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Holidays in Cyprus - Ancient History & Modern Resorts
Cyprus - Beautiful Island Holiday Destination
Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean and is an idyllic holiday destination where legend, history and natural beauty go hand in hand. With beautiful clean sandy beaches, warm crystal clear waters and over 300 days of sunshine a year, it is hardly surprising that Cyprus is the envy of the Mediterranean and the perfect choice for a holiday at any time of year. Take time to discover the timeless beauty of tiny mountain villages, picturesque coastal resorts, unspoilt landscapes and an island steeped in history, where a wealth of Greek and Roman ruins recall classical times when Aphrodite made Cyprus her home.
Cyprus - Mythology & Ancient Monuments
Cyprus is an island steeped in history and has a rich cultural heritage. Visitors and tourists that travel to Cyprus have an overwhelming choice of ancient monuments and archaeological sites to visit. This is particularly so in Paphos, which has been included in UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritage sites. Throughout Cyprus, the typically Mediterranean landscape is still blessed with the timeless beauty of antiquity. There are crusader fortresses framed by tall cypress trees, Greco-Roman theatres carved out of cliffs and Byzantine monasteries perched improbably on mountain tops. Near the animated harbour at Paphos are the Roman floor mosaics of the Houses of Aion, Achilles and Dionysus, with their depictions of mythological scenes amazingly well preserved.
Cyprus - Holiday Resorts for All
The holiday resorts on Cyprus provide something for everyone. The quiet resorts, for those who want to get away from it all and enjoy the real Cyprus, include Pissouri & Episkopi offering picturesque scenery and archaelogical sites to visit. For those wanting something a little livelier, try the holiday resorts of Paphos & Larnaca. For all night partying, the famous resort of Ayia Napa and Limassol provide fantastic nightlife, with bars, restaurants and nightclubs to keep the party goers happy.
Cyprus - Traditional Cuisine to Enjoy
Traditional Cypriot cuisine is something everyone should try during their holiday to Cyprus. A Cyprus Meze is certainly one of the most famous Cypriot delicacies and is one of the 'musts' on any visit to Cyprus, as it is a great guide to understanding the Cypriot mentality. Take your time and share a Meze with friends; don't be surprised at how long it takes and how much food is offered as it can include up to 20-30 dishes! No Cypriot village is complete without a traditional coffee shop, the 'kafenio'. It's the most important place in the village, the central point of communication, a place to meet friends, to play 'Tavli', the Greek version of Backgammon or just pass time by drinking a Greek coffee, tea, fresh juice or a home-made fruit squash.
Great holiday resorts with high quality accommodation
There are many holiday resorts to choose from in Cyprus catering for all the family. The liveliest include Ayia Napa & Limassol with their mix of restaurants & nightlife. For those wanting peace & quiet, the resorts of Peyia & Coral Bay offer peace, beautiful scenery and the 'real' Cyprus.
All the Cyprus holiday resorts offer an excellent selection of accommodation for holiday rental, from modern apartments to luxury villas with private swimming pools.
Things to do in Cyprus
Cyprus is a great holiday destination, offering more to visitors than just the beaches & sunshine:
- Archaeology - Some of the ancient archaeological sites on Cyprus include Kition, the ancient city on which Larnaca is built, the Amphitheatre at Kourion and Tombs of the Kings at Paphos - a world heritage site.
- Troodos Mountains - No visit to Cyprus is complete without visiting the Troodos mountains in the heart of the island with picturesque villages & beautiful scenery.
- Nicosia - Visit the divided walled city of Nicosia with its ancient architecture and museums.
- Water World - Ayia Napa has the first water park to be built in Cyprus and it is still expanding. The Fall of Icarus and Atlantis are two of the biggest and most popular rides but they are not for the faint-hearted!
- Watersports - other activities on the island include watersports - sailing, scuba diving, parasailing, jet skiing; plenty to keep the most active of people busy.
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