The most interesting places in Southern Cyprus
Thanks to the turbulent history, it is possible to visit ancient monuments, medieval castles, but also Orthodox monasteries and mosques in a small area. In the middle of the island is the Trodos Mountains with extensive pine forests. Of course, there are a number of beautiful beaches. An ideal place for a varied holiday. Everyone will find something for themselves here!
Kourion
Extensive excavations of the ancient city
About 15 km west of the city of Limassol, on a limestone cliff above the sea lie the ruins of the ancient city of Kourion. It is an excavation of the city, founded in the 12th century BC by the Mycenaean Greeks. continue reading
Mountain monasteries and churches
Unique monuments inscribed on the UNESCO list
In the Troodos Mountains, which is the largest and highest mountain range in Cyprus, there are real gems – 10 mountain churches and monasteries built between the 11th and 15th centuries, which have been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1985 for their extraordinary architecture and especially unique multicolored Wall paintings. Christians have been pushed to remote places in the mountains for their faith, and even today it is necessary to drive along somewhat wild mountain roads if we want to see these unique orthodox monuments. continue reading
Nea Paphos
Amazing ancient mosaics inscribed on the UNESCO list
To the west of Paphos is the extensive Archaeological Park of Nea Paphos. It is a very important and very well-preserved ancient city. The most important monument here are the stunning mosaics, which are located on the floors of several preserved ancient houses. continue reading
Akamas Peninsula
The westernmost national park on the island
At the westernmost tip of the island is the promontory of Akamas. A smaller national park is established here, which is named after the Trojan hero Akamant, the son of the Athenian These, who allegedly settled here. continue reading
Paphos
The most important city in western Cyprus with UNESCO monuments
The most important city in the west of Cyprus, in which many monuments of ancient Greece and other cultures have been preserved. In ancient times, Paphos was the island's capital, and according to mythology, the goddess of love Aphrodite was born nearby. Today, it is a picturesque town on the coast with a small harbor, promenade and a medieval fortress. Thanks to the adjacent international airport, it is a very popular tourist destination during the season. On the coast is a very important archeological site „Nea Paphos“, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. continue reading
Aphrodite's beach
The birthplace of the goddess of love Aphrodite
About 23 km east of Paphos is a place called Petra tou Romiou, but everyone knows it better as „Aphrodite's Beach“. It is here, according to Greek mythology, that the goddess of love and beauty Aphrodite emerged from the sea foam. continue reading
Troodos Mountains
The largest nature reserve in Cyprus
Almost in the middle of Cyprus is the green heart of the island – the largest and highest mountain range Troodos .. Due to its remoteness and more difficult access, nature and local villages have remained intact. Part of the mountains with an area of 93 km2 has been declared a nature reserve continue reading
Aphrodite's bath
A legendary place in the national park
In the northwest of the island of Cyprus, on the Akamass Peninsula, inside a nature reserve about 10 km northwest of the city of Polis, there is a tourist attraction called „Aphrodite's Bath“. It is a small cave with a small waterfall and a natural pool. continue reading
Protaras
The easternmost place in the EU with beautiful beaches
Protaras is the easternmost town in the south of Cyprus. After Ayia Napa, it is the most popular and also the second busiest tourist area in the Republic of Cyprus. Originally a small coastal village, thanks to sandy beaches and picturesque bays with crystal clear water, it has become a very popular area for tourists hungry for enjoying the beaches and warm sea water. continue reading
Agia Napa
Golden sandy beaches and lively nightlife
Agia Napa, located in the southeastern part of the Republic of Cyprus, is probably the most popular tourist resort on the island. After the occupation of the northern part of Cyprus, the large beach area near Famagusta was occupied by soldiers and closed. That is why the Cypriots then moved the center of tourism to the area of Agia Napa and fully developed the tourism industry there. Countless hotels and entertainment venues have sprung up on the vast golden sand beaches. continue reading
