The seat of power, the 1000 year old town, Nicosia is the biggest town in Cyprus. A perfect mix between history and modern Europe, Nicosia became capital of Cyprus as early as in 11th century AD. The divided walled city has developed in last 10 years as a cosmopolitan centre but is also proud of its heritage and medieval...
read moreLimassol is the second largest town on the south coast of Cyprus with magnificent coastline of 10 miles laden with sandy beaches. Some also call it the commercial capital of Cyprus. In the last two years the town has seen beautification of the beaches and creation of walkways, cycling tracks and green belts along the...
read moreThe main airport to arrive in Cyprus, Larnaca is 3rd largest city in Cyprus. A visitor gets his first glimpse of the magnificent coastline, peaceful Mediterranean waters and the Larnaca seafront while landing at Larnaca airport and that’s only the beginning. As in other cities, apart from the medieval fort, museums, ancient...
read moreAccording to a recent press release of Statistical Service of Cyprus the population in government controlled area is estimated to be 796,900 as at the end of 2008. Below is the brief population data: Nicosia : 313,400 Limassol : 228,900 Larnaca : 133,300 Paphos : 77,000 Famagusta: 44,300 Overall Urban population: 70% (Posted on...
read moreAccording to legend the Goddess of love and beauty -Aphrodite- was born in Paphos area. She is believed to have emerged from shoreline where Aphrodite’s rock stands in glory. It came as a pleasant surprise when I first came to know that the whole town of Paphos is listed by UNESCO in its World Cultural Heritage list. Paphos was...
read moreTroodos is the mountain range of Cyprus at about hour’s drive from both Limassol and Nicosia, with highest peak being Mt Olumpus at 1,952 mtrs. Picturesque Troodos mountain range with unspoilt natural beauty with Pine, Cypress and Apple trees is spread across most of western Cyprus. In winter time ski lovers head for the...
read moreCyprus is a divided island of about 10,000 sq kms in the east of Mediterranean sea, with less than one million population. But its historical lineage and strategic geographical location also make it one of the most important islands in the region.Its 10,000 year long history has seen civilizations come and go. Cyprus books recount...
read moreAyia Napa – Here, the Day Begins at Night Every young man/woman in any part of the world dreams of visiting Ayia Napa at least once in his/her lifetime. “Napa is Amazing” , “Fantastic clubbing” , “Great experience & atmosphere” as they say. Simply put – Ayia Napa is the ‘NIGHTLIFE CAPITAL’ of...
read moreIf you thought Cyprus was all sea and sunshine you are in for a surprise. Cyprus also has its own share of Skiing. (see photo below for an idea) The slopes in the Mt Olympus area , highest peak in Troodos mountain range at about 2000 meters, has several ski treks. There are four ski lifts and all ski facilities are available during...
read moreIt is that time of the year again. Weather is beautiful, just the right temperature. The sea is playful, now calm, now mischievous. And the hundreds of sea gulls make it like a scene straight out of a tourism booklet. A walk on the sea front is just the perfect way to start a sunny day in December. It is still a painful decision...
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