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Karpas Peninsula is one of the very few relatively unspoiled
areas left on the island of Cyprus—so far at least.
It is noted for its broad, sandy beaches, which provide
some of the few remaining nesting grounds for sea turtles
in the whole Mediterranean, as well a low rolling hills
that are home to herds of wild donkeys. |
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The
Oasis Hotel |
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stayed at the Oasis Hotel next to the ruined church
of Ayios Philon on the north coast. The small bay had
once been the site of a Roman port and a good stretch
of the original breakwater still stands. The hotel is
basic but very comfortable and the fresh seafood was
excellent. |
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Ayios
Philon |
Ayios
Philon |
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Ron
& Lorna examining the Roman quayside |
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The
south coast on the way to Cape Andreas |
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Bystander |
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few kilometres east of Ayios Philon is another ancient
site, the old Roman town of Aphendrika. According to
Strabo, it was one of the 6 great cities of Cyprus but
now it is reduced to three ruined churches and the badly
preserved remains of some houses. |
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Bob
& Toni with Lorna & Ron in the distance |
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