Apollo Hylates, God of the Woodland, was the protector of the city of Kourion. The cult of Apollo was celebrated here from the 8th century B.C. to the 4th century AD.
The southwest side of the temple has been restored, and excavations have also revealed other structures of this important sanctuary, such as the bath complex, the pilgrim halls, the palaistra, and a Holy precinct.
The Sanctuary of Apollo "Hylates" provides an important illustration of the religious life in the region, from the pre-Hellenic to the Hellenic and Roman eras, a total of at least 1100 years.
LOCATION: 3 Kilometres west of Kourion, on the road to Paphos.
OPENING HOURS:
Daily - 09:00-17:00
During Summer - 09:00-19:30
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