The mosaic floors of Roman Paphos, by the sea.
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Under shelters by the harbour lie the floors of four Roman villas, covered with mosaics of gods, heroes and animals – among the finest in the Mediterranean.
Walkways let you look down on the floors of the House of Dionysos, Theseus, Aion and Orpheus.
Myths of Dionysos, Theseus and the Minotaur, Apollo and the birth of Achilles.
Odeon, agora, lighthouse and the Saranda Kolones castle in one park.
Six things to look for. Works sometimes move, so ask at the desk.
The god of wine on his chariot, and the first people to taste wine.
House of DionysosThe hero fights the monster in the labyrinth; Ariadne watches.
Villa of TheseusA beauty contest between Cassiopeia and the sea nymphs.
House of AionA small Roman theatre still used for performances.
Centre of the parkTap a button and we’ll give you a plan.
Walk the shelters of the House of Dionysos and the Villa of Theseus.
Add the House of Aion, the Odeon, the lighthouse and the Saranda Kolones castle.
There is little shade; go early or late in the day.
Find the small signs that tell each myth before you look at the floor.
Find the peacock in the House of Dionysos and count the animals in the hunting scenes. Then find the Minotaur.
Paphos, Paphos District, Cyprus
A farmer hit the mosaic while ploughing in 1962.
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It can be a lovely visit for you and your family. Ask the museum about activities for children, and combine the visit with the other museums of Paphos.
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