Akamas Summer Drive
Map Marker
Ok, so I have walked up to the top of the hill, leaving Alex to her butterflies. This is the map marker I was referring to, and beyond that you can see the far reaches of the Akamas. We came up here when the fires were ablaze, as we could take pictures without being anywhere near to the fire, and, more importantly, the fire fighters.
Scorched Earth
From a distance, it is less obvious that there was a fire there now. Grasses have grown up over winter, and have now turned golden brown, so the ashen soil now blends in with the surrounding landscape. The skeletal trees are the big giveaway now.
Back To The Car
Walking back down to the car, the landscape here doesn't look too dissimilar to the burnt areas.
Towards Polis
Continuing down the track towards Neo Chorio and Polis, we will soon be able to get a closer look.
Interesting Ledge
Just down from the map marker, the road takes a right. At that point, you are running along the top of the ridge, and you can get a lovely view if you park up and walk up to these rocks. Don't block the road though.
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Let me take you on a journey around the region of Paphos, Cyprus. Starting at Paphos itself, we travel to Akoursos, then Kathikas, Kritou Terra and Simou. We continue past Lasa and Kannaviou, before taking in the delights of Panagia. Getting a bit more adventurous, we visit the abandoned villages of Statos and Agios Fotios, before passing through Choulou, Letymbou and Polemi, and rejoining the main Paphos - Polis road.
The route is suitable for all types of vehicle, and requires no off-roading. The guide contains about 130 photographs including shots of all the road signs you need to pay attention to, as well as some of the highlights you may experience along the way.
There are also several maps which will help you keep your bearings.
You can do this journey in a day, or you can break it up into chunks. You can also do it in reverse, to get some completely different views. It is entirely up to you.
