Moutti tou Thkia (Zeus’s Peak)
The peak above the coastal plain of the Solea region, next to the current Agios Theodoros Village.
The people of the Solea region, in ancient times, would worship Zeus (Dias), the father of God and Man. In fact, on one of the mountainsides, which overlooks the coastal plain of Solea, Zeus would visit and sit on a throne, hence why it is called The peak of Zeus (Moutti tou Thkia).
Ascending from Nicosia to the Troodos mountain range, just before Evrychou village, to the left, in the forest, one can see some of the first houses of Agios Theodoros Village. The name is derived from the church of Saint Theodore the crusader (Agios Theodoros o Stratilatis), which is built in the middle of the villages fields. During February, the view is made even more interesting due to the Almond trees in bloom.
For more information on the village, you can visit the official website or contact the local council.
Contact Information:
Website: http://www.Agiostheodorossoleas.org/British/index.htm
Telephone No.: +357 22932872
Address: Community Council of Agios Theodoros Soleas – 2823, Agios Theodoros Soleas.
Email: Agiostheodorossoleas@gmail.com
Location
Natural Monuments
Aged Olive Tree (Flassou)
These ancient trees or giant trees are the long-lived and large-scale plant species of the planet. Some of these trees stand proudly despite the years they are weighing on them, unaffected by the harsh test of weather and time. They were spared from th
Frankoelia (Olive Tree) – The Virgin Mary of Podithou Church
In the courtyard of The Virgin Mary of Podithou church, there is an ancient olive tree, also known as Frankoelia. A small wooden sign on the base of this huge olive tree lets visitors know of their arrival to the surrounding area of the church. Exuding
O Drys Ton Anemourkon (The Oak of Anemourkon)
This beautiful Oak (O Drys ton Anemourkon) is located in the homonymous location in the valley of the river Atsa. It is a tall and very thick oak standing on the western bank of the river Atsa. This oak endured malicious fires and lightning. In its sha
Perennial Oaks and Cypress
These ancient trees or giant trees are the long-lived and large-scale plant species of the planet. Some of these trees stand proudly despite the years they are weighing on them, unaffected by the harsh test of weather and time. They were spared from th
Rotsos tou Morou (The Babe’s Boulder)
On a steep cliff of the Katholiki mountain range lies a huge boulder named Rotsos tou Morou. History claims that the residents of the village ran for shelter under the boulder to escape the raids of the Saracens. The Saracens however, forced a violinis
The Oak Square of Galata
One of the most enchanting moments in Galata can be enjoyed by visiting the village square. There, the ancient oak will offer shade and coolness, next to the Karkotis (Karkotis) river. This oak belongs to the Quercus Infectoria Subsp veneris variety ha
