Akrotiri - St Nicholas of the Cats Church

St Nicholas of the Cats Church was founded in A.D. 325 although the current buildings date from the 13th century. It was abandoned in 1570 under the Turkish occupation. Above the north entrance is a marble section dating from the medieval period and depicting four coats of arms.

Cats were introduced to control pests, especially snakes, but the cats now overrun the place. It is occupied today by nuns and visitors can look around.