Paphos Cyprus
Paphos sights
Originally there were two forts guarding the entrance to the harbour. The oldest one is now only a pile of rock out on the breakwater. The one that remains was originally a Byzantine fort that was destroyed in an earthquake in the 13th century and rebuilt by the Lusignans. The Lusignans were a royal house of French origin and between the 12th and 15th centuries they ruled a variety of kingdoms including Cyprus, Armenia and briefly the Kingdom of Jerusalem. After the island was captured by the Ottomans the Fort was used as a prison. Throughout the life the building it has seen many uses. It has served as a fortress, a prison and even a warehouse for salt during the British occupation of the island. Nowadays the building is mostly empty.
The fort is located on the Western end of Paphos harbour.
Entrance 2.50 Euro (2020)
