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.
Rodous’s Watermill
The Watermill of Rodou is one of the two watermills located in the village of Galata. It was formerly owned by the Monastery of Podithou and was restored in 2002. It is preserved as a museum by the community. It consists of two imposing towering arches
Siapa Bey Watermill
Flassou is a mixed village in the area of Solea in Nicosia, about 3 kilometers northwest of Evrychou village. The community is built in the valley of the Karkotis River, at an average altitude of 330 meters. The altitude of the village is between 250
Stone Bridge
The stone bridge in the village of Flassou is connected with a very interesting story. Tradition says that if a bride and groom were to cross over the bridge Flassou to Agios Epiphanios or vice versa then the village to which they were headed would be
Styllis’s Watermill
In the Solea region, there were around 26 flour mills, indicating the large production of grains and the driving force of the water, which was abundant in the region. The pit where the impeller was located and where the water was momentarily falling
