Elia Bridge
Back To The Road
So, as you can see, a flat bridge. The nature trail we mentioned before is known as the Camel Trail.
When the Venetians built these bridges it was to aid the transport of minerals from the Troodos Mines to the port of Paphos. During the summer months, the rivers would run dry, and the camels would be able to walk along the river bed. It was important then, that the bridges didn't prevent this, so Kelefos and Roudia were humped, allowing the camels to walk under them.
Elia doesn't need to be humped, as there is plenty of gap below it already.
Big Drop
See? You could fit a giraffe under that, let alone a camel.
The Trail Continues
On the other side of the bridge, you can continue up the trail for a short while.
End Of The Line
Historically, the route will have continued up there. It is overgrown now though.
By The Riverbank
There is more fun to be had by the riverbank than by battling through the dense undergrowth. If you do fancy a walk though, and somebody else is driving, it is possible to go the other way and walk from here to Kelefos Bridge.