Episkopi, Paphos

Episkopi
Επισκοπή
Episkopi
Location in Cyprus
Coordinates: 34°47′41″N 32°31′32″E / 34.79472°N 32.52556°E / 34.79472; 32.52556Coordinates: 34°47′41″N 32°31′32″E / 34.79472°N 32.52556°E / 34.79472; 32.52556
Country  Cyprus
District Paphos District
Population (2001)[1]
  Total 162
Time zone UTC+2 (EET)
  Summer (DST) UTC+3 (EEST)

Episkopi, also known as Episcopi, Episcopí, Piskobu, is a village 11 kilometres Northeast from the city of Paphos in Cyprus.

Episkopi was built on the west side of Ezousa River valley. The area’s geological configurations and the existence of the valleys with their permanent water supply have resulted in a large spectrum of species and habitations.

Historical Monuments

In addition to the old stone drinking fountain is the Episkopi Rock awarded for excellence in restoration (1997), Europa Nostra award: the 16th century Sindi Monastery.

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