The Tombs of the Kings are Paphos's main tourist attraction and an important reasons for the site's World Heritage listing.
Called "monumental" and "magnificent" by the UN, the 4th-century-BC resting places are carved from solid rock, complete with Doric pillars.
They're unique in Cyprus because of their peristyle court structure, influenced by Egyptian architecture.
In layman's terms, this means they were built like courtyards with colonnades and roofs. The ancient Egyptians believed the tombs of the dead should resemble the houses of the living.
Despite the name, no kings are actually buried here -- only members of high society. The tombs got their name because of their grand appearance.
Source: CNN Travel
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