Peyia
| Peyia is situated approximately 15km away from Paphos Town and 3km away from Coral Bay. Peyia is set in the hills behind the popular Coral Bay and is a short drive from the nicest beach in the area at Coral Bay. It offers easy access to the Akamas peninsula, with its spectacular landscapes, deserted sandy beaches and conservation projects. Although this village offers restaurants and bars and it can be described as a ‘typical village in the hills'. An ancient church overlooks its centre, while the narrow streets and alleyways are full of old houses each with their own style of gardening! Peyia's position guarantees fantastic views of Coral Bay and surrounding areas from almost wherever you happen to be. Ayios Georgios Basilica and the fountains of Peyia, 4.5km from the village, are the ruins of two early Christian basilicas with mosaic floors. Peyia is famous for its fountains in the stone-paved village square.
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