Category: The “Treasures of Mountainous Larnaca” route

Departing from the center of Larnaca, about 40 km to the southwest is the village of Kato Drys, the first “Melissochori (Bee village)” of this route. The first station is the Bee and Embroidery Museum in the center of the community, which was founded by Iakovos and Elli Korniotis, as gift to the Cypriot soldiers…

At a distance of less than 1 km from the Christoudia winery, in an idyllic landscape in the village of Vavla, is the women’s Monastery of Agios Minas which is famous for the miraculous icon of Agios Minas. Τhe date of the foundation of the monastery is unknown. The first written evidence of its existence…

The small village of Vavla has been declared in its entirety as a protected area. Among the important attractions that the visitor can admire are the cobbled alleys throughout the whole village and the traditional architecture, with unique buildings constructed with white stone, as well as the three beautiful churches. In the center of Vavla…

At about 3 km from Vavla is the picturesque village of Lageia, located in a green landscape, which residents are mainly engaged in honey production. The village’s name comes from the Greek verb “lagiazo” which means to be quiet, relaxed, far from the noise of big villages and cities. Visitors can enjoy their coffee while…

The community of Agioi Vavatsinias is located approximately 9.6 km north of the village of Lageia. It is a historical community with picturesque alleys and buildings. Taking a walk, travelers will come across two dams, as well as the village church, Saints Anargyros Kosmas and Damianos. Just outside the village, there is also the sanctorum…

Following the road to the east, heading towards the community of Vavatsinia, visitors will enjoy the amazing climate, as well as the natural landscape, which is extremely impressive, as it is covered with a multitude of broad-leaved deciduous trees. For nature lovers, we suggest crossing the small path of Aionovia Vavatsinia, which starts from the…

The community of Lefkara is located 10 km southeast of Vavatsinia and is an ideal destination for a stroll through the picturesque alleys of the village. It is also known worldwide for its traditional art of embroidery, with the unique lace handicrafts and silversmithing. It is world famous for its traditional embroidered lace handicrafts and…