Aphrodites Rock, Cyprus, Larnaca

Aphrodite's Rock is the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite the �goddess of love and beauty� who rose from the waves in this beautiful spot.

The Greek name, Petra tou Romiou is associated with the legendary frontier guard who kept the marauding Saracens at bay.

It is said that he threw this large rock into the sea destroying the enemy's fleet.