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of Nea Pafos during the Hellenistic and Roman periods, from the 3rd century BC to the
3rd century AD. Despite the name, the tombs were not actually used by royalty; they
earned the title from their grand appearance.
Located 2km north of Kato Pafos, the tombs are unique in Cyprus, being heavily influ-
enced by ancient Egyptian tradition, when it was believed that tombs for the dead should
resemble houses for the living.
The seven excavated tombs are scattered over a wide area; the most impressive is No 3,
which has an open atrium below ground level, surrounded by columns. Other tombs have
niches built into the walls where bodies were stored. Most of the tombs' treasures have
long since been spirited away by grave robbers.
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