Pervolia

In ancient years, Pervolia was a resting place for kings and wealthy people in the area.

[1] It was named after Greek word ‘pervoli’ for its abundant gardens, fertile soil, and thousands of productive trees.

[1] It used to belong to the royal family of the House of Lusignan during the Frankish Period of Cyprus, which lasted from 1191 until 1489.

[1] The last owner of this period was Charles Lusignan, who was persecuted by King James II of Cyprus because he supported Queen Charlotte.

[1] Pervolia was sold to the Podokatares family from Greece during the Venetian Period of Cyprus, and the last owner was Ektoras Podokatoras from 1489 to 1571.

Faros beach