Argaka Overflow
Mystery Tunnel
Ooooo a mystery tunnel. We like stuff like that, so we took a slight diversion to take a look. You have to drive across the new stream to get here. It is to deep to walk.
Base Of Dam
I wonder why, if they have this tunnel, they don't just open a valve somewhere to let water out here.
Dark, Very Dark
There was a plaque above this tunnel, shown in the inset. According to a quick internet search, the dam was built in 1964, so they must have added the plaque later. This tunnel has a superb echo, so it probably doesn't extend very far. I didn't have a torch and was in no hurry to go exploring without one.
Behind The Dam
And, for what it's worth, this is the view behind the dam. There appears to be a trig-point in the distance, which presumably pre-dates the dam. I can't see why they would bother erecting one afterwards.
Instant River
We had to cross this to get to the tunnel. Unless you like exploring relatively short tunnels, or are fond of echoes, I wouldn't bother attempting the crossing. Instead, carry on up to the base of the waterfall...
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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.
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