Sanctuary of Aphrodite at Kouklia
Sanctuary of Aphrodite at Kouklia, Archaeological site and museum in Kouklia Village, Cyprus.
The Sanctuary of Aphrodite contains massive foundation walls, ancient temple ruins, and stone artifacts within a 32-hectare archaeological complex near Paphos harbor.
Established in the 12th century BC, this religious center served as a primary worship location until its closure under Emperor Theodosius I in 391 AD.
The sanctuary merged local Cypriot fertility traditions with Greek customs, becoming the Mediterranean's central worship site for the goddess Aphrodite.
Visitors can access both the archaeological site and museum daily from 8:30 AM, with admission costing €4.50 for the complete experience.
The sanctuary features a black basalt stone that functioned as the original representation of the deity before anthropomorphic statues emerged.
Location: Paphos
Part of: Paphos
GPS coordinates: 34.70728,32.57416
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:35
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