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Painted Churches in the Troodos Region
Nicosia, Cyprus
About
This region is characterized by one of the largest groups of churches and monasteries of the former Byzantine Empire. The complex of 10 monuments included on the World Heritage List, all richly decorated with murals, provides an overview of Byzantine and post-Byzantine painting in Cyprus. They range from small churches whose rural architectural style is in stark contrast to their highly refined decoration, to monasteries such as that of St John Lampadistis.
Supporting source: Wikipedia
Plan your visit
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This serial UNESCO group has no unified timetable. Example official current schedules include Metamorfosis tou Sotiros with seasonal Tue-Sat and Sunday opening, while other churches such as Panagia Podithou or Archangelos Michael may be by appointment or on reduced schedules. Most are closed on public holidays.
Admission
Free
Booking
Booking recommended
When to go
- Time of day: Morning, Afternoon
Features & amenities
What to expect
- Indoor + outdoor
What to bring
- Water
- comfortable shoes
Good to know
- Partially accessible
- No guide needed
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