Frescoes – Icons
In the churches of the Solea valley, authentic examples of Byzantine monumental art are found dating from the 11th to the 19th century. Frescoes of high aesthetic value include elements that demonstrate the relationship between Eastern and Western Christian art. The icons, on the other hand, are invaluable, ancient and unique.
The inclusion of these churches in the Unesco World Heritage Site List, reflects the recognition of the high level and quality of Byzantine and Post-Byzantine painting in Cyprus.
Ikonofyakio (Pictorial)
On the south side of the monastery of Agios Ioannis Lambadistis, there is the ikonofylakio (pictorial), which has heirlooms of the entire community of Kalopanayiotis. Some of the items are invaluable, ancient and unique. All the items have their own si
Miraculous Icon of Our Lady
The icon of Panagia Rodon to Amaranto, which is located in the church, is considered to be miraculous. The image shows Christ and the Virgin Mary wearing crowns on their heads, with the Virgin holding a rose. The village of Kato Koutrafas is located a
Murals of the Agios Sozomenos Church
The church of Agios Sozomenos is located in the centre of the old village of Galata. It was built and frescoed in 1513, with the financial support of fourteen inhabitants of the village. Their names, as well as the professions of some of them, refer to
Murals of the Church of Archangel Michael
The church of Archangel Michael is a wood-chapel church dating from the 16th century and is very close to the church of Panagia Podithou. Of particular interest is the landmark inscribed above the northern entrance where the devotee is pictured with hi