Paphos...

... Saint Paul

In the footsteps of St Paul in Pafos

Cyprus was the first country in the world to have been ruled by a Christian governor, whose seat was in Pafos, the capital of the island in antiquity

Cyprus island of Saints

Cyprus is a sunny island all the year round, an island of myths, of love and of dreams. With a 10,000 year old history, it is a place of great natural beauty and geostrategical importance.

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St. Paul

Although he was not one of Jesus' close circle of students, Paul became an Apostle as a result of his divine calling, thereby taking on the heavy burden of spreading the Gospel.

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Arrival of St. Paul in Pafos

According to written sources, St. Paul accompanied by Mark the Evangelist, entered Pafos through one of the Town entrances (gates), three of which survive to this day (Acts 13.5), "crossing the island to Pafos".

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The Church of Agia Kyriaki Chrysopolitissa

The church is situated a short distance from the harbour and was built over the ruins of the largest Early Christian basilica found in Cyprus.

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The House of Theseus / Mosaics

The Roman villas situated a stone's throw from Pafos harbour, were found accidentally and have the most exquisite mosaics depicting scenes from Greek mythology.

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St. Paul's Departure

According to Evsevius (religious history), St. Paul left by ship from Pafos for Perga in Pamphylia (Acts 13.5 "Paul and the others left Pafos and sailed to Perga in Pamphylia").

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Churches and Monasteries with wall paintings depicting St. Paul

The Church of Saints Paul and Barnabas - Pafos Built recently, it lies in the centre of town. Saints Paul and Barnabas are depicted in several places inside the church. The church is dedicated to St. Paul and attracts many faithful especially during christian feast days.

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Map of Churches and Monasteries with wall paintings depicting St. Paul

Island of Saints, painted churches, myths and miracle-working icons.

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