Cyprus for culture, nature and pleasure!
With a wealth of beaches to choose from, you are bound to find one that suits your taste. There are fine white sandy beaches with shallow turquise waters, or deep water bays with rocky outcrops perfect for snorkeling or diving. Long stretches of coastline lend themselves to jogging, while secluded coves beckon when you want to be alone. From the quiet backwaters of the western peninsula, to the lively resorts in the east, the island has something for everyone.
Why Cyprus?
Sink your toes into warm sand, feel the sun on your skin and look out on the sparkling blue Mediterranean Sea. Nothing beats Cyprus for a beach holiday. If you are a nature lover, Cyprus will inspire you. From rugged coasts to mountain peaks, sunny vineyards to cool pine forrests, flat expanses of wheat fields to lush citrus orchards, the changing landscape within short distances offers endless opportunities for the artist of photographer in you. Or experience at first hand one of the oldest civilisations of the world going back 10,000 years. Famous for its copper in antiquity, Cyprus ('Kypros'in Greek) may even give the metal its Latin name, cuprum. Hotels and restaurants!
Hotels and restaurants!
Whether you want a five star luxury beachside hotel with every amenity, a hotel apartment or villa with pool for flexibility, or a quiet hideaway in a simple family run etablishment, the island can accommodate you. Savour fresh Mediterranean flavours at numerous restaurants featuring both local and international cuisine and live the night away to the latest sounds or join in a Greek sirtaki dance.
Holiday!
Alteratively, just lay back and enjoy Cyprus' magical evenings gazing at the stars through clear skies and lulled by the gentle sounds of the night crickets. In Cyprus the living is laidback; you set your own space. If you like culture; Many fine examples of Byzantine art survived here. Hidden away in the pine forrests, are Cyprus' painted churches with their colourful frescoes on walls and apses, ten of which have been put on the UNESCO World Heritage List. So come visit Cyprus; we are sure that you will like it
Shopping!
Shopping in Cyprus can be however you want it to be. In Strovolos or Limassol you can see the newest fashion in the most beautiful shoppingmalls. In several small villages you can still see how the people make the things that they are trying to sell to you. And in between those two you will find nice shops and supermarkets in every village.