Paphos was the capital of Cyprus during the Hellenistic and Roman eras, serving as both a religious sanctuary and a center of political power

The Ptolemies of Egypt ruled in Cyprus, securing the island as a key part of their maritime and political network.

The different ancient Greek kingdoms in Cyprus such as Salamis, Curium, Paphos, and Marion flourished during the first millennium BC

The Greek language has been prominent in Cyprus for more than 2000 years, shaping its literature, religion, and daily life.

According to ancient Greek tradition, Salamis was founded after the Trojan War. The most famous tale links the founding of Salamis to Teucer,

The Choirokoitia Archaeological Site, Cyprus stands as one of the most important Neolithic sites in the eastern Mediterranean.

Linear B scripts found in Cyprus

For thousands of years, storytellers have claimed that Cyprus was the birthplace of Aphrodite, the ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty.

The story of King Cinyras in Cyprus blends myth, memory, and cultural identity. He is known from ancient Greek and Roman sources

The Assyrian conquest and rule of Cyprus mark a powerful but often overlooked period in the island’s ancient history.