CYPRUS is the most easterly and the third largest of the Mediterranean islands after Sicily and Sardinia.
Hot dry summers are followed by mild winters, with many near deserted beaches, it is little wonder Cyprus has become a popular destination.
KATO PAPHOS.
The new tourist area has a wide choice of restaurants, tavernas, bars, night clubs, shops and good hotels. There is also a lovely harbour with waterfront restaurants and taverna perfect for a relaxing evening. There is a modern marina, several good beaches with plenty of water sports to choose from such as diving, paragliding and jet-skiing. The surrounding countryside and villages some as ancient as Cyprus itself, have been declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site of significant cultural and natural significance.
OLD PAPHOS.
Once the capital in Roman times to day the twisting narrow streets are perfect for souvenir hunting especially the market held every morning until mid day. If you're on a self catering holiday the Saturday market is excellent for locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables. Only a fifteen minute drive along the coast is the growing resort of Coral Bay it has a lovely sandy beach claimed to be the best in the area and a choice of shops, bars and restaurants. In high season it offers water sports, beach side tavernas, horse riding and evening nightlife.
If you have a sweet tooth you will love the confectionery that can be bought almost anywhere on Cyprus. Don't miss a visit to the tiny village of Yeroskipos where you can see the delicious confectionery being made. It is called Loukoumia, consisting of a fruit jelly coated with icing sugar, they can be bought almost any where, and make an ideal gift to take home, what ever your reasons for choosing Paphos, I'm sure you won't be disappointed.
PETRA TOU ROMIOU.Located 25 km east of Paphos is said to be the birthplace of Aphrodite Goddess of Love and Beauty, legend has it that Aphrodite, rose from the waves in this strikingly beautiful spot.
THE BATHS of APHRODITE. Located 48 km north of Paphos. According to legend, the goddess Aphrodite used to take her beauty baths in a pool of a natural grotto, shaded by a fig tree. Nature trails set off from Akamas to lead nature lovers to incomparable views of unspoiled land.
AKAMAS NATIONAL PARK. & ST GEORGES. At the entrance to the park is the small unspoilt fishing village of St George. The Akamas Peninsular is a distinct region on the far western tip of Cyprus with a wild coastline and natural unspoilt beaches, a unique geology and marvellous landscapes. The park is a protected area and is home to a large variety of indigenous birds, plants and butterflies. You will find there are clearly marked nature trails for hiking, bird watching and nature studies. Akamas National Park is concurred to be one of the most picturesque corner of Cyprus and simply one not to be missed.
Please
Note. Since 1974, the Cypriot government has designated Larnaca and Paphos international
airports, and the seaports of Limassol, Larnaca, and Paphos, as the only legal
points of entry into and exit from Cyprus. These ports are all in the government-controlled
southern part of the island. Entry or exit via any other air or seaport is not
authorised by the Cypriot government. It is possible for visitors to arrive at
non-designated airports and seaports in the north, but they should not expect
to cross the United Nations-patrolled "green line" to the government-controlled
areas in the south. Such travel is not permitted by the government of Cyprus,
even for transit purposes. Visitors arriving through designated ports of entry
in the south are normally able to cross into the north for day trips. Policy and
procedures regarding such travel are subject to change. Information on this may
be obtained at the U.N. "Buffer Zone" Checkpoint.
