Since the dawn of time, faith has always been associated with travel ; travel the world to find one’s self ,  to meet  with history .

And Cyprus  due  to its history and its  geographic location, is rich in religious monuments since the ancient times.

Far from the centers, monasteries  represent  havens of peace and meditation, and churches  old and new are found all over the island.

Cyprus proposes several religious routes and YourCyprusTaxi  will take you to visit the monasteries and churches you want to see. These holy palce are sometimes difficult to locate and access but you can rely on your local driver to reveal all secrets to you.

?oni Stavrovouniou – Tochni – Lefkara 

From Larnaca the Moni Stavrovouniou is quite close, and the Monastery has, however, the rule of ‘avato’ meaning that it is inaccessible to women. But the view of Larnaca bay  from the top of Stavrovouni hills are worth the trip.

Perched on a rocky peak, 750 metres above sea level, legend tells that Stavrovouni Monastery was founded in the 4th century by St. Helena, mother of Emperor Constantine the Great, who left a relic of the Holy Cross at the monastery. The monastery of Agia Varvara on the foothills of Stavrovouni is accessible to all visitors and the monks are known for their iconography skills.

The church of Timios Stavros in Tochni is the only church built on a bridge, the church of Pelendri with the same name has magnificent frescoes of the 12th, 13th, 14th and 15th centuries. In Omodos, the visitor will see a piece of the rope used to tie Jesus on the cross.

YourCyprusTaxi  proposes  the local route of Larnaka (Larnaca), with the first stop is at the church of ?gios Lazaros. The ?cclesiastical Museum is as well located there, as they constitute two of the most significant monuments of Cyprus.

In Kiti, the church of Panagia tis Aggeloktistis is also very significant Byzantine museum, which houses an arc of an old-Christian church with a mosaic of the 6th century within its interior.

Heading to Kato Lefkara, the route passes from the church of Archangelos Michael, with beautiful frescoes of the 12th and 15th centuries. The church of ?imios Stavros, in Pano Lefkara is located at a point that has a visual contact with the Monastery of Stavrovouni. Although not known when it was built, it is certain that the Monastery of Agios Minas, in Vavla, was revived after 1965 when it became a women’s monastery.

In Hoirokitia lie the ruins of a monastery that once belonged to the Knights Templar, and later to the Knights Hospitaller, whilst the church of Panagia tou Kampou has some significant frescoes.

Pyrga is the last stop of this route and gives visitors the chance to see the Monastery of Stavrovouni – a men’s monastery with a strict ritual, the ?ediaeval Chapel, and the church of Agia Marina.

Total route length: 73 km.

These are only few of the several  churches and monasteries around  the island (many other worthwhile places to visit include Kykkos Monastery, Machairas Monastery, Chryssoroyiatissa  Monastery …) that Yourcyprustaxi proposes.

Get in contact with our office and get your very personal Monastery visits organised by our staff.

Exploring Cyprus with Your Cyprus Taxi

Take Your Cyprus Taxi to make a trip to Ayia Napa and discover the Mediterranean Ibiza style town in Cyprus. If you use a taxi for a trip from Larnaca airport directly to Ayia Napa you avoid the hussle of queuing at the airport and the headache to find a parking place at the little town of Ayia Napa which become very busy during summer.

Sandy beaches , crystal clear waters, this small city counts a lot of beaches having obtained  the Blue Flack ; you can also experience all kind of water sports.

Ayia Napa’s waters cater for almost  all levels of experience, offering shallow dives for beginners, as well as more deep dives.

Great snorkeling spots are all around the cost; there are many at the end of several popular beaches.

Parasailing is great , and suitable  for all ages and abilities. Slow or twin glides are available, and in most cases, your feet will never touch the water.

Glass-bottom boat tours from the little harbour can take you even up to the Famagusta border line.

A large number of licensed water sports operators can be found directly on public, organized beaches, and on the coastline of hotel strips, where a selection of both fun or challenging sea activities can be booked on the spot, including: banana boats, tube rides, pedalos, water skiing, wake-boarding, body-boarding, SUP, parasailing, jet skiing, windsurfing, canoeing and kayaking.

Your Cyprus Taxi driver can give you lots of tips where to go in the evening, because Ayia Napa is well known for its night life!

​ Ayia Napa is famous for its  beach parties, bar crawls, foam parties , paint parties… or if you are with family and children you can  visit the fun fair, the haunted house or just enjoy a tasty meal in a local restaurant and strolle around the shops . Whatever you are into, you will never get bored in Ayia Napa.

From Larnaca Airport the distance to Ayia Napa is about 58km, a 40 min driving time on the A3 highway. We offer affordable taxi fares from Larnca Airport to Ayia Napa. Check our best online taxi prices here or get in contact with our Taxi Office here

Watch this Video about Larnaca and you’ll understand why it’s absolutely worth a visit. We’ll take you by Taxi from the Airport to Larnaca downdown for only €15.00 and from there your accommodation in Cyprus.

We’ll leave you and will pick you up again at the entry of the Beach Promenade, called locally ‘Finikoudes’ because of the many palm trees you’ll find there. The Finikoudes has a several kilometers long sandy beach with numerous cafés and bars. It is just in front of the traditional town center with its boutiques and souvenir shops. You’ll love it.