Timi between the coastal plain and history

Timi lies on the Paphos coastal plain at an average elevation of 60 metres. The village of Anarita, which is connected to Timi, is about 2 km to the northeast; the city of Pafos is 8 km to the east. These reference points give your travel planning a sense of place: Anarita as a village to the northeast and Pafos as a city east of Timi. If you are looking for a holiday apartment, you can consider which of these connections is most important for your stay.

Location between the coastal plain and the road

The main Limassol–Paphos road is another landmark: it lies south of the village, about 500 metres away. Together with the information about Anarita and Pafos, this describes Timi’s location from different directions. This makes it possible to place the village in relation to the destinations mentioned, rather than reducing it to just one reference point. The average elevation of 60 metres adds a topographical dimension to this picture, placing Timi on the coastal plain.

When choosing a base, these location details may raise different questions: Is the setting on the coastal plain most important to you, the connection to the village of Anarita, or the direction towards Pafos? The information can help you sort out these priorities. It describes Timi and the reference points mentioned; which location suits your trip depends on what you prioritise in your planning.

Historical connections and local history

The area of Timi lies between ancient Palaepaphos and ancient Paphos. This historical context connects the village with two ancient reference points in the region. It offers a different way to get to know Timi, alongside its landscape and location: if you are interested in the history of the area, you can take this connection into account when planning your trip. These two ancient sites are reference points beyond what is stated about Timi itself.

One specific landmark in the village’s history is the Byzantine church of Agia Sophia. During Ottoman rule, it was converted into a mosque. The building therefore illustrates how religious use changed over the course of Timi’s history. According to the regional tourism organisation, the church is protected by the Department of Antiquities. If you are planning a visit, check current access arrangements.

The settlement was once supplied with water through underground channels, which carried water to stone drinking fountains. This historical function tells a different story about the village than the church. While Agia Sophia illustrates a change in use, the channels point to the settlement’s water supply. Both details invite you to consider Timi not only in terms of its location, but also through its architectural and historical heritage.

Timi as a base for your planning

The coastal plain, Timi’s location in relation to Anarita and Pafos, and the history of Agia Sophia and the water channels offer different points of interest.

Discover more destinations: Pentalia, Kelokedara, Pano Panagia, Giolou, Anarita, Arsos, Koilineia, Nikokleia.

For the broader travel overview: Paphos.