Dymes, a typical Pitsilia village, has a rugged, mountainous setting. Surrounded by fruit-bearing trees and forests, it is dissected by the Kourris River.

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Dymes is the 15th highest village of Cyprus, built at 960 metres above sea level, 3 kilometres away from Kyperounta.

Dymes took its name from the ancient town of Achaia Dymi, home of Kifea - one of the first Greek colonists who settled in Cyprus around 1200 BC.

Sunshine, altitude and frequent rain have blessed the village with a wealth of fruit trees, among them apple, peach, and plum, as well as vineyards. Thanks to the tireless efforts by the villagers and the implementation of the Pitsilia United Agricultural Development Plan, the irrigated area of the village has been considerably increased and many improvements have been made.

The houses of Dymes, built of local stone with tiled roofs, follow the traditional style. The neat gardens with their flowers and grape vines blend perfectly with the environment.

The old village church, dedicated to John the Baptist and preserved by the Antiquities Department, is a point of interest for both foreign and local visitors, as is the pretty village park.
Upholding the architectural heritage of the island underscores the value of the past and plays an important role in preserving the character of Cyprus. The traditional houses, faithfully restored, continue to provide useful and attractive dwellings for today's inhabitants.

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