Stavrouni monastery
Stavrovouni Monastery reputed to be the oldest monastery in Cyprus it is reached by a steep winding road off the main A1 from Larnaka to Limassol (Lemesos). Although the mountain it sits on is not particularly high, about 600 metres, you still get a magnificent view from the top as it's the only mountain in the area. The monstery dates from 327, allegedly founded by Constantine the Great's mother Helena (making the ban on women rather ironic). She is reputed to have built a cross there with one of the original nails from the cross of Jesus.
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Location: Stavrouni, Cyprus
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