Paphos Cyprus
Paphos sights
The Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis (Church of St Nicholas of the Roof) is an 11th century church that was once part of a monastery complex. The monastery flourished from the Mid-Byzantine era and declined during the 18th century, finally ceasing to function as a monastery by the end of the 19th century. Apart from the church, no other monastic buildings survive today. The name comes from the steep tiled roof that was built over the church to protect the original domed roof. The interior of the church is decorated with beautiful frescoes dating from the 11th to the 17th century.
The church is located 3km from the village of Kakopetria on the northern slopes of Mount Olympos. It is signposted as you approach the village.
Entrance free (2020)
