Vouni Palace
Ruins of a 5th-century BC palace on a hilltop above the sea — with the best view on the west coast.
The palace was built around 500 BC, when Cyprus was under Persian rule. From the hilltop you see Morphou Bay and the Troodos mountains.
Foundations of dozens of rooms, stairs and cisterns survive.
It burned down about a century after it was built.
Tips
- Steep, narrow access road.
- Windy, no shade at the top.
- Best at sunset.
Getting there
5 km west of Soli.
Prices, opening hours and entry rules change — check official sources before you travel.
Nearby
The westAncient SoliA Roman theatre above Morphou Bay and a basilica with mosaics, including the famous swan.
Kyrenia and the northKarmi VillageA mountain village of white houses, bougainvillea and sea views — the quietest spot near Kyrenia.
Kyrenia and the northSt Hilarion CastleA fairy-tale castle on crags over 700 metres up — local legend says it inspired Disney’s Snow White castle.