It is certainly very well looked after. While we were walking here, taking photographs, we were approached by one of the villagers, who greeted us and invited us for a coffee.

This is a trait I love about the Cypriots who inhabit the villages. They are very friendly and welcoming. We were invited for coffee and some delicious biscuits. I like Cypriot coffee. I know some people don't but once you get used to the fact that it is nothing like a cup of Nescafe, and appreciate it for what it is, I find it is a very refreshing drink. I like mine black and unsweetened: 'sketos'.

Now, as is fairly typical of Cypriot villages away from the tourist areas, English is not widespread. Fortunately, my friend speaks pretty good Greek, so we were able to have a conversation as we passed the time. I really must improve my Greek though.

The children actually seemed to know more English than they were letting on. Certainly, when I mentioned water bombs (It was Cataclysmos) the boy's ears pricked up and it was clear he knew exactly what I was talking about!

The man had lived in the village all his life, and his son went to the school behind the church. He also told us about the Australian in the other house, and the road that led to the third church.

As we were leaving, more of his family arrived, and we were able to get this shot of a happy Cypriot family.

When we left Mousere, we decided to take the track that runs below the village in the direction of Archimandrita. We had seen a couple more ruins that way, though they turned out to be run-of-the-mill. We did however stumble upon this lovely old olive tree.

It was over 800 years old, and officially protected. There is something magical about these old olive trees. I shall have to pack a big tape measure in my car, as I now have several contenders for the biggest prize. I think this one may even be bigger than the one we found in the abandoned village of Prastio.

So, we bid farewell to Mousere. It turned out that this track did nothing more than turn back onto the main road. Still, we had had plenty of fun and enjoyed our walk around the village.

The region of Paphos is full of villages like this. It is very easy to drive through them on your way to the next tourist destination. But occasionally, you should stop, find somewhere safe to park the car, and get out and have a wander. You are bound to find something interesting to see, and who knows, you might make a new friend?

And if you want some help exploring villages, you should take a look at our roadtrip eBooks. Each of them will take you to similar places.

Road Trip 1: - The Kathikas Panagia Loop

Road Trip 2: - Paphos, Coast To Coast