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Paphos is renowned for being the mythical birthplace of the goddess Aphrodite. It also holds an important strategic location between European Mediterranean countries and the Middle East. Its turbulent history has been moulded by many ruling powers and ancient myths.

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Despite stealing much of the city’s wealth, the Romans did leave an architectural legacy which can still be seen today, including the main network of roads. Christianity soon arrived in Paphos, with Saint Paul converting the governor in 46 AD, preceding the fall of the Roman Empire.

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Cyprus gained its independence in 1960 and the country joined the League of Nations. There were however extreme tensions between Turkish and Greek Cypriots. This resulted in the eastern half of the island being taken over by the Turks.

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