gtp logo

Location information

Listed 2 sub titles with search on: Mythology for destination: "GOLGOI Ancient city CYPRUS".


Mythology (2)

Founders

Golgos

The traditional founder of the town was Golgos from Sikyon in the Peloponnese. This connection is further illustrated by an archaic limestone block found here, now in the Metropolitan Museum, New York. (The Princeton Encyclopedia of Classical Sites )

Golgus, (Golgos), a son of Adonis and Aphrodite, from whom the town of Golgi, in Cyprus, was believed to have derived its name. (Schol. ad Theocrit. xv. 100.)

You are able to search for more information in greater and/or surrounding areas by choosing one of the titles below and clicking on "more".

GTP Headlines

Receive our daily Newsletter with all the latest updates on the Greek Travel industry.

Subscribe now!
Greek Travel Pages: A bible for Tourism professionals. Buy online

Ferry Departures

Promotions

ΕΣΠΑ