Cyprus’ history is one of wars and invasions – a penalty of being in such a strategic location in the Eastern Mediterranean. As recently as 1974 the north of the island was invaded by Turkey – even today the news in Cyprus is dominated by what hope there is for a reunited island.
A consequence of [...]
Coral Bay, just north of Paphos, is a mecca for holidaymakers. Technically, it’s a part of Pegeia, but Coral Bay has an identity all of its own based around having a good time in the sun.
One of the reasons people visit Coral Bay in the summer is you can guarantee the weather will be perfect, [...]
The hillsides around Polemi and Stroumbi in Paphos Region are covered in vineyards. It’s a terrific place to walk in the country at any time of the year, but in autumn the golden colours of the vines add a real vibrancy to the countryside.
Autumn temperatures are still very pleasant – in fact probably the most [...]
According to legend, Aphrodite mythological goddess of love and beauty, rose from the waves in this strikingly beautiful spot on the south east coast of Cyprus.
The Baths of Aphrodite at Polis and the ‘Fontana Amorosa’ – Fountain of Love – also echo her apparent penchant for the island.
The Greek name, Petra tou Romiou “The Rock [...]
You don’t have to dig very deep to find traces of Cyprus’ recent history.
Pre-1974, villages tended to be ‘Greek Cypriot’ or ‘Turkish Cypriot’. So after the events of 1974, the majority of the Turkish Cypriots left in what had become the Greek Cypriot area fled north, leaving their homes behind. The houses – and in [...]
You could go with the flow (and the crowds) and enjoy the beaches at Paphos or Coral Bay – or with a short drive up the coast you could enjoy the almost deserted and truly idyllic Lara Beach in the Akamas National Park.
Lara is about a thirty minute drive north from Paphos. Follow the coast [...]
In antiquity Paphos – or as the locals spell it – Pafos – was the centre of the cult of Aphrodite and is today a bustling holiday resort.
The town is in two parts, ‘Ktima’ being the upper area and the true town centre; ‘Kato’ being the lower area by the beach and harbour and the [...]
Polemi is a simple, agricultural, truly Cypriot village miles from the bustle of the tourist trail.
Situated in an unspoilt location, yet provided with all the necessities and in touch with the local environment.
Polemi is centrally located within the Paphos Region making it close to and easily accessible from all areas and activities. It is approximately [...]