The Xylofagou Tower: A Venetian Watchtower
The Venetian Archtecture The Xylofagou Tower: In the Venetian era, Venetians created a chain of watchtowers along the southern coast for protection from the ottomans. The Xylofagou Tower, along with…
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The Malounta Stone Bridge
The Malounta Stone Bridge: Cyprus’s Hidden Historical Treasure The Malounta stone bridge stands as one of Cyprus’s hidden historical treasures, nestled in the foothills of the Troodos Mountains. This centuries-old…
The Skarfou Bridge in Stavros tis Psokas
Venetian-era Craftsmanship The Skarfou Bridge (also known as Skarfos Bridge) stands as one of the oldest and most charming stone bridges in the Paphos district of Cyprus. Nestled in the…
The Platanistasas Watermill Cyprus
A Legacy Etched in Stone and Water The Platanistasas watermill stands as a powerful testament to the ingenuity of rural Cyprus. Nestled within a verdant valley, the mill harnesses the…
The Venetian Bridge of Akapnou: A Lonely Sentinel
A Remote Strategic Link The Venetian bridge of Akapnou was constructed by Venetian engineers near the village of Akapnou. They built it to address a specific logistical challenge in the…
The Venetian Bridge of Kalopanayiotis: A Village Anchor
A Community-Focused Crossing The Venetian bridge of Kalopanayiotis was commissioned by the rulers of Cyprus. They built it to serve the specific needs of this mountain village. Its primary function…
The Venetian Bridge Mylos: A Millstone Crossing
A Bridge with a Dual Purpose The Venetian Mylos Bridge was constructed by the authorities in Cyprus. They built it during their rule of the island in the 16th century.…
The Venetian Bridge Elia: A Secluded Arch in the Hills
Function in a Rural Network The Venetian Bridge Elia also known as “treis Elies Venetian Bridge” was built by the authorities. This was common in the Troodos region. They had…
The Venetian Bridge Trimiklini: A Restored River Crossing
Strategic Location and Purpose The Venetian Bridge Trimiklini was commissioned in the late medieval period by Venetian engineers. They needed a durable structure to span the Kouris River, linking the…
The Venetian Bridge Tzelefos: A Forested Masterpiece
The History of the Venetian bridge Tzelefos The Venetian Bridge Tzelefos is situated in a serene environment, under a canopy of trees and is the island’s biggest and most known…