Kakopetria Attractions
The village of Kakopetriá is one of the most beautiful in the Troodos range, cascading down both sides of the Troodos valley. In the center of the village is a large square surrounded with local restaurants and shaded by tall trees.
The old quarter of the village, with its traditional houses, has been declared a protected area.
Yet the village is very accommodating to tourists, with numerous hotels, restaurants and even night clubs.
Although the most famous church associated with Kakopetria is Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis, there are also several other beautiful churches within the village. The small 16th century church of Panagia Theotokos, off the main road, has retained about half of its murals. The church of Agios Georgios Perachoritis has some very original wall paintings belonging to the first quarter of the 16th century.
The old quarter of the village, with its traditional houses, has been declared a protected area.
Yet the village is very accommodating to tourists, with numerous hotels, restaurants and even night clubs.
Although the most famous church associated with Kakopetria is Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis, there are also several other beautiful churches within the village. The small 16th century church of Panagia Theotokos, off the main road, has retained about half of its murals. The church of Agios Georgios Perachoritis has some very original wall paintings belonging to the first quarter of the 16th century.
Church of St Nichola of the Roof
Three mi / 5km from Kakopetria is the church of Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis, with murals dating from the 11th to the 17th century. It is considered one of the most interesting Byzantine churches on the island.
The paintings cover the New Testament cycle. Of particular note is the raising of Lazarus and the Transfiguration in the west vault, which is particularly expressive, as is the triumphant entry of Christ into Jerusalem. The Forty Martyrs are also very impressive.
The paintings cover the New Testament cycle. Of particular note is the raising of Lazarus and the Transfiguration in the west vault, which is particularly expressive, as is the triumphant entry of Christ into Jerusalem. The Forty Martyrs are also very impressive.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 11:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
