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Republic of Cyprus  -  Kibris / Kypros

Districts in Cyprus : Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaca, Limassol, Nicosia, Paphos

An island of contrasts. It has some of the most sophisticated cities in the region, and yet, a short distance away, you can feel as if you have stepped back into a previous century, not just the 19th, but far back to a time when people pursued simpler pleasures. Drop into almost any country teverna, or join the locals at a town market, and you will feel the atmosphere of a way of life that has remained essentially the same for centuries

Note - Turkish area administrative divisions include Kyrenia, all but a small part of Famagusta, and small parts of Nicosia and Larnaca

Capital City of Cyprus: Nicosia

The Turkish area's capital is Lefkosa [ Nicosia ]


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Car Hire Cyprus

 Sixt  -   
Pick-Up Station / Return Station: Larnaca Airport, Limassol, Nicosia, Paphos Airport, Paphos DT, Protaras DT.
 
 Holiday Autos  -   
Holiday Autos offers the best fully inclusive car hire prices. Get cheap car hire quickly and securely online with holidayautos.co.uk, the experts in online car rental.

Holiday Homes Cyprus

James Villas  -  Villas and villas with pools to rent with James Villa Holidays

Meon Villas in Cyprus
Meon Villas has premium villas to choose from in fantastic locations. Resorts in Cyprus : Aphrodite Hills, Coral Bay, Latchi, Miliou, Polis and Pomos.

Hotels in Cyprus

 Hotels in Cyprus  -  Hotel Guide Cyprus
Hotels in Larnaca, Paphos, Ayia Napa, Limassol, Nicosia, Protaras, Polis, Kingsfield Airstrip, Voroklini, Pano Platres, Alaminos, Athienou.

Travel Agents / Tour Operators

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Sovereign Premium Holidays [ ATOL 230 ]
Flexible Luxury Holidays Cyprus. Sovereign is a specialist tour operator with more than 30 years experience.

Page & Moy 
Activity Holidays, Christmas & New Year, Events, Holidays by Air, Resort Holidays, Short Breaks, Touring holidays.

Thomas Cook  -  Larnaca and Paphos

The Adventure Company  -  leading tour operator with over 200 adventure holidays
Adventurecompany.co.uk is the leading specialist of Family Adventure Holidays with infant adventures, teenage departures and single parent holidays.

  Olympic Holidays 

My Travel  -  Sun Holidays Cyprus



James Villas  -  Villas and villas with pools to rent with James Villa Holidays

 Accessible Travel & Leisure 
They recognise that all of their customers require good access as an essential ingredient in their holidays. This is why they visit, verify and photograph every hotel, villa and apartment we feature on this website.

Travel Guides Cyprus / Destination Guide Cyprus / Related books

Amazon.com - Travel Guides Cyprus 

Northern Cyprus (Landmark Visitors Guides)  -  by Kristina Gursoy, Lavinia Neville Smith
The authors live and work in Cyprus and they drew on their extensive local knowledge to produce this comprehensive guide Car tours & town trails with accompanying maps and historical background notes Easy to use and a convenient size Fact File - practical travel advice including local customs, accommodation and entertainment. Also has section with advice for the disabled Full colour photography with road maps and feature boxes Clear graphics - stand out on a crowded shelf Popular brand with loyal customer base
Paperback 176 pages (January 21, 2005): Publisher: Landmark Publishing Ltd
Cyprus (Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guides)  -  by Robin Gauldie, Jack Hughes
Whether you are travelling first class or on a limited budget, this Eyewitness Top 10 guide will lead you straight to the very best Cyprus has to offer. Dozens of top 10 lists - from the top 10 historical sites to the top 10 night-time hot spots - provide the insider knowledge no visitor should be without. Includes hundreds of colour photographs that really give you a flavour of the country, plus detailed maps.
Paperback 144 pages (June 3, 2004); Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
Journey into Cyprus  -  Colin Thubron
This is an account of a 600-mile trek on foot around Cyprus in the last year of the island`s peace. The author intertwines myth, history and personal anecdote with descriptions of characters, places, architecture and landscape and traces the island's survival through centuries of invasion.

Transportation / How do I travel to Cyprus

 Larnaca International Airport [ Greek part ]  -  4 km from the town Larnaca
 Paphos International Airport [ Turkish part ]  -  5 km from the town Paphos

  -  flights to Cyprus
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 Airline Tickets Cyprus / Bargain Flights 
Cheap flight tickets Cyrpus, price comparison possible

 

 Maps of Cyprus
 Maps International  -  Maps Cyprus
 Online Maps of Cyprus [ Uni Texas  -  Perry-Castañeda Library  -  Map Collection Europe  ]


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 Cyprus  -  Tourist Office Cyprus 

 Cyprus  -  Government of Cyprus

 Nicosia City  -  Capital City Cyprus

 Ayia Napa  -  Agia Napa Municipality
 Aglantzia  -  Municipality of Aglantzia
Aglantzia is Nicosia's highest suburb, since its largest part is built either on hills or on hillsides or at tableland level. Aglantzia was built in mediaeval times, before Ottoman rule, on an important site for defensive purposes, the existence of natural resources and its healthy climate.
The natural environment of Aglantzia is unique, being not only endowed with the big lung of Nicosia, Athalassa Forest, but also with Ayiou Georgiou park, Aglantzia Municipal park, as well as 45 small parks and green spaces.
Aglantzia is built along the road, which led from Nicosia to Larnaca before the invasion.
 Athienou  -  Athienou Municipality
Athienou, an important village of Cyprus with a rich historical tradition and outstanding buildings of Messaorian architecture, transforms itself into a modern city with important development works and interventions which link up harmoniously the past with the present.
Athienou functions as an urban, economic and social entity in equilibrium between the big urban centres of Nicosia and Larnaca.
 Deryneia  -  Δήμος Δερύνειας
 Famagusta  -  city on the east coast of Cyprus
 Kamares
 Kato Polemidia  -  Municipality of Kato Polemidia
 Kerynia  -  Kerynia Municipality
Kyrenia, the capital town of the district of Kyrenia, lies on the northern part of the island of Cyprus. The district, the smallest of the island, extends form Cape Kormakitis to include a large portion of the Kyrenia Mountains and ends about midway on the island's northern coast at the area known as «Achaean» shore. This toponym dates to the end of the Trojan war when many settlers arrived there from Achaea in the Peloponnese and established towns in the district. Evidence from archeological sites excavated in and around the town of Kyrenia bespeak of the area's settlement since the Neolithic period, 5800-3000 BC. Moreover, many Mycenaean, Geometric and Achaean tombs dating from 1300-500 BC, were also discovered. A fine climate, fertile soil and an abundance of water offered ideal conditions for the town's early settlement.
 Lakatamia  -  Municipality of Lakatamia
 Larnaca  -  Municipality Larnaca
The advantages of Larnaca as a tourist resort are numerous. The town is large enough to give everything one may need but still is not overcrowded especially at its beautiful beaches which extend for 25 kilometers. The archaeological sites and its six museums are in the center of the city within walking distance. Summer sports, sea activities and cruises are readily available. The shops are well stocked, medical care is excellent, its cinemas are screening films simultaneously with the cinemas of Europe and the USA. The variety of restaurants, tavernas, cafeterias and bars is very great. The Cyprus "meze" is the food specialty of the town . Night life is interesting and security in the streets unsurpassed. Cultural life is rich and many events are organized by the town's Municipality almost daily
 Latsia
Latsia is situated at about 7Km (4.34 miles) to the south of Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus, extending to an area of 16,28 sq.Km (6.29 sq. miles) and with a population of over 12.500-13.000. Through the Municipality flow torrents Drakontias and Kaloyeros, both branches of the river Vathys, which in turn is a confluent of the Pedieos river, one of the largest rivers in Cyprus.
 Lefkara  -  Municipality Lefkara
 Limasol  -  Limassol [ Lemesos ]  -  important harbour Cyprus
 Mesa Yitonia  -  Municipality of Mesa Yitonia
Mesa Yitonia Municipality is located in the middle of the Limassol city towards the North. Although, it is the smallest Municipality in Cyprus in respect of its size, it is not in any aspect the least important.
 Pano Lefkara  -  village known for its embroidery
 Paphos / Pafos
 Paralimni  -  Paralimni Municipality
Endless sandy beaches, secluded coves and wide bays set the scene in this attractive sun laden sandy seaside resort where lively sea sports play out across the horizon almost year round. The coves are great for snorkeling and diving and the wide bays are conducive to windsurfing in safety. Sailing, parachuting, waterskiing and jet skiing are all daily colorful activity. The crystal clear Mediterranean waters offer sunbathers and swimmers virtual paradise inviting delight.
 Polis  -  Polis Chrysochous Municipality
Polis is located North West of the region of Pafos at a 30 minute distance from the town of Pafos, 45 minutes from Pafos airport and less than 2 hours away from Larnaca airport.
Polis is the ideal holiday location for the select few who appreciate authenticity and seek rest and tranquility in a pleasant and friendly environment, which blends mountains, sea and plain with a wonderful healthy climate, a mild winter, a particularly warm, clear sea and sandy beaches.
Polis is considered as the location par excellence for nature lovers and those keen on active holidays, such as hiking, cycling, horse riding and golf. The Tsada Golf Course is just 25 minutes away from Polis
 Protaras
Located to the north of Cape Greco and close to the principal town of the area, Paralimni, Protaras is just 15 minute`s drive from Ayia Napa.
A relaxed resort, ideal for families, couples and singles of all ages, Protaras, with its superb crystal clear waters and fine silver beaches provides anidyllic holiday setting. Its beaches are probably the finest in Cyprus, and include the famous Fig Tree Bay, whilst nearby Cape Greco offers superb snorkelling and scuba diving.
 Paralimni
 Pissouri
 Platres
 Protaras
 Strofolos  -  Municipality of Strovolos
 Tochni

 Union of Cyprus Municipalities

 Alexander the Great  -  See Pothos.org  -  All about Alexander the Great
 Aphrodite
Of all the fabulous legends of Cyprus, the one surrounding Aphrodite — the Goddess of love and beauty — is one of the most picturesque. She emerged miraculously from the Mediterranean Sea near Pafos on the Island of Cyprus in 1200 B.C. Aphrodite is often spoken of in the same breath as Venus, whose name in Greek means "foam." So it was from the foaming waves that this legendary beauty appeared, much to the astonishment of the islanders.
 Ayia Napa -  Agia Napa
 Bank  -  Central Bank Cyprus
 Cleopatra
Cleopatra traveled extensively, so when she needed a short break, she choose Cyprus, the idyllic island in the Eastern Mediterranean. Furthermore: Cleopatra loved drama, and enjoyed the good things of life, including great food and wine. That's why Cyprus was probably the perfect getaway choice for her.
 Hala Sultan Tekke Moskee
 Kýkko-klooster
 Leonard da Vinci
 News from Cyprus  -  Cyprus News Agency
 Richard the Lion Heart - Richard Coeur de Lion
His Cyprus adventure began when he went on the Third Crusade with Philip the Second of France. On his way to the Holy Land, he heard the news that his fiancée, the Spanish noblewoman Berengaria of Navarre, and his sister, had been shipwrecked near Limassol, just off the coast of the exotic island of Cyprus. Richard diverted his forces to the island, defeating the ruler Comnenus in a great battle. He immediately swept his bride off her feet and married her on the site of the present day Kolossi Castle in Limassol making her the Queen of England.
 Radio & TV  -  Cyprus Broadcasting
 Rots van Aphrodite
 Troödosgebergte met berg Olympus (1952 m.)
 Weddings in Cyprus
 University of Cyprus

Cuisine  -  Cypriot Cooking

Its turbulent past has made Cyprus self-sufficient and in rural areas Cypriot families still produce almost everything they need, from pourgouri (cracked wheat) to cheese, home baked bread and smoked cured pork. Not so long ago the grain, oil and wine were stored in Pitharia, those enormous onion shaped terracotta pots that adorn the countryside. The island has always produced a huge variety of food due to its fine climate. In fact everyday foods such as figs, beans, chick peas, bitter herbs, olives, dates, almonds and nuts date back to the Bible.
The Cypriots cook with less oil than their Mediterranean neighbours and their diet is a healthy one, apart from their love of syrup soaked pastries! See for more Your Cyprus Food Guide.

Kopiaste: Most Traditional Cook Book on Cyprus Food - Special Sections on Customs and Tradition 
By Amaranth Sitas
Taste of Cyprus - by Gilli Davies
An original and exciting book which brings out Cypriot food in all its splendour and richness. An easy-to -follow seasonal look at the island's varied tastes. It is supplemented by colour photographs showing different food products and numerous black-and-white illustrations.
Paperback 208 pages (December 1, 1998); Publisher: Interworld Publications

History of Cyprus

Independence: 16 August 1960 (from UK)

note: Turkish area proclaimed self-rule on 13 February 1975 from Republic of Cyprus

 Cyprus's History  -  Wikipedia 
The name, Mythical origins, Prehistory [ Neolithic, Bronze Age and Iron Age ], Ancient history, Roman occupation, Byzantine period and Arab Condominium, Crusades, Venice, Ottoman Empire, British rule and annexation, Proposed union with Greece, Independence, Greek coup and Turkish invasion
Cyprus: A Modern History  -  by William Mallinson
This narrative history of Cyprus - the most thorough and up-to-date account currently available - examines the modern history of the island during a period of enormous change. Topics covered range from the British acquisition of Cyprus in 1878, when its strategic importance was cemented, to the more recent American and Soviet involvement during the Cold War. It focuses particularly on the period leading up to and following the Turkish invasion of 1974, the apparent moves towards reunification, and the growing importance of the EU both for Cyprus (which joined in May 2004) and for Turkey. The book will be an essential reference tool for all those interested in Cyprus and the emerging politics of the Eastern Mediterranean.
Hardcover 256 pages (May 27, 2005); Publisher: I.B. Tauris

 Cyprus Museum in Nicosia
In addition to a wealth of outdoor sites, many artifacts are attractively displayed in museums, such as The Cyprus Museum, in Nicosia — itself one of the oldest cities in the world. There you can see domestic objects dating almost from the dawn of time, including stone vessels and pottery, and evidence of the islands warlike past — fine examples of weaponry and hunting paraphernalia.

Music, Culture & Entertainment

Cyprus changed hands numerous times prior to the Medieval era, and was an important outpost of Christianity and European civilization during the Crusades. The tumultuous history introduced a variety of styles, including music from Armenia, France, Greece and Arabs. The island's peak as a cultural capital of Europe occurred from 1359 to 1432.
During that peak, Pierre I de Lusignan made a three year tour of Europe, bringing with him an entourage of musicians that so impressed Charles V in Rheims that he donated 80 francs in gold to them. On his return to Cyprus, Pierre I brought with him the French Ars Nova and, later, the Ars Subtilior. French musicians became well established in Cyprus, and the city of Nicosia became a capital of the Ars Subtilior style. See for more Wikipedia

Web Portals / Cyprus Search Engines / Cypriot Directories

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