Chapels

The Agia Napa Monastery is the most popular symbol of Agia Napa but there are several other symbols, small rural churches and chapels in and around the area that reflect the unspoiled character of the countryside and the ever traditional inner human spirit that still has a special significance in today's modern changing world. These, in some cases, tiny rural churches, are subsidised and supported by Agia Napa inhabitants. Every chapel is dedicated to a patron Saint, where once a year, there is a day of celebration in honour to that Saint.

Agios Antonios

Agios Antonios chapel is situated on the boundaries of Paralimni and Sotira. A Byzantine chapel built in the 16th century. There is a newer adjacent chapel that was built in the 1980's which is dedicated to the same Saint. Built on the rocks, this area was a favourite shelter for shepherds who used to spend the night there with their flocks. On January 17th, the annual celebration of the Saint's name day is recognized.

Agia Thekla

Agia Thekla is a chapel located a few kilometers west of Agia Napa and lies on the boundaries between Agia Napa and Sotira village. It is thought that there was an ancient settlement or graveyard on the premises. To the west of the church there are indications that quarries were once present.
The Catacomb of Agia Thekla (not literally a catacomb), is a cave or tomb carved in stone. It is believed that in 1571, the Turkish General Piele Pasha landed here with his troops and marched to Famagusta where they assisted General Moustaffa in the siege of the town.

Agii Anargiri

The chapel is situated in the eastern part of the village and Is devoted to Saints Cosmas and Damianos who were both doctors and cured the sick people without receiving payment. Under the chapel there is a cave where it is believed the blessed water of the saints is contained.

Agios Epiphanios

Saint Epiphanios is a chapel which is devoted to the Byzantine Bishop of Salamis. From this location there is an excellent panoramic view of 'Paliochori', a Byzantine settlement which was destroyed during the Arab invasion of 632 to 964 AD.

Agia Varvara

The chapel of Agia Varvara is in the western part of Agia Napa and was built during the Byzantine period. The chapel was destroyed by an earthquake and rebuilt only recently. There are many cells around the chapel that were once catacombs where the early Christians sought and found refuge when chased by heathens.

Agia Mavri

Agia Mavri is a monolith in the western part of Agia Napa. In the middle of this pillar there is a hole where it is believed that anyone suffering from an illness will be cured if passed through. Archaeologist L. Cesnola refers in his writings to this monolith and said that women who came to the monolith and broke jars, could regain their lover's affections. A small church at the monolith was built recently to commemorate the Saint.