Paphos

A charming west coast town, Paphos attracts many tourists due to its excellent amenities and attractive harbour, lined with bright fishing boats and restaurants.With a population of just 28.000 Paphos nestles in the lee of the Western Troodos Mountains, which add another dimension to this area of scenic beauty. The recent addition of its own international airport has opened up ...

Cyprus at a Glance

Rich in history and natural charms, Cyprus has much to offer the visitor. The following information is intended to give you a feel for the island and its people. Cyprus is an island of legends, which basks all year round in the warm Mediterranean sun. Its history goes back 10,000 years and it has seen civilizations come and go. Many people including Alexander the Great and C...

Medical & Health

In Cyprus health inspectors of the medical and public services of the Ministry of Health and the local authorities monitor the safety of food and drinking water quality. Food and drinking water are of high quality, absolutely safe and no food or water-born diseases occur.Water is safe to drink in Cyprus, as water pollution is negligible and every home has fresh running drinking...

Cyprus brief history

Cyprus is an island whose rich dramatic history can be traced back over 10,000 years. Cyprus has been so coveted over the centuries that it has been invaded and claimed by a fascinating mixture of civilizations from near and far all of which have left their culture and shaped its character. The archaeology of Cyprus can be traced from the Neolithic Age through the Ancient Gr...

Nicosia

Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus, is one of the oldest cities in this part of the world. Today it is sophisticated and cosmopolitan place, combining its historic past with the amenities of a modern city. It lies roughly in the centre of the island in the Mesaoria Plain, flanked by the beautiful northern range of Kyrenia Mountains with its distinctive 'Pentadaktylos" - the five fi...

Larnaca

Larnaca is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and it is the modern tourist gateway to Cyprus. Find out more about its attractions below.Larnaca is the third largest town in Cyprus after Nicosia and Limassol and has a population of around 100,000.The local economy is largely geared towards tourism and is home to the island's main international airport, ...

East Coast

Famagusta is located near the capital city of Nicosia. A seaport, Famagusta is a centre for the export of citrus fruits and other agricultural products and livestock. Other major economic activities include cotton spinning, the distillation of brandy, and fishing.Near the town are the ruins of the ancient city of Salamis, destroyed in AD647. Famagusta was a haven for Christian ...

Cyprus Cuisine

It is said civilization starts on the table, which therefore makes Cyprus amongst the most civilized countries of the Mediterranean. The Cypriots instinctively know what is important to good living so eating and drinking well are always high on their agenda. Although international cuisine is widely available in Cyprus, the tavernas and best restaurants delight in serving cla...

Limassol

With a population of around 160,000, Limassol is the largest seaside resort in Cyprus and it is the second largest city after Nicosia. Limassol is a modern city with high standards of medical services and well reputed schools, offering visitors and residents a good standard of living and quality housing, whether in apartments, townhouses or independent villas. Due to the size o...