The Limassol countryside has unique wealth of natural monuments that never ceases to amaze. Limassol is home to some of the oldest of a long list of perennial, single trees, among which is the oldest tree in Cyprus, standing tall at 1500 years old.
The 2 trees which have been around for more than 1.000 years, are quite impressive in their stature. The Mt Atlas Mastic tree in Apesia and the laurel in Omodos, with their huge trunks and rich greenery, prove that they are strongly attached to the soil on which they stand.
At 10 meters tall, it is the first thing one sees upon entering the beautiful and picturesque Apesia village. According to locals, this tree is dedicated to St George, and it is a true jewel for the community. It is considered to be one of the oldest Pistacia Atlantica trees in the world.
Photo by Agne Tsouloupa.
It is 10 meters tall and standing right next to Apostle Filippos chapel, west to Omodos village. Its leaves are so thick, that the trunk is completely covered, as well as part of the small church.
Another 2 trees, slightly younger, over 800 years old each, are just as impressive.
The plane tree is found on the way from Pera Pedi to Kilani village. Its trunk is 8 meters wide and it reached up to 36 meters high.
The olive is now officially declared a protected, natural monument, located at a rather secluded spot in the village. Its trunk, after the huge whole creatd in it, is now split in 2 parts, while some braches are still connected.
