Paphos Cyprus
Paphos sights
The Panagia Chrysopolitissa Church was built in the 12th century on the site of an early Byzantine basilica. The ruins of the Basilica still surround the church including the remains of ancient floor mosaics. The site also contains the Pillar of St Paul, where legend has it that Paul was flogged for preaching Christianity in 45 AD. The story goes that the apostles Barnabas and Paul came to Cyprus to teach the inhabitants the ways of Christianity. However, they faced fierce opposition from the Roman governor and Paul was sentenced to 39 lashes. Apparently the governor later changed his mind and became a Christian.
The site is located just off the road leading North from the harbour.
Entrance free (2020)
