Archaeological excavations proved that the first settlement in Kirra dates to the 3rd millennium B.C. and was located close to the present-day church of the Dormition of Mary.
The discovery of an ancient settlement in Kirra, dating back to the 3rd millennium B.C., is significant as it provides evidence of early human presence in the area. The location of this settlement near the present-day church of the Dormition of Mary suggests a possible connection between the settlement and religious practices.