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About The Area
Nicosia (Lefkosia)
Became the capital of Cyprus in the 11th Century AD. Now divided into two by the forces.
There are over fifty churches to visit and Byzantine
monasteries, archaeological sites and authentic charming villages.
The Cyprus museum is worth a visit.
The see antiquities from the Neolithic age to the early Byzantine periods.
Today the heart of Nicosia with its rich history is enclosed by the
16th Century Venetion walls and oozes with nostalgia and atmosphere of years gone by.
Other places of interest include: -
The museum of Nicosia
The National Struggle Museum
The Cyprus Jewellers Museum
Famagusta Gate and many old churches, art centres, mosques,
cathedrals and of course lookout points offering panoramic 360 degrees views of the town.
Polis
Thirty seven kilometres from Paphos near to the Akamas
Peninsula, this beautiful small village / town famous amongst other things as the bathing place of Aphrodite, where according to legend the Goddess of Love used to take her beauty baths
in a pool of a natural grotto shaded by fig trees. Products such as wheat, olives, walnuts, almonds and citrus trees are prominent in Polis as well as the old buildings in the village,
with its many churches and museums.
Excavations were carried out between 1800-1900 to the short
lived Kingdom of Marion founded around 10th century B.C.
This was captured and destroyed in 312 B.C. by Ptolemy of
Egypt and rebuilt in 285 B.C. Many tombs were found and items placed in the Cyprus museum. Recent excavations have unearthed small plots of the ancient city.
Nearby Lachi, a beautiful fishing harbour has some excellent restaurant and beaches.
Emba
Approximately three kilometres from Paphos was a mediaeval
estate known for its vast production of sugar, now mainly agricultural area, although Emba hosts a lovely village market and has a very interesting church built on the foundations of an
ancient Christian Basilican probably 12th Century.
Lots of interesting items of art to see here.
Paphos
The traditional playground and birthplace of Aphrodite. Once
the capital now enjoys modern hotels, restaurants and an extreme wealth of archaeological treasures and hundreds of underground tombs. (Please click onto our Attractions button for lots
of info on this).
Paphos is divided by the lower town "Kato Paphos"
and quaint harbour with fantastic restaurants and bars and the upper town with its culture old ways and excellent shops (many boutiques for the ladies!). One of the attractions and indeed
benefits for tourists here is that English is widely spoken.
Cars drive on the left and regular 13 amp sockets are used
through out. Shopping is good in Paphos, look out for Copper work, pottery, silver and gold jewellery, linen as well as handmade rings.
Nightlife is good some stay open until the early hours and
hotels; also restaurants (some) have evening entertainment with plate smashing and Greek dancing, where you can join in.
Paphos seduces its visitors and guests with its majestic
landscape, beautiful coastline and historical treasures. Visit the rock of Romios where Aphrodite emerged from the sea. Legend dictates that if you swim round the rock you fall madly in
love with one of the locals and never leave the island!
Paphos is included in the official Unesco list of cultural
and natural treasures of the world heritage.
Chloraka
Near to Paphos – growing quickly. Lots of Old churches and buildings. The tiny 12th century church of Ayios Nikolaos – reputed to be a Frankish Chapel – having an extension of a small monastery next to it. One of the churches is in the shape of a crucifix and has an attractive dome. Some of our properties are near to the village and well worth the visit.
Peyia
Enjoying fantastic views of the coast perched high, lovely
church in the square with many coffee bars (Kafenia), lots of old buildings and interesting walking.
Pissouri
East of Paphos equal distance to Limassol. Major vine centre
growing sultana grapes. In olden days Pissouri was a main stop over location for travellers between Paphos and Limassol. Lovely beaches and a lot of Aphrodite mythology.
Lysos
Fascinating, beautiful village with excellent churches dating back to the 15th century (Byzanine style) very countrified surroundings, old tombs and traces of them have been found giving an extremely romantic and interesting feel about the village. Very well preserved village probably the best in Paphos area – visit the Panayia Khryseleoysa church with its coat of arms from the Gouri family showing some very interesting icons. A short distance from Polis, worth the drive.
Peristerona
Another village with old churches and buildings. One of the
churches Ayii Varnavas and Hilarion – stunning five domes and three aisles (only one in Cyprus like it) good woodcarvings can be admired and beautiful relics only two of the original
wall paintings have been saved – that of King David and Virgin and Child. Village known for its lush watermelons – Peristerona is Greek for pigeons – inland west of Lefkosia
close-ish to the border.
Limassol (Lemesos)
South of the island situated equally between both airports,
Paphos and Larnaka. Heart of the wine industry, also a bustling holiday destination for tourists. Limassol holds its main wine festival in September. A giant extravaganza where wine flows
freely for everyone, courtesy of the local wineries.
Limassol stretches ten miles of coastline with an abundance
of restaurants, boutiques, shops and lively tavernas. Interesting places to see are: - Lemesos Castle with its medieval Fort near the Old Port where it is said that Richard The Lion Heart
married his bride Berengaria and crowned her Queen of England in 1191.
Lots of five star hotels in Limassol that you can visit, and
enjoy their restaurants, bars, and private section of sandy beaches. The Amathous Beach Hotel and the Four Seasons are excellent.
Larnaka
Home of Lazaros who Jesus rose from the dead, going back to
Christianity, later becoming the first Bishop in Larnaka. A beautiful church built in his name exists on the spot where his remains were found. Apart from its airport, trendy Marina and
amazing salt lake, home of the graceful flamingos in the cooler months, Larnaka boasts of a fantastic palm tree lined promenade with an abundance of cafes and taverna’s, places of
interest include Choirokoitha, the oldest Neolithic settlement on the island, the famous churches of Angelortisti Stavrovovni Monastery. The bust of Kimon (on the promenade) and the 9th Century church of Lazaros (one of the finest examples of Byzantine architecture in Cyprus), Kition, the 13th Century B.C. City kingdoms.
Lots more interesting churches, monasteries and museums.
There is also an authentic Larnaka walk that can be taken to
see and learn about the city.
For information phone 246 543 22/246 305 76
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