Laghoudera Attractions

Laghoudera is a small village in the eastern hills of the Troodos range. At the far side of the village is the church of Panayia Arakou. The church was Byzantine in origin, but parts of it have since been rebuilt. It is a single-aisled vaulted building with a steep pitched roof. It contains one of the most complete collections of paintings of the Byzantine period, which have been restored very well. Over the north door is the dedication stating the church was donated in 1192 by Lord Leon, son of Authentis, who was a Byzantine noble or governor of the region.

In the dome is the painting of Christ the Pantokrator (ruler of the universe), looking serene and surrounded by angels and then by a choir of 12 prophets. There are also many other interesting paintings throughout the church.

The key for the church is at the cafe.