Karpasia Cyprus
The Karpas Peninsula, also known as the Karpass, Karpaz, or Karpasia, is a long, finger-like peninsula that is one of the island of Cyprus's most noticeable geographical characteristics.
Among the many historical landmarks on the peninsula are Kantara Castle and Apostolos Andreas Monastery, as well as the ruins of Agia Trias Basilica and the ancient cities of Karpasia and Aphendrika. Due to its geographical position, the Karpas Peninsula is somewhat protected from human interference. This makes it a pristine natural environment, home to many inland and marine species.
- The Karpas Peninsula is home to the Karpas donkey, known as a symbol of Cyprus.
- Acoording to Strabo there is a temple of Aphrodite Akraia, in Karpasia which cannot be entered or seen by women.
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