Southern Cyprus holiday villas
Holidays in Europe & holiday villas in Cyprus
Boasting an average of 300 days a year of sun Cyprus is a wonderful place to soak up the sun. The Republic of Cyprus (southern) is the Greek Cypriot part and consists of the regions such as Paphos, Limassol and Larnaca. If it is culture, history, archaeology, walking or cycling you enjoy then Cyprus is definitely a place you would want to visit, it is also home to nine of UNESCO's (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) World Heritage listed sites.
Paphos, steeped in history and situated on the south west coast of the island Paphos was in ancient times the capital. The Tombs of the Kings is the most popular and certainly the most impressive attraction here. Pomos is a long stretch of beach next to the harbour with cliffs to one side that offer shade and also protection from the wind.
Coral Bay, there are many sandy and pebbly beaches within Paphos the best sandy beach in the area is considered to be Coral Bay. It is easily accessible and has a wide range of water sports and other facilities available.
Polis, on the edge of the Akamas peninsula nature reserve, there is a unique combination of unspoilt sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, a beautiful countryside with a very rich wildlife.
Limassol, in the south of the island Limassol is Cyprus’s second largest city. Ladies mile beach, situated near the port and is only 10-15 minute drive from the town centre. Curium beach is a very appealing beach because of its amazing beauty. The sea here can be rough and wild but fun for the capable swimmers. Pissouri beach is a beautiful sandy beach with safe, calm and warm waters. There is a dive school here for anyone who would like to learn and also all the other facilities you would need and it rarely gets over crowded.
Larnaca, in the southeast of the island and the location of the very famous party hot-spot Agia Napa. People here can join in the celebrations in the height of the season but still find some secluded beaches only a few kilometres away.
Agia Napa Beaches; Nissi beach and Nissi bay are twin beaches that are connected and attract thousands of tourists every year. It has a beautiful landscape and is well sheltered from the wind. It also offers all the water sports and restaurants, cafes etc.
Baths of Aphrodite just 11km from Polis is where (it is said) the patron goddess of Cyprus came to the island. Legend also says that this is also where Aphrodite used to bath after entertaining her lovers.
Adonis Falls is about 1km from Coral Bay. It is a refreshing waterfall that splashes into a small swimming hole called Baths of Adonis.
Windsurfing is very popular due to the shallow waters.
Golf, there are plenty of Golf Clubs and Golf Resorts to choose from and iti is a very popular sport on the island.