Church of Profitis Elias
Church of Profitis Elias
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Michael Catling
Swanwick, UK41 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
There's a few stairs up the church but if you take your time and rest, the views are spectacular of the bay and sea below. The church is small and will take 30mins. There is a small shop to buy religious articles and a small cafe at the bottom car park no cost for parking first come first serve
Written June 16, 2022
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Sellest
Bushey, UK5,183 contributions
Oct 2022
Came here last week with my son as we were staying within walking distance. What a beautiful little church – the interior was a delight and the surrounding trees layered in colourful ribbons were gorgeous. The view was also stunning and we stayed until sunset. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area.
Written November 6, 2022
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Randburg
Randburg, South Africa340 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
We found free parking where the stairs to the top starts. One has to climb quite a few of these stairs to reach the chapel which was built in 1984.
The inside contains a few paintings and is nice to have a quick look at.
The view from the top is quite nice. Free to visit.
The inside contains a few paintings and is nice to have a quick look at.
The view from the top is quite nice. Free to visit.
Written October 7, 2022
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Brianngog
Cyprus7,003 contributions
Sep 2021 • Friends
The Church at Ayias Elias in Protaras isn’t one for those who have mobility problems. I counted 164 Steps to reach the summit and the Church itself. Mind you once there it’s a lovely old Church and the views across Protaras and beyond are spectacular. There is a Refreshment Kiosk up top, so at least you can get a well earned drink and relax of one of the few seating areas. There is access to Free Fresh Drinking Water as well.
Written September 25, 2021
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Resortino
London, UK709 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
It’s a beautiful little church on top of the hill and requires going up by steep stairs but on my POV it’s worth. You can visit inside as well even if find the doors closed you can open(always unlocked) and visit it. The view from there is beautiful.
Written February 7, 2020
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Becky S
Wolverhampton, UK27 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
We walked up there to watch the beautiful sunset. The stairs are quite steep and the handrails are not all the way round but the views are worth it.
There is a small cafe at the bottom but the time we went up it wasn’t open so take a drink with you.
There are ribbons/notes tied to trees to remember loved ones who are no longer here 💔
There is a small cafe at the bottom but the time we went up it wasn’t open so take a drink with you.
There are ribbons/notes tied to trees to remember loved ones who are no longer here 💔
Written September 24, 2022
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md1mm
Sheffield, UK1,501 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
This is a photogenic small church on top of a small hill in Protaras. If you do not have mobility problems you will not have a problem getting up in less than 5 minutes. From the top you can see the who;e of the Protaras area. Although there is no padlock, if you try and enter the church you will trigger an alarm which lasts a few minutes but then goes off on its own.
Written April 22, 2022
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FIL M
London, UK333 contributions
Sep 2022
We popped here on our last day of our holiday. The church is a simple but beautiful spot for a few moments of quiet contemplation. The walk up the steps is a bit demanding especially in the heat, but really worth it for the fantastic views of the area. Definitely worth a visit.
Written September 23, 2022
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BerksTerry
Newbury, UK46 contributions
Oct 2022
This is a must if you're in the area.
The church itself is very tiny but absolutely beautiful inside and out.
The views from the church are breathtaking. To see all the ribbons and things tied to the trees, bushes, and handrails in memory of lost loved ones are astonishing.
There are around 160 steps to climb to get to the church and no way to get disabled people up so, not ideal if you have mobility problems. You can also make a small donation and light a candle in the church which lots of people do. Well worth a visit.
The church itself is very tiny but absolutely beautiful inside and out.
The views from the church are breathtaking. To see all the ribbons and things tied to the trees, bushes, and handrails in memory of lost loved ones are astonishing.
There are around 160 steps to climb to get to the church and no way to get disabled people up so, not ideal if you have mobility problems. You can also make a small donation and light a candle in the church which lots of people do. Well worth a visit.
Written October 17, 2022
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Mark S
Surrey, UK45 contributions
Sep 2020
Hello you lot! I know I’ve been away for what seems like ages, but now I’m back and in Cyprus. My wife and I visited this wonderful little chapel/church atop a hill last night for the sunset, which we’d heard were fabulous. It was indeed and we just made it to the top In time to take some photos. Inside, it’s typically Greek Cypriot in style, but cool and welcoming. (Don’t forget to close the door). You can get great pics from any side of the church and the views are amazing. I would think during the daytime they’d be even more stunning.
Written September 29, 2020
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Florian G
3 contributions
Warum hängen diese Fäden an den Bäumen? Habe die eine Bedeutung?
Это вот эта церковь, где 132 ступени? Говорят, если что-то попросить в этой церкви - сбудется
Ann S
Moscow, Russia107 contributions
Верно ☺️
Donna W
Tamworth, UK11 contributions
When we leave ribbons or special things for our loved ones we lost are they removed every year ? Only I have been there for the last ten years and everything I have left previously are never there Quite upsetting ???
andybollo
Northwich, UK6 contributions
hi
they are not removed, i have placed ribbons there every year for the last 5 and they are still there
Caroline L
2 contributions
Can i get married hear and if yes who do i contact
pinkchicbiker
Isle of Sheppey, UK11 contributions
There are lots of wedding planners in Cyprus. I contacted beth at book my wedding in cyprus. she is amazing and can give you all the information you need and prices. Tell her I passed on her email she sorted my whole wedding renewal by email from the uk. It was perfect. Hope you get what you want for your big day.
aandjUnitedKingdom
united kingdom49 contributions
is the church open for visitors to look inside at certain times?
steve r
Letchworth Garden City, UK205 contributions
It is open, i walked up there several times before 7am & it was open then, it’s open all day & even at night you can see people still up there
Is it Catholic?
Peter B
Formby, UK39 contributions
No, it's Orthodox Christian the majority faith in Cyprus. 89%
paolo c
Monza, Italy41 contributions
Mi sta bene questa attrazione, ma io cerco anche un villaggio turistico con all inclusive e possibilmente animazione, grazie.
Chica B
Lugano, Switzerland659 contributions
Mi spiace non posso dare informazioni in merito. per il mio genere di vacanza in Grecia, il top per me è studios e poi via a visitare una spiaggia al giorno e trovare tavernette del luogo. In Gracia per me niente all inclusive
Τι ώρα κλείνει η εκκλησία;
Vana
30 contributions
Δεν γνωρίζω, είναι ξωκλήσι και πιστεύω λειτουργεί μόνο σε γιορτές.
Ίσως κάποιος ντόπιος μπορεί να βοηθήσει.
NellyNo1
Oroklini, Cyprus221 contributions
Hi, can anyone tell me is it possible to drive right up to the church? Or is it only accessible by the steps. Thanks
Lionheart1261
Vienna Region, Austria518 contributions
Hi NellyNo1, no lorries or car, steep climbing and lot of people there.
Suggest you to change location, have you considered Agioi Anargiroi? It's still in Protaras, nearby Cape Greco.
The nice small church is easible accessible by car and there's plenty of parking space out there.
the sea view is magnificent, pictures there will be lovely framed.
Church of Profitis Elias, Protaras
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