aphrodite dating back to the 12th century BC, Kouklia Museum which
displays remains from the site in what was once a Lusignan
manor and the House of Leda containing a copy of the
mosaic depicting Leda and the Swan.
With an average of 340 days of sunshine a year, Cyprus
is a hub of water-sports and water activities. Cool off
from the summer heat on a sailing trip aboard a boat
or yacht, enjoy some of the underwater sights with a
diving trip or spend a day of thrills at the water parks.
Boat Trips / Yachting
Sea cruises are usually available from May to
October, weather permitting, for either a day or a
couple of hours. Choose one of the cruises that
incorporates octopus fishing or an on-board meal, or
take a luxurious private yacht cruise and enjoy the
Mediterranean blue waters.
Diving
Discover the captivating underwater world of Cyprus!
With visibility up to 50 metres, very minimal current
and sea temperatures that range from about 17
degrees Celsius (63F) up to 27/28 (82F), diving is
the ideal sport to enjoy. Sights of interest are the
amphorae ‘cemented’ into the reefs off Pafos, an
abundance of marine life; and one of the top ten
wreck dives in the world - the ‘Zenobia’ - which lies
on its side in 42 metres of water just 1500 metres
from the shore in Larnaca.
Water Park
Fasouri Watermania is located in Fasouri, Limassol
- just a 20 minute drive from Aphrodite Hills. It is
presently the biggest waterpark in Cyprus both in size
and number of attractions (with 30 different slides for
all ages). The Waterpark packs an impressive array
of attractions, facilities and services. Decked out in a
Polynesian theme, the Waterpark gives a tropical feel
to your experience.
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