Tombs of the Kings
Tombs of the Kings in Paphos, Cyprus
The Tomb of the Kings, is the final resting place of a group of aristocrats that lived and died in Paphos during Biblical times around 300 BC. The site is declared as a World Cultural Heritage site by UNESCO, and is maintained by Cyprus Department of Antiquities.
The site consists of eight complexes, bearing strong resemblance to Egyptian tombs, featuring Doric pillars, carved out of solid rock and remarkable fresco-ed walls. The design of these tombs is indebted to the Macedonians, passed on from Alexander's armies to the Ptolemies.
These catacombs were used by early Christians who settled here, and one of the tombs was turned into a chapel. In the Middle Ages, some tombs were used as makeshift dwellings or as workplace where pottery was made.
Getting There - Tombs of the Kings
The Tombs of the Kings, lies on the northern-most edge of Paphos town (Kato Paphos), to the north and east of the city walls.
Facts - Tombs of the Kings
Name: Tombs of the Kings
Site: Ancient Greek burial site
Period: 300 BC
Location: 2 km NW of Paphos harbor towards Coral Bay, New Paphos.
Visiting Hours: From June to Sept, daily between 8:30 - 7:30
From Oct.-May, daily 8-5.
Visiting Cost: €1.70
Tel.26306295
