Exploring The Countryside Around Theletra
Best Foot Forward
So here, for instance, I parked the car and walked the route in foot. Once I got to a place where I could safely turn the car round, I returned to the car and drove further.
Flatlands
Some areas weren't so bad though. This part was relatively flat and the biggest problem was vegetation growing in the centre of the track. I was using Google Maps to navigate, and following what showed up as the most prominent road on the satellite image.
Civilisation Dawns
Eventually I cam upon a remote farm. The map showed the route passed to the left of this, and then I would be on the familiar road between old Theletra and the B7.
Final Stage
For some reason, I just assumed that the map was correct (it was, after all, a satellite image) so I didn't bother checking this final descent. I just drove straight down...
Mud Pool
The satellite image was misleading. The track led to a muddy pool, which was impossible to drive through. You can see the road on the other side, behind that black fence. There was no way I was going to get out this way, so I would have to reverse back up the hill. Fortunately I didn't go too far into the mud before I realised my mistake, and was quickly out of it. However, my problems were far from over...
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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.
