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“Cyprus is very good. Lots of trips to take — you can [fly] to Egypt from there and see the pyramids.
The food is good (strong Greek influence), [and the] weather is good.”
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1. TOMBS OF THE KINGS:
In Paphos,
peer into the subterranean tombs
and burial chambers of a vast
Hellenistic-period cemetery carved
out of rock.
2. ALYKES BEACH:
Go waterskiing,
then lounge, cocktail in hand, on the
soft sands of the Blue Flag beach in
this popular resort area, a former
fishing village.
3. THE MOSAICS OF PAPHOS:
Behold the master artistry of intricate floor motifs depicting mythological
scenes in the excavated houses and villas of Paphos Archaeological Park.
4. AGIOS NEOPHYTOS MONASTERY:
Enter the church and chamber of the hermit St. Neophytos, hewn
from the surrounding mountainside.
5. 7 ST. GEORGES TAVERN:
Indulge in a rotating daily menu of mezes (small dishes) on the garden terrace
of this charming eatery in Yeroskipou.
6. BLUE LAGOON:
Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of this shallow, sheltered bay along the Akamas
Peninsula. Be on the lookout for sponges and sea turtles.
7. EAGLE MOUNTAIN RANCH:
Hang on to your horse for a gallop along the scenic country trails
surrounding Paphos. Ride past almond and olive trees, and take in magnificent coastal views.
8. APHRODITE HILLS:
Tee off overlooking the spot where the goddess Aphrodite is said to have risen from
the Mediterranean Sea. Test your skill on the signature 7th hole, a daunting par-3 with a green set above
a deep, craggy gorge.
9. SARANTA KOLONES:
Visit the ruins of this Byzantine castle near Paphos’ harbor, and discover what
remains of a formidable fortress that once featured 40 granite pillars, towers, and vaulted arches.
10. VOUNI PANAGIAS-AMBELITIS WINE ROUTE:
Swirl and sip wines produced from the local mavro
grape, at wineries in hillside villages such as Statos-Agios Fotios.
hy Go?
For its rich archeological legacy. The Mediterranean island, with its ancient tombs, gothic castles, and
centuries-old mosaic-tiled villas is practically an open-air history museum. In fact, the entire western coastal town of
Paphos is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. But it’s not all nods to the past: With more than 50 eco-friendly Blue
Flag beaches, scenic wine-producing regions, and a forested mountainous interior dotted with heritage villages, there’s
every excuse to frequent the outdoors.
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