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Apsiou Village
Situated on the southern coast of Cyprus, in the Limassol district, Apsiou village stands at the foothill of Limassol forest, 17 Km north of Limassol and 600 metres above sea level. Its location is ideal, since it is found half way of any direction someone chooses to follow. Larnaca and Paphos airport is only one hour drive from Apsiou. The river Garillis flows along the southern part of the village among the vines, olive, carob and almond trees.
The population of Apsiou is 300 inhabitants. Apsiou is one of the villages of the "Grande Commandarie"; a region that produces a unique wine, known for its taste sweet wine "commandaria" from the crusaders' times.
The name of Apsiou comes from the ancient miners that came from Naxos (Greek island), thus they were "Naxiotes" "Apsiotes" or
"Apsiou". This has a point because in the region of Apsiou is observed a great variety of types of rocks (copper-pyrite,
iron-pyrit, special soil and clay for tiles, bricks, pottery).
For that reason, many geologists show a great interest in the place and visit the area to study its unique geological
structure.
Apsiou is a very attractive place, for those searching for a quiet holiday and is within an easy driving distance of the island 's other resorts and spots of interest. Someone can stroll through the narrow streets, along nature trails and breathe the clear air in the countryside. In winter and springtime, colourful flowers and shrubs cover all the place. To discover the full beauty of the area, car hire is highly recommended.
The village is divided into two parts. As you enter the village from the main road (limassol Kalo Chorio) you will find the recently built houses of Kato Apsiou (Lower Apsiou) and Ayios Epiphanios church. Following your way to Pano Apsiou (Upper Apsiou), you will find the more traditional, stone-built houses of the old village, lying among them, Blue cottage. At the end of the road a very old church "Panagia Galaktotrofousa" (dating back to 1740) is found hidden in the trees.
Many tavernas are found on the way from Limassol and around the villages. They serve an excellent variety of freshly cooked local dishes at very reasonable prices. Do not miss trying the "meze" (about 25 several small dishes from Cyprus cuisine). And of course, one night with music, food and dance is a MUST in a Limassol tavern with a guitar, bouzouki, accordion or piano. The hosts can tell you everything about it.
A telephone booth is found near Agios Epiphanios church.
Larnaca airport is 87 Km from Apsiou and Paphos airport is 75 Km away.
