Paphos

Archaeologists studying the Tombs of the Kings in Paphos, Cyprus, say the monumental burial complex reflects strong ancient Greek and Egyptian influences, offering new insight into the multicultural character of the Hellenistic world. Cyprus’ Department of Antiquities announced Wednesday that it...

A beachgoer near Paphos, Cyprus, made a startling discovery yesterday, stumbling upon the carcass of a massive squid that has sparked interest among local nature enthusiasts. The creature, which measured well over half a meter in length, was identified by...

Excavation in Paphos, Cyprus, has uncovered new evidence of a rare late Hellenistic building phase, alongside traces of metalworking and newly identified structures in the ancient Agora. Excavation focused on two parts of ancient Paphos The work took place in two...

A moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.4 on the Richter scale struck the western region of Cyprus near Paphos this morning, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). Details of the earthquake in Cyprus Magnitude: 5.4 Richter Time: 11:31 a.m. local...

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis addressed developments in the Middle East, European competitiveness, immigration, regional issues, and the Cyprus problem during joint statements with the leaders of the MED9 at the Summit in Paphos. Key focus areas of the 11th MED9...

Paphos in Cyprus has been named the world’s most sustainable small city, according to a report by Compare the Market AU. Nestled on the Mediterranean coast, Paphos impressed with its balance of urban offerings and a healthy lifestyle. The report ranked...

A team of Polish archeologists in Nea Paphos, Cyprus has recently unearthed a 1,500-year-old, two-sided amulet depicting a palindrome inscription written in ancient Greek. Palindromes are phrases that are read the same both forward and backwards. The amulet's 59-letter inscription reads: "ΙΑΕW...

A spectacular ancient mosaic floor in Cyprus that was part of a Hellenistic period building is among the important finds at Kato Paphos.

Hollywood actor and martial artist Jackie Chan was photographed on vacation in Cyprus near Paphos on Monday.

A Boeing 737-8AS aircraft belonging to the Ryanair fleet was hit by a lightning strike over Cypriot airspace on Tuesday night. The plane, which took off from Riga, Latvia, was heading to Paphos international airport in Cyprus when the incident...