Basilica Complex Paphos
Basilica Complex, P.O. Box 60195 Paphos, 8128, Cyprus
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Doris & Betty
Our first port is Limassol, and we are taking a P&O bus to Paphos to explore on our own.
The weather isn't brilliant but we avoid most of the rain and enjoy the drive including a stop at the beach where allegedly Aphrodite came ashore!
Once in Paphos we have a coffee on the harbour side and then head next door to see ...
Bridge, engine room and lots of sailing
... much smaller than expected. Some people would be impressed by the power of the engines, I was more impressed by how colorful they were.
Then it was time to take the sails down. This, to me, is the even bigger spectacle than setting them. Because the guys are climbing in the masts and then have to tie up the sails. From below this looks funny and sometimes you only see pairs of legs ...
Aphrodite Hasn’t Touched Me Yet
... and went to sleep.
The next morning, Cassie and I went to see the harbor. Down, down hills we went. We went, we saw, we conquered. We had a frappe and lunch-both which were unequal to the previous day’s meals.
After eating, we walked up up up and found a starbucks. I was super excited to try the Cranberry white mocha, only to be super disappointed. We ...
Church of Saint George - Vasa Koilaniou
Upon entering the village of Vasa on the left hand side one can see the very old chapel of Saint Georgios a structure of Byzantine type. (14th century)
There are some admirable frescos on the walls, dated back to the 15th century and among others there is the Mother of Saint George, Saint Polychronia. On one wall there is the fresco showing Saint George on horseback killing the dragon. Another fresco shows Jesus ...
Vasa: Father Nikolas the Humble Priest of Vasa
... out of my heart
I am impressed with his kindness and this is evident on his face which is so equable. He is not only charismatic and devoted to his mission but I am sure he is the source of inspiration to others and the people of Vasa are lucky to have Father Nikolas in the village. I am truly thankful for all his help and inspiration, because he honestly inspired me.
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