Travel guide to Paphos
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About Paphos
Cyprus is one of the top holiday destinations in Europe. Thanks to the excellent climate of the island at the far eastern end of the Mediterranean, and close proximity to Turkey and Egypt, the culture of the island is balanced in different directions to Greece, and in addition to the traditional holiday style that you would expect, it also provides visitors with a wide range of different experiences that are totally unique and Cypriot.
Cyprus has been divided into two since the Turkish Invasion in the 1970s which resulted in the eastern half of the island remaining under Turkish control and the western parts as part of Greece. As a result of the invasion the national identity of Greek Cyprus has become very clearly defined, and it is a very pleasant place to stay as a result of this.
The island is relatively large, and Paphos lies at the western tip. Although there are several resorts in the close vicinity of Paphos Airport, popular destinations such as Limassol and Agia Napa are some distance away, and airport transfers can be much more expensive for two people than simply renting a car and self driving to your resort.
Once you have a car, you give yourself a great deal of freedom to see more of the island than you might otherwise do. Cyprus’ rich history and unique location mean that it has far more to see than just beaches and nightclubs, so taking the time to explore the quieter north coast is a great way of spending time. There are also some well preserved ancient Greek and Roman ruins including temples and villas that date back nearly two thousand years.
A great place to spend some time when in Cyprus is the island’s capital city Nicosia, which marks the border between the two halves of the island, but is the largest settlement and a place that can explain the history and culture of Cyprus best through its museums and galleries, as well as being the best place to eat out on Cyprus, and having a great local craft market that sells a lot of the local specialties.
