The sanctuary is located about 2.5 kilometres (1.6 mi) west of the ancient town of Kourion along the road which leads to Pafos.It was one of the main religious centres of ancient Cyprus, where Apollo was worshipped as god of the woodlands.During the Roman period the site was extended with the addition of the South and North Buildings, which may have been used for the display of votives or the accommodation of visitors.Terracotta figurines and pottery that were accumulated in the temple from the fifth century BC to the Roman period were buried in the votive pit.Along the external east side of the walls are the palaestra where athletes once exercised and played games, and the baths.
