Amathus Archaeological Site

Amathous is one of the significant ancient city-kingdoms of Cyprus where, according to mythology, Greek hero Theseus left the pregnant Ariadne to be attended by local women. It was also an important site of worship of the Goddess Aphrodite-Astarte. The site was also one of the most important kingdoms where Kyprida Aphrodite was celebrated. The site includes monuments such as the Agora, the public baths, the Temple of Aphrodite, early Christian basilicas and several tombs.