Kathikas

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Kathikas (Greek: Κάθηκας) is one of the Laona villages in the Paphos District of Cyprus. It is situated on a plateau 23 kilometers north of Paphos. It has an altitude of 655m and a population of 333. It is well known for its grape production, such as xynisteri grapes. It also has a flourishing agrotourism industry. Kathikas has a very active Residents Association Additionally, Kathikas has residences that are over a century old and serve as examples of folkloric architecture.

Landmarks

Avakas Gorge is a natural attraction. The ruins of the abandoned village of Old Theletra. The inhabitants of Theletra were moved in the 1980s due to fears over landslides.

Notable Kathikians

Kathikas in the news

On April 7, 2000, a Kathikas man was arrested in connection with the theft of an ancient sarcophagus. On February 24, 2007, the residents of Kathikas awoke to the news that two of the locals had been murdered.

Annual events and celebrations

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