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Photo of Attraction |
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Nearest Town/Village |
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Chloraka. |
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Region of Cyprus |
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Paphos |
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Distance from Paphos |
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From Begonia
crossroads approx 6Km. |
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Driving Time |
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Depending on
traffic approx 10mins. |
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Google Earth |
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Description of Attraction |
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The
Monument of Memory and Honour was
constructed on the shoreline in Chloraka
as a Memorial to George Grivas, who
fought for the liberation and
Independence of Cyprus during 1955-1959.
In those days the shoreline of Chloraka
was deserted and an ideal site for the
secret arrival of the Leader with his
first shipment of arms. The boat he
arrived on named the Saint George is now
housed in a museum very close to the
monument. The history and photographs of
this period are displayed on the walls.
Cyprus was granted independence from
British rule in 1960. |
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Link to Website: |
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Additional Information |
a) The museum is open everyday and admission is free.
b) Wide steps leading down to museum may not be suitable for all
wheelchairs.
c) The monument is situated in a lovely cove with a small sandy
beach.
d) Refreshments available nearby.
e) Plenty of parking space on the road. |
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Directions to Location |
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From
the traffic lights at Begonia Garden
Centre, head along the Tombs of the
Kings road towards Coral Bay for
approximately 6 km. At St Georges
traffic lights turn left towards St
Georges Hotel. Follow the road around to
the left of St Georges Church, the
Museum is located towards the beach and
down a stepped ramp between St Georges
Gardens hotel and St Georges Hotel. look
out for signs for Wednesday market and
you'll not be far away. |
