- The Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates, worshiped at the site from the 8th century BC, is small but well worth a visit.
- This sanctuary was built in the Copper Age and was destroyed in 365 AD due to a strong earthquake in the area.
- The Apollo Hylates’ sanctuary in Cyprus initially consisted of a temple which still stands to this day, and the circular monument, probably designed for marches or...
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- Located close to the ancient city of Kourion, the temple of Apollo Hylates was one of the main religious centres of Cyprus where the mythical god Apollo was...
- The Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates is an ancient monument dedicated to the God of Apollo who was thought to be the protector of Kourion.
- Apollo was the main cult deity in this specific temple which also was one of the most popular temples of the island.
- The Roman Temple of Apollo Hylates was a magnificent structure occupying the most commanding position at the end of the sacred street of the sanctuary.
- The temple of Apollo at Kourion. Hylates (Greek: Υλάτης) was a god worshipped on the island of Cyprus who was later likened to the Greek god Apollo.
