The huge stone at Paphos is an interesting geological phenomenon and is associated with Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. According to a legend, after swimming in the crystal waters of the beach, the goddess came out from the sea and stood at this location.
The Greek name, Petra tou Romiou (Stone of the Roman), is associated with the legendary Byzantine hero, Digenis Akritas, who kept the Saracens in this bay. They say that he lifted the huge rock and threw it into the sea destroying the enemy ships.
This area is included in the Cultural route of Venus.
