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Tombs of the Kings (Paphos)
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The Tombs of the Kings is a vast necropolis carved from solid rock, dating from the 4th century BC. Despite its name, it was not for royalty but for high-ranking officials and aristocrats. The tombs are cut deep into the ground, with some featuring Doric columns and peristyle atriums, resembling houses for the dead. Visitors can descend into several tombs, exploring chambers and burial niches. The site's atmospheric setting, with scattered tombs amid a rocky landscape, offers a poignant connection to ancient funerary practices.
Don't miss
- Descend into the grand Tomb 3, with its impressive peristyle courtyard and burial chambers.
- See the Doric columns and intricate rock-cut architecture in Tomb 4.
- Explore the smaller, simpler tombs that reveal the site's vast scale.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Tombs of the Kings (Paphos)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inValley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple & king Tut Tomb4.9★ · 21 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$9 per personSee dates →
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Private & flexiblePrivate Tour: Valley of the Kings – Tombs of Seti I & King Tut5★ · 27 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$60 per personSee dates →More attractions in Paphos
