Aphrodite's Rock

Rock formation Kouklia, Paphos, Cyprus

What to expect

Aphrodite's Rock, also known as Petra tou Romiou, is a sea stack located off the shore in Paphos, Cyprus. It is a popular tourist location due to its beauty and its status in mythology as the birthplace of Aphrodite. The sea in this region is generally rough, and it is not permitted to climb the rock. A restaurant, a tourist pavilion, and the Aphrodite Hills resort are nearby. According to legend, this rock is the site of the birth of the goddess Aphrodite, and it is said that any person who swims around the rock will be blessed with eternal beauty

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Is Cyprus worth visiting in winter? Our experiences & tips

Is Cyprus worth visiting in winter? Our experiences & tips
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Aphrodite Rock, a popular spot. "The most beautiful places with significantly fewer tourists than in the main season" This place was noticeably less crowded

Highlights: We appreciated the fewer tourists at this popular spot. Seeing the beautiful places with fewer tourists made the experience better. It was noticeable how less crowded it was compared to the peak season ✨