Kourion (Greek: Κούριον) or Latin: Curium, is an ancient Greek city on the southwestern coast of Cyprus, the surrounding Kouris River Valley being occupied from at least the Ceramic Neolithic period (4500-3800 BCE) to the present. The most significant excavated remains on the acropolis of Kourion are dated to the Hellenistic to Early Byzantine periods. In the mid-1st century Christianity was introduced to Kourion, presumably by Saints Paul and Barnabas during Paul’s first missionary journey.
Despite the scorching heat at noon, we walk around the theater and enjoy the spectacular views of the sea shore below. In every corner Paress asks: “Daddy, is this new? Is that new?” She is pointing to the modern spotlights, to the modern stage, the aluminum rail bars. “No honey, there was no electricity back then, 2500 years ago”. I think she is now beginning to grasp the notion of 2500 years of history …
We were thrilled to see our dear friends Fotis and Kaiti up at the picturesque town of Aigion.
One year went by since we had the privilege to host them in Canada, along with the rest of the gang, and they haven’t changed a bit!
First night Fotis prepared this incredible pork roast, out in his courtyard-with-a-view. A secret marinate (which belongs to the local butcher) and an amazing, meticulous, 4-hour cooking process made this THE BEST pork roast I ever tried. Ever. Hands down!
For day-2 at Aigion, Fotis had arranged a sailboat ride with a local friend to the beautiful islands of Trizone, right across Aigion. More on this day here.
Stunning sea view!
Stunning sea view!
Historical Monument, Tourist Attraction
Historical Monument, Tourist Attraction
Historical Monument, Tourist Attraction
F&F, Historical Monument, Tourist Attraction, Vacation Spot
Beach, Historical Monument, Tourist Attraction
Beach, F&F, Historical Monument, Tourist Attraction
Historical Monument, Tourist Attraction
