Monuments
In the Solea region, a series of monuments are preserved. They are living proof of the region’s history.
On the one hand the traditional olive mills and watermills, as well as the stone bridges and water fountains are buildings of enormous architectural value that are surrounded most of the time by landscapes of unique beauty. The hydroelectric power station in Kakopetria on the other hand, is a unique phenomenon for the history of electricity on the island.
Finally, the Heroes’ Monuments, created as a sign of admiration, are dedicated to the heroes, who with their sacrifice sealed the National Liberation War of 1955-1959.
Kykkos Watermill
In the village of Kalopanagiotis located in the valley of Marathasa, which was created by the Setrachos river, lies one of the best preserved watermills of the island. Originally belonging to the Kykkos Monastery, they called it ‘The Kykkos Watermill’
Markos Drakou Monument
Markos Drakos was born in Lefka in 1932 and studied at the Samuel School. He was one of the first called to fight in the National Organization of Cypriot Fighters (EOKA), which fought against British colonialism. On the 1st of April, 1955, the official
Monument of the 256 Infantry Battalion
The 256 Infantry Battalion had its headquarters, after the invasion, in Evrychou. National guards from all corners of Cyprus served it and played a decisive role in the main fronts of the battles. On August 6, and while the truce was agreed, the men of
O Mylos tis Gonias (The Corner Mill)
The abundant waters of Kakopetria, Karkotis and Garillis, gave the necessity for the construction of watermills. O Mylos tis Gonias was one of them. It was built above the main road, on the left bank of the river Agios Nikolaos – a tributary of the Kar
