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Pyla Village<November 23, 2005Where The village of Pyla is situated on the southern and eastern part of Cyprus. It's main body is approximately 15km from Larnaca towards the east. Encircled on three sides by hills and elevated somewhat from the sea level, it faces the Mediterranean sea, giving it a spectacular view of the bay of Larnaca and the whole coastal line that begins from Larnaca towards the west and stretching to Cape Pyla in the east. The greater area of Pyla village stretches from the southern coast to the hills overlooking it to the north and beyond.

It is for the moment within the so called "green line" (no man's demilitarized area). {map}

Why
Why does the small community of Pyla deserve special mention?

Three reasons:

It is now the only place in Cyprus where Greek and Turkish Cypriots live together. They have been living peacefully for as long as our memory can account.
It is an archeological site of prime importance dating back to the bronze ages (if not before).
It is my birthplace and the place I have lived three quarters of my known life. It is the place to which I have returned and still call home.

History
Pyla village goes back to the ancient prehistoric times. Excavations have brought remakable finding many of which decorate the museums of Cyprus.

Interesting Links
http://www.ffzg.hr/seetn/states/cyprus/seeregionscyprus11.htm

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Last updated: January 23, 2006
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