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Treis Elies village
Located in the Troodos mountain range, in the Marathasa valley of the Lemesos (Limassol) district, the village of Tries Elies sits at an altitude of 800 metres. It can be reached from Lemesos by following the B8 route, then the F802, followed by the F804, and finally the F811.
The tiny village has existed since Medieval times and was part of the royal estates during the Frankish period. It was also the birthplace of Chrysanthos (1767-1810), Archbishop of Cyprus under Turkish rule.
Its sights include interesting churches such as the small 17th or 18th century wooden-roofed structure of Archangelos Michael, and the small 17th century wooden-roofed church of Agia Paraskevi.
Other places to visit in the area include the Venetian bridges of Mylos and Agios Andronikos, whilst accommodation is available in beautiful, traditional houses.
Platres village
Located in the Troodos mountain range, in Lemesos (Limassol) district, the village of Platres sits at an altitude of 1.100 metres.
The layout of this picturesque village resembles that of a theatre, it is a very popular holiday destination and offers accommodation in quaint hotels.
Aside from its stunning nature trails, Platres has one of the highest waterfalls in Cyprus – Caledonia – believed to be named by English or Scottish visitors of the area in 1878. The village is also filled with charming old buildings and a winery in Kato Platres.
Visitors will also enjoy its unique attractions, which include a chocolate workshop, an adventure rope park, and an exhibition at its Cultural Centre which incorporates old photos of the village, and of the Greek poet Giorgos Seferis who mentions Platres in one of his most famous poems.