Author Archives: CIMA Cyprus

The mount of Kourion, on which the ancient city-kingdom developed, occupies a dominant position on the coast 4 km southwest of the village of Episkopi in the Lemesos district. The earliest evidence of settlement in the broader area of Kourion dates to the Neolithic period (4500-3900 B.C.), whilst the most ancient remains in the areaContinue reading “Kourion & Amathus”

CIMA is the acronym for Cyprus Incentive & Meeting Associates. The association was formed in 1997 to represent the stakeholders to the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events (MICE) industry in Cyprus. While the founding members were DMCs, today the association represents DMCs, PCOs, Hotels, Venues, AV, transport companies and ancillary partners to the MICE industryContinue reading “About CIMA”

The first archaeological Museum of Lefkosia was housed in a building on Victoria St. in old Lefkosia, in the occupied part of the town. It was founded in 1888 as a privately run institution to protect the finds that started to come to light during the first legal excavations undertaken during the British rule ofContinue reading “Cyprus Museum”

The food of Cyprus reflects the rich and turbulent history of the island and its indelible Greek culture. You will find tastes influenced by the Middle East, Asia Minor and the Venetians, all using fresh local ingredients, herbs and spices and olive oil. The Mediterranean diet, with its grains and pulses, sun-ripened fresh fruit andContinue reading “Gastronomy”

On the 12th of December 2017, during the AGM meeting of Cima Cyprus held at the Four Seasons Hotel, Limassol, there were elections for a new board.The new Cima Cyprus board is now formed by: Chairman – Mr. Stavros KleovoulouVice-chairman – Mr. Spyros MichaelidesSecretary – Mr. Kyriakos AshikalisTreasurer – Mrs. Marina VarnavaMember – Mr. Christophe ChaillouMember – Mr. OrestisContinue reading “CIMA Board 2017-2020”

Cypriot hospitality is legendary, and you’ll be given the warmest of welcomes in Cyprus. From the basket of fresh fruit and bottle of wine you may receive on arrival, to the attentiveness of staff and friendly service, everything is geared to make you feel at home. You will find reasonable rates and every type ofContinue reading “Hospitality in Cyprus”

The church of Agios Lazaros is built on the coastal zone of the city of Larnaka and is the primary place of worship of Agios Lazaros in Cyprus. The Saint’s relationship with the island was particularly close. Following his resurrection he fled to Cyprus, where he met the Apostles Pavlos and Varnavas who ordained himContinue reading “Church of Ayios Lazaros”

The castle is located at the south edge of Kolossi village, which is situated on a coastal plain about 11 kilometres west of Limassol. It is one of the most important extant fortification works of the Frankish period, an impressive, square, well-built building comprised of three floors. The castle was built in 1210 by theContinue reading “Kolossi Castle”

Limassol provides every type of accommodation to suit a wide variety of tastes and budgets. Hotels operate all year round and the majority of the 4 and 5 star hotels in Cyprus are found in Limassol. Other than the luxurious hotels on the beach with every amenity, including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, Wi-Fi services,Continue reading “Hotels in Limassol”

Pafos is blessed with the cult of goddess Aphrodite who emerged from the sea. Located at the western part of Cyprus, it combines the beauty of the mountains with that of the seashore. Wherever one wanders in Pafos one comes across its glorious history, dating back thousands of years, its culture and unspoiled natural surroundingsContinue reading “Hotels in Paphos”