Forests – Rivers
The Troodos mountain range is the backbone of Cyprus and is covered both by the Troodos forest and by the forest of Kakopetria, as well as by the Adelfi forest, which has joined the Natura 2000 network. The Troodos forests bear rich flora and fauna, while their ecological, scientific and economic value is priceless.
The Solea valley crosses the Klarios river, which is divided into two important tributaries, The Karkotis and Garillis streams. They all contribute to the total volume of water flowing through the valley with its beneficial properties.
Natural Springs of the Klarios River
The Klario River is 24,750 metres long and springs from the northeastern slopes of the Troodos peak, while it expands to the Turkish-occupied army bases of Morphou Bay. The inhabitants of the Solea valley have been indissolubly tied to the Klario River
River Karkotis Access Point
Just a few metres away from the Mylos tis Rodous (Rodous Mill), one can follow a small path that was created by the Community of Galata, which leads along the mouth of the Karkotis river. The area was included in the Natura 2000 network under the CY200
The Kargotis River (or Klarios or Karkotis)
The Klarios River flows from the northeastern slopes of the Troodos peak and flows into the occupied Morphou Bay. It is 24,750 metres long. The river has created the unique valley of Solea, rich in vegetation and fruit trees. Along the river are artifi
The Karkotis and Garrillis River Connection Point
The Karkotis and Garillis rivers are the two main tributaries of the Klario River. The first one originates from the northwestern slopes of Papoutsa, while the second one from the northeastern slopes of Troodos. On their way to their connection and the