Makronissos Tombs, Ancient burial site in Agia Napa, Cyprus

The Makronissos Tombs are a group of nineteen rock-cut chambers carved into the limestone bedrock near Agia Napa. Each chamber is entered through a stepped passage and contains a rectangular central trench, with three stone benches along the walls for multiple burials. Some chambers have carved alcoves opposite the entrance, and one room is large enough for up to five separate burials.

The tombs date to the Hellenistic and Roman periods and were excavated between 1989 and 1990. These discoveries reveal how this location served as a burial ground over multiple centuries.

The name Makronissos refers to the long offshore islet visible from the site, and the tombs lie near the Agia Napa–Larnaca road. The chambers were reopened in modern times after centuries of use as a burial ground, and visitors can still see the benches where clay coffins once rested.

Visitors reach the site via stepped pathways that lead to the chamber entrances, which were once sealed with large stone slabs. The layout is easy to navigate, allowing you to explore each chamber at your own pace.

Some chambers feature carved alcoves opposite the entrance, with one room large enough for up to five separate burials. This adaptable design shows how builders customized each tomb for different family needs.