Krashochoria Wine Villages / Wine Tasting
In the villages of Kilani,
Vasa, Omodos, Pachna and Arsos wine making is still
the main occupation of locals. You can visit the many wineries
and taste for yourself the famous red dry wine produced
in the area.
Kykko Monastery
Founded in the 1100s and dedicated to
the Virgin Mary it is the Kykko Monastery is the most famous and richest monastery
in Cyprus. 3 km west of the Monastery, Archbishop Makarios
III, the first President of Cyprus, is buried in Throni.
Donkey sanctuary in Vouni / Walking
There are more
than 100 Cyprus donkeys in this shelter. Most have been
working very hard in the vineyards and are now given
the chance to retire and spend the rest of their days
in this peaceful place. A leisurly walk there will take
approximately ½ hour.
Different walking and biking routes are available in the area. The Troodos region
offers endless possibilities to discover the rich botanical
and geological variety. Walking maps are available on
request. |