Paphos Archaeological Park

About Paphos Archaeological Park

Paphos Archaeological Park in Cyprus encompasses the major part of ancient Nea Paphos, the island's capital under the Ptolemaic and then Roman administrations. Excavations at Nea Paphos have uncovered well-preserved urban infrastructure, public buildings, residential compounds, rock-cut tombs, and a harbor complex. Several villas contain expansive, intricate polychrome floor mosaics featuring dynamic geometric designs and narrative scenes from classical mythology; these are considered to be among the finest preserved floor mosaics in the Mediterranean world.