Lying at the crossroads of the eastern Mediterranean, the island of Cyprus has long been a meeting point for many of the world’s great civilizations. Situated where Europe, Asia, and Africa meet, its location has shaped its history of bringing civilizations together. Many powers conquered the island, and Cyprus was ruled by the Hittites, the Egyptians, the Persians, and the Greeks until it was absorbed by the Romans. Cyprus is also known as the “Island of Love”. According to mythology, Aphrodite, the ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty, was born from the foam of the sea on the southwestern coast of Cyprus. With this impressive historical legacy, Cyprus is inevitably an archaeologist’s dream destination. It has become famous for its archaeological sites and treasures, including three UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

ANCIENT CYPRUS: A TRAVEL GUIDE

Map showing all the archaeological sites and museums I have visited in Cyprus: