Marathounta Shortcut
During lockdown we have to get our thrills where we can. So when we have to do mundane tasks such as taking the garden waste down to the local recycling centre, we try and make the best of it. Here then, is a picturesque route down to Konia Green Point.
Yoohoo Cholou!
We begin, as we begin so many of our tales, on the outskirts of our beloved Polemi. This is the view across the Ezousa Valley towards Choulou. Normally when I stop at this particular location a golden labrador barks at me from across the road. Today they were silent. Could it be that I have stopped here to photograph the scenery so often that the dog now considers me to be part of the furniture? Who knows...
Polemi Water Tower
Here's another familiar site. Regular readers will know that this tower was built on the site of an old church.
Now, it is probably worthwhile pointing out that this blog isn't really aimed at holiday makers. It doesn't document a hidden vista, or promote an undervalued attraction. Instead, it just describes a "short-cut" we sometimes use to get to the local dump. The quotes are because it probably takes longer, owing to the somewhat bumpy terrain.
Turn Left Ahead
Ok, so we've driven from Polemi through Minthis Hills Golf Resort, and are heading down to Paphos. We've just hit Marathounta, and there is a kiosk to the right of this shot. Beyond the turning to Marathounta, is a gravel road. That is what you are looking for.
First Left
Once you get to the gravel area, take a sharp left onto the road heading into the valley.
Turn Right Here
Soon you need to follow the road right. Most of this route involves you sticking to the main track.
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Rubbish has long been an issue in the region of Paphos. While fly-tipping no longer occurs on every hillside corner, it is still a big problem. In the last few years however, a number of Green Points have been set up throughout Paphos. The only trouble is, very few people seem to know about them. So we decided to track them all down, and show you what to expect when you visit. If you want the rubbish situation in Paphos to improve, it is in your own interests to use these places. We appreciate that a tour of recycling points won't make scintilating viewing, so we took the scenic route to bring you some pictures of the countryside too...Related Pages
MapMarathounta Shortcut
During lockdown we have to get our thrills where we can. So when we have to do mundane tasks such as taking the garden waste down to the local recycling centre, we try and make the best of it. Here then, is a picturesque route down to Konia Green Point.
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eBookCyprus Road Trip 01: the Kathikas - Panagia Loop
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.
