Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Katalymata ton Plakoton is an archaeological site located near Akrotiri on the island of Cyprus. It is notable for its complex of two religious temples, including a three-aisled basilica. The site gained significance with the discovery of a Byzantine church adorned with well-preserved mosaics and inscriptions dating back to the reign of Emperor Heraclius in the 7th century CE. These features provide valuable insights into the religious and artistic practices of the period, reflecting the influence of Byzantine culture on Cyprus. The site serves as a key example of early post-classical religious architecture and offers a glimpse into the spiritual life of the time.
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