Miliou Village
Miliou is one of the smallest villages in Cyprus and has a population of about 60. It is also one of the greenest villages in the area, thanks to an abundant supply of spring water, surrounded by citrus groves, almond trees and vineyards. In early spring the almond blossom is a spectacular sight and the orange and lemon trees are laden with fruit.
On the road from Paphos to Polis, about 13kms before you reach Polis, there is a turning on the left which will take you to the pretty little village of Miliou nestling at the foothills of the Laona plateau and Akamas peninsula. Youll know youre on the right road when your nose starts to twitch as you near the therapeutic sulphur springs at the bottom of the hill.
With far-reaching mountain and valley views and unspoilt countryside, Miliou is a delightful rural setting, perfect for long walks and for those who love nature and bird watching as the village is renowned as a nesting site for nightingales. The main bird migrations, when a wide variety of species may be seen, take place in spring and autumn. If you are more interested in seeing Mother Nature's spectacular show of spring flowers, then visit between the beginning of March and the end of May. The aroma of the surrounding pine and lemon groves, brought in by the cool valley breeze, provides relief from the hot Cypriot sun.
Of particular interest in the area is the restored monastery of 'Agii Anargyri, now used as a spa resort known as Secret Forest. The monastery was built in 1649 and was among the first to be built on the island. It was founded by two brothers who cared for the sick and dying without payment, leading to the monastery acquiring its name, from the Greek meaning "without payment". Today can enjoy the therapeutic treatments of the spa resort at a reasonable fee (please ring or visit the resort for rates) while staying in one of our villas in the immediate area at a fraction of the cost of staying in the spa resort itself.
Read more about Miliou at Wikipedia.
