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Nicosia or Lefkosia located in the middle of the island, is the capital of Cyprus since the 12th century and the island’s principal business centre for well over 2,000 years. Lefkosia remains today the main business and cultural centre and a bustling cosmopolitan city. Remnants of its historical past are seen primarily in the oldContinue reading “Hotels in Nicosia”

Larnaca (Larnaka), located in the south-east of the island, is the second commercial port and important tourist destination. Among its attractions is a modern harbour, a large marina, and its seafront promenade called Finikoudes, lined with rows of palm trees, coffee shops, bars and various restaurants. Larnaca can boast for its own contribution to theContinue reading “Hotels in Larnaca”

The town of Ayia Napa is situated in the outskirts of Larnaka and has developed into an attractive seaside resort. This was originally a fishing village with its charming medieval monastery, dedicated to ‘Our Lady of the Forests”, which stands in the middle of the village surrounded by a high wall. Ayia Napa means “TheContinue reading “Hotels in Ayia Napa & Protaras”

The ‘Tombs of the Kings’ is the splendid necropolis that is located just outside the walls, to the north and east of Pafos town. It was built during the Hellenistic period (3rd century B.C.) to satisfy the needs of the newly founded Nea Paphos. Its name is not connected with the burial of kings, asContinue reading “Tombs of the Kings”

The Troodos Mountains, whose highest peak almost reaches 2000 metres and is covered in snow in the winter, is a cooler alternative in the summer to the heat of the coast. Here some fine walking is to be had along trails that go through scented forests of pine, past waterfalls and take in magnificent panoramic viewsContinue reading “Hiking in Troodos”

Perhaps the best way to see a country is on foot. If you love the great outdoors or want to improve your fitness, hiking is ideal. Leave your car and experience the culture and nature of the island in the best possible way. Cyprus has numerous signposted paths or nature trails, some more challenging thanContinue reading “Nature Routes in Cyprus”

Whether you are planning a full-scale conference of over a thousand, or a small seminar of just a few people, Cyprus can provide it. Having hosted meetings of heads of government in the past and with over 500 top companies and associations holding conferences here every year, Cyprus has all the facilities that even theContinue reading “Meetings”