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CYPRUSPUBLISHING DATE: 2012-08-02 | COUNTRY CODE: CYContents: The Island, Do & See, Beach Life, Eating, Cafes, Bars & Nightlife,Events, Shopping, Sleeping, Spa & Fitness, Essential Information, Maps

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Sea-bathing and caressing sunshine. It is easy to understand that Greeces goddess of love Aphrodite was born from the waves on Cyprus beaches. Themythology, language, traditions and lifestyle are Greek, but dolmades andsheep cheese salad compete. Cypriot customs oer delicious dishes such asmez and halloumi cheese. Enjoy a vibrant mix of east and west and take theentertainment pulse of the island of passion!

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THE ISLAND

With 300 days of sunshine a year, Cyprus is a hot tourist destination, and the islands history is equallyhot. Cyprus got its name 3,500 years ago when valuablecopperkyproswas found and this attracted hordesof Greeks and made the island into a symbol of power.Ten dierent peoples have ruled the island over 27centuries. When Turkey invaded the most fertile partin 1974, the island was divided into two. The GreekCypriots, 80 per cent of the population, are in thesouth, and the Turkish Cypriots are in the northillegally occupied area by the Turks.Few countries live their history with such passion. From the golden beaches with their spectacularwatersports, through citrus trees, pines and the dizzyTroodos mountains, to the delightful areas, Cyprus is acolourful adventure. See Nicosia, the city divided by awall, discover the food and culture and participate inthe pulsating nightlife.DO & SEE

Cyprus, Europes Eastern Mediterranean isle, lies at thecrossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa. In addition to itsprivileged geographical position, Cyprus is a countrystrong in tradition and rich in culture.

The Royal Artemis Medical CenterThe Royal Artemis MedicalCenter is English and multilanguage speaking privatehospital in town and is locatedin a quiet residential area witheasy access to the main tourist

zone of Pafos. It oers 54 well-appointed and fully equipped rooms, complying with the standards of arst class clinic and quality hotel. A team of doctors isavailable 24 hours for home visits and emergencies.Address: Pavlou Crineou Str.Phone: +357 2696 1600Internet: www.hemodialysiscenter.com

Nicosia (Lefkosia)Lefkosia (Nicosia), the islandscapital, combines both old andnew in a busy moderncommercial and business centreand a centuries-old culture. Thecentre of the city is its old

quarter surrounded by a Venetian sandstone fortress wall with a moat and heart-shapedbastions.Mosques and palm trees give an oriental atmosphere to the old city. Wander round narrow streets withoverhanging balconies and the beautifully restoredpedestrian precinct with craft shops, cafes andtavernas. Make sure you stop o at St Johns cathedralwith its frescoes and the marvellous museum ofByzantine icons. In the evening catch a concert in themoat or an exhibition at the Famagusta Gate, one ofthe three original entrances into the old city, whichhas now been restored and is used as a cultural centre.The new town spreads beyond the walls with a modernEuropeanised centre of high-rise buildings, oceblocks, shops and pavement cafes, expanding intosuburban residential areas. Lefkosia oers the best inshopping and Stassicratous Street is the place for theultimate shopping experience.Of the citys main sights, the Cyprus Museum houses the best collection of archaeological artefacts on theisland, including a rst century AD Roman statuette of

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Aphrodite of Soli and the original mosaic of Leda andthe Swan, while the Leventis museum depicts thehistory of the town.Address: Nicosia

PaphosPafos is located on thesouthwest coast of the islandand is sheltered from the northby the Troodos mountains. Ithas a temperate climate, one ofthe healthiest in the

Mediterranean.Bask in sunshine all year round and feel the warmth of a welcoming people. Splash about in the sparklingwarm waters of the Mediterranean in the summermarvel at the splendours of nature as the elds arecarpeted in wild owers in the spring explore anabundance of ancient sites in perfect temperatures inthe autumn and in the mild winter keep t with around or two of golf or an invigorating game of tennis.Beautiful countryside, a cosmopolitan resort, historic sights as well as sporting activities, the Pafos(Paphos)region has something for everyone at any time of year.Pafos, with its pleasant harbour and medieval fort, combines a cosmopolitan holiday resort, spectacularcountryside including the unspoilt natural park ofAkamas peninsula and historical sites. The regionoers the possibility of enjoying both sea andmountains, as well as getting a taste of the islandsculture with its many archaeological and historicalsites.Feel the romance in the air in the place where Aphroditi, the ancient Greek goddess of love andbeauty, once roamed. Swim in the sea by the rocksknown as Petra tou Romiou, where she was believed tohave risen from the waves, make a pilgrimage to hersanctuary at Kouklia, or visit the grotto near Poliswhere she was supposed to have bathed. The Pafosregion is the perfect place to celebrate a wedding orvisit for your honeymoon.Whatever you desire - activity, tranquillity, good food,

ne wine, spas, nature, walking, golf, culture, nature,birdwatching - the Pafos region oers it all.Address: Paphos

TroodosTake a trip into the mountainsto discover an alternate view ofthe island. Rising to almost2,000 metres above sea level,the Troodos peaks providepanoramic scenes to all corners

of the island, a cool retreat from the heat of the coast and popular for taking in the healthy mountain air andenjoying nature in all its majesty.Charming villages, some with cobbled streets and preserved folk architecture, nestle on terraced slopesamongst the pines or amid vineyards and orchards.Wander through the village roads in the Solea Valley, known as the apple valley and Marathasa, known asvalley with cherry trees. Those areas are renownedfor their traditional architecture and their Byzantinechurches and monasteries. Explore the traditionalcharacter of the villages of Pitsilia area, thepicturesque of the area, the interesting churches andthe hospitality of their inhabitants and also the WineVillages (Krasochoria), renowned for their vineyardsand wine. A number of small wineries welcome visitorson wine tasting tours.Burbling mountain streams and nightingales songs areoften the only sounds to ll the air in a region thatpoets have waxed lyrical over. The Troodos mountainsare where the painted churches of Cyprus can befound, superb examples of Byzantine art, ten of whichhave been put on UNESCOs World Heritage List.Theres much you can do from mountain biking, to playing tennis, angling in one of the dams, or evenskiing in winter. A series of nature trails will take youthrough areas of exceptional beauty among scentedpines, running streams and the occasional waterfall,stopping at a shady picnic site. Some of these form partof the European path E4, an international network oflong-distance walking routes crossing the whole of



Europe.Known scientically as the Troodos ophiolite complex, the area was created about 80 million years ago androse from the sea about 20 million years ago to createthe island. It is one of the most widely studiedgeological formations in the world and has shed muchlight on the birth of the earths crust.The specic climatic conditions created by the high altitudes and the peculiar geological substratum mayhave contributed to the unique ora found on Troodoswith nearly 800 dierent plant species, 72 endemics, 12of which found nowhere else in the world.Occasionally, if one is lucky, one may spot a Cyprusmouon, a kind of wild sheep peculiar to the island,which roams free in the extensive forests and has beenused as the symbol for the islands national carrier.Birdwatchers may spot the rare and protected eaglesor the colourful hoopoe with pink body, black andwhite crest and a call which can be heard from milesaround.Address: Troodos

LarnacaThis is where East meets West,one of the oldest continuouslyinhabited cities of the world anda fascinating blend of the manycivilisations that shaped itshistory. The quiet sea front city

of Larnaka, situated on the southeast coast of Cyprus, very near the islands main international airport, is aperfect starting point from which to explore Cyprusand especially the region with its endless possibilitiesclose by. Villages oering agrotourism, beautifulbeaches, sports and recreation options, cultural events,religious tourism and authentic Cyprus taverns arejust some of the choices in and around town. Welcometo Larnaka, the gateway to Cyprus!See the Old Town in Larnaca and enjoy the sun and sea on the seafront in the centre. Here, and above all in thetown of Ayia Napa 20 km away, there are many clubs,lounges and bars. The ruins of Kition, founded byNoaks grandchild Khittim, and the 17th-century fort

are worth seeing. After Mecca and Medina, the Tekkemosque, built in honour of the prophet Mohammedsrelative, Umm Harram, is one of the Moslems mostimportant destinations for pilgrims. Most fascinating isChoirokoitia, a settlement from the earliest period ofthe Stone Age 6800 BC.Address: Larnaca

Ayia NapaOnce sleepy shing villages,Agia Napa on the south-eastcoast with its fabulous beachesof ne white sand, and Protaras,the coastal area of Paralimni, inthe east with its hundreds of

windmills, nowadays buzz with life. Spend the day sunning yourself on the beach, swimming in the warm turquoise waters or taking ashort cruise along the coast. Some of the bestsnorkelling and diving can be had o Cape Gkreko, theeastern peninsula national forest park, with itssecluded coves and rocky outcrops, impressive cli topviews and sea caves. In the evening dine at one of themany restaurants, especially one of the local ones inParalimni, or jive to the latest sounds at one ofnumerous nightclubs.This area is known collectively as the Kokkinochoria,red soil villages, because of the rich red earth inwhich Cyprus famous potatoes are grown. Culturelovers can explore the medieval churches found invillages like Sotira or go round the folk art museumsdisplaying rural artefacts in Deryneia and Avgorou.Children will love the Marine Life museum or the newSea Museum, Thalassa, in Agia Napa, which has anamazing replica of a 4th century trading ship whichsunk o the coast of Kyrenia. Or you could stop o atthe tiny estuary known by the locals as Potamos andwatch the shing boats haul in their catch in theirmulticoloured baskets.Address: Ayia Napa



LimassolLocated in the southern coast ofthe island, Limassol isgeographically the largest cityin Cyprus and the secondlargest in population afterNicosia. Its central position

oers easy access to all major cities as well as Troodos Mountains within a 35 to 45 minute-drive. It is alsoconveniently situated only 35 minutes away from bothLarnaca and Paphos airports.It is a fascinating area with a diversied character which caters to a variety of tastes and preferences: Asunlovers haven with its 16 kilometers of sandybeaches, this cosmopolitan destination also boasts highquality accommodation options, countless activitiesand a wide array of vibrant events and festivalsthroughout the year. In the midst of its lively nightlifeand entertainment, one can still appreciate thecultural aspect with visits to archaeological sites andcolourful wine villages.Address: Limassol

BEACH LIFE

Fine, white sand and clear waterit is lovely to bathe in Cyprus.. There are 52 blue ag beaches (beachesmeeting high environmental standards) in Cyprus.With a wealth of beaches to choose from, youre boundto nd one that suits your taste. From the quietbackwaters of the western peninsula, to the livelyresorts in the east, the island has something foreveryone.The eastern coast is famous for its ne white sandy beaches with shallow turquoise waters. Deep waterbays with rocky outcrops are perfect for snorkelling or

diving. The long nely packed grey sand of thesouthern coast lend themselves to long winter walks orjogging, while the secluded coves of the western coastbeckon when you want to be alone.EATING

With emphasis on fresh local ingredients, a pungent mix of herbs and spices and a light spattering of oliveoil, Cypriot food is essentially Mediterranean, similarto that of Greece and with a hint of the Middle East andAsia Minor.Both poets and travellers past have praised the avours of the island. In present times doctors andhealth specialists have added their voices in extollingthe virtues of the Mediterranean diet. The grains andpulses, sun-ripened fresh fruit and vegetables,high-protein sh, lean meat and poultry, olive oil andwine are both a healthy option as well as an irresistibletemptationA cornucopia of restaurants, taverns and cafes, many with outdoor seating in beautiful settings, form aculinary extravaganza with tastes of local andinternational cuisines.Palm GroveWhat a moussaka! Palm Grove is also a good place to try local Cypriot dishes such as kleftiko and stiado.Address: Intercoral Shopping Center, PaphosPhone: +357 26 62 17 05More Info: On the corner of Hippopotamus

Abu FaysalThis is where the best Lebanese food is served. Many dierent dishes including vegetarian, sh and meat.Address: 31 Klimentos Street, NicosiaPhone: +357 22 76 03 53



Mavri HelonaEveryone who likes live music with their meal should come to Marvi Helona, which is near the church ofAgios Lazarus. Here you can mix with Larnacaresidents and local musicians and eat good andinexpensive food.Address: Mehmet Ali 11, Larnaca

MarkosThis excellent Cypriot is in fun-loving Ayia Napa, and is also one of the places oldest restaurants. Markos hasspecialised in local fresh sh, but also oers steak,pizza, pasta, sliced potatoes and open sandwiches.Address: Makarios Avenue 44, Ayia Napas harbourPhone: +357 23 72 18 77Internet: www.markosshrestaurant.com

CAFES

Cafes can be found in the old part of towns, on the beach or even in villages. Relax and experience aunique atmosphere everywhere you go. The attentionto detail and the passion to provide each customerwith a positive experience caf owners and personnelmake every eort to make your experience amemorable one!Bastione CafA delightful, old-fashioned caf (and piano bar) with many kinds of coee in central Nicosia.Address: 6 Athenas Avenue, Nicosia

Eiffel CafA small Paris caf among all the bars and restaurants inLimassol.Address: 239 A, Makarios Avenue, Limassol

Bliss Juice BarAn imaginative assortment of fresh fruit smoothies, local ice creams, frozen yoghurt and of course coee,frappuccino, sandwiches and so on makes it dicult tochoose. The interior is colorful and the atmospheresoothing.Address: Athina Court 1, Posidonos Avenue, Kato Paphos, PaphosPhone: +357 26 91 03 31

BlueBerry CafCan you imagine a better way to spend your sunny vacation than to sit down at a fantastic caf right bythe beach, enjoy a coee or lunch and simply bespoiled? This would be the place to fulll that dream!Address: 87 Amathuntos Avenue, Ayios Tychonas, Lemesos (Limassol) 4532Phone: +357 25 635 777

BARS & NIGHTLIFE

Cyprus nightlife is a frenetic mix of walking and talking, eating and drinking, and dancing and laughingthat doesnt slow down until the sun comes up. hebustling nightlife with its clubs, bars, and discothqueselevate the spirit.The Castle ClubGarage and house music in the centre of Ayia Napas club district. With capacity for 2000 people, The CastleClub is a small world of its own.Address: Louca Louca 20, Ayia Napa, CyprusInternet: www.thecastleclub.com

FactoryThe hippest music club in Nicosia stays open until 04.00 and is in the centre of the capital.Address: 2 Michael Paridi St., Nicosia



Cleos Cocktail Disco BarHigh-class and service. People return again and again thanks to the exceptionally good drinks and great clubmusic. Cleos is a disco bar with late opening in thevicinity of Paphos.Address: Georgia Court, Coral Bay, Paphos

Topaz ClubHerein a subterranean palace of entertainmentpeople dance to all kinds of music in avast crowd. Bubbly is something extra. Open from22.00 until the early hours.Address: Athinon Ave, Larnaca

EVENTS

All over the island well known events and festivals are creating a vibrant, colourful atmosphere throughoutthe year. One of the briggtest events is the Carnivalusually taking place in February/March in all towns ,the Flower Festival every may celebrates the beauty ofspring with a oral exhibition boasting the richvariety of Cyprus authentic wild ora.Throughout the year, Music, Dance and Theatre Festivals, operas, ancient drama and modern balletenrich Cyprus cultural calendar. Nevertheless athleticevents, such as Regatta, mountain biking and cyclingraces, the Cyprus Rally, international Open Marathon,beach volleys and sporting events with competitions inboxing, karate, triathlon, marathon, shooting,rhythmic gymnastics and cycling are just a few of theannual athletic events that take place in every cornerof Cyprus.See whats happening in Cyprus - Find Cyprus events including local, cultural, music, sports and social

events.AugustAugust 1-8"Lemesos International Documentary Festival"Venue: 2nd Municipal Market (Theatro Ena) LimassolTime:4pm-7pm Organizer: Brave New Culture and the Cyprus Broadcasting Corporationwww.lmfestival.com.cyWednesday 1Month long exhibition Organizer: Photograph association of Famagusta Venue: Thalassa museumwww.pieridesfoundation.com.cyFriday & Sat 3-4Jazz Festival13th Paradise Jazz FestivalVenue: Paradise Place, Pomos, Pafos Time: 21:00Organizer: Paradise Place Tel: +357 26342537www.paradiseplaceproductions.comSaturday 4Fengaros Music Festival 2012Venue: Lofou Elementary School Lofou, Limassol Time: Starts at 16:00Organizer: Louvana Records Tel: 70007610 Sunday 5MarathonGeroskipou MarathonStarting point Geroskipou SquareTime: 9:30 a.m. Length: 3.5 klm Organizer: Geroskipou Municipality Tel: +357 26960818www.geroskipou-municipality.comFriday & Saturday 10-11 SummerLand Festival 2012Finikoudes Promenade Athinon Av LarnacaVenue:MAD CY & Deejay Radio Proudly Presents



Time: 16:00 - 04:00Phone: 25314900Friday & Saturday 24- 253rd Ayia Napa Youth FestivalVenue: Ayia Napa Municipal StadiumTime: Starts at 17:00 Phone: 23816307www.agianapa.org.cyAugust 30-September 9 Wine Festival Venue: Municipal Gardens LimassolTime: 12daysTel: 25745919www.limassolmunicipal.com.cySeptemberSeptember 1 30Musical SundaysEvery Sunday of the monthConcerts by music ensembles and Cypriot traditional dancesTime: 11:00 a.m.Venue: Entrance to the Archaeological Park, Kato PafosOrganizer: Cyprus Tourism OrganizationTel: +357 26932841www.visitcyprus.comFriday 7,8,9OperaOTELLO by Giuseppe VerdiVenue: Castle Square, Kato PafosTime: 20:00 Organizer: Pafos Aphrodite Festival Cyprus Tel: +357 26822218www.pafc.com.cySunday 2Jazz,Latin and modern dancesVenue: Thalassa Museum, Ayia NapaOrganizer: Rythmos Cultural associationTime: 9pmwww.pieridesfoundation.com.cyFriday 14,19, 21Local Celebrations

Hierokipia celebrations Venue: Geroskipou SquareTime: Not Finalised YetOrganizer: Municipality of GeroskipouTel: +357 26960818www.geroskipou-municipality.comFriday 28World Tourism Day CelebrationA Dedication to the Geroskipou Loukoumi(Local delight, produced only in Geroskipou)Venue: Geroskipou SquareTime: Not Finalised YetOrganizer: Municipality of GeroskipouTel: +357 26960818www.geroskipou-municipality.comFriday 28Ayia Napa International FestivalVenue: Sepheris Square Venetian-style Ay Napa MonasteryTime:19.00 www.agianapa.org.cyOctoberMonday 1Cyprus Independence DayVenue: NicosiaMilitary parade in Nicosiawww.nicosia.org.cy1 30 OctoberMusical Sundays Every Sunday of the monthConcerts by music ensembles and Cypriot traditional dancesTime: 11:00 a.m.Venue: Entrance to the Archaeological Park, Kato PafosOrganizer: Cyprus Tourism OrganizationTel: +357 26932841www.visitcyprus.comLemesia International sporting eventsVenue: LimassolTime: 12 daysOrganizer: Municipality of LimassolTel: 25884300



www.limassolmunicipal.com.cyOctober 13 -197th Annual Ayia Napa Medieval FestivalVenue: Ay Napa MonasteryTime 8pmwww.agianapa.org.cyOctober 15-19Fairytales and ScienceVenue: Evagoras Lanitis Centre(Bereggaria room)Organizer: Limassol Tourism Board www.limassolmunicipal.com.cyFriday 26 ConcertFrench Music ConcertVenue: Markidio Theatre Time: 20:30 Organizer: Pafos MunicipalityTel: +357 26822854www.pafos.org.cySat 27 & Sun 28CelebrationsNational Celebrations of the 28th October 1940Venue: Pafos Town hallTime: Not Finalized YetOrganizer: Pafos MunicipalityTel: +357 26822854www.pafos.org.cyNovemberNovember 1 30Musical Sundays Every Sunday of the monthConcerts by music ensembles and Cypriot traditional dancesTime: 11:00 a.m.Venue: Entrance to the Archaeological Park, Kato PafosOrganizer: Cyprus Tourism OrganizationTel: +357 26932841www.visitcyprus.comRainbow Festival:Anti Racism multicultural festival Venue: Elftheria Square Park Nicosia/ Molos Waterfront Limassol

Organizer: KISALarnaca Amateurs Artistic CreationVenue: Larnaca Municipal Theater Tel : 24657745www.larnaca.com European Cultural WinterVenue: Larnaca Municipal Theater Organizer: Larnaca MunicipalityTel: 24657745www.larnaca.comDecemberDecember 1 - 30Musical Sundays Every Sunday of the monthConcerts by music ensembles and Cypriot traditional dancesTime: 11:00 a.m.Venue: Entrance to the Archaeological Park, Kato PafosOrganizer: Cyprus Tourism OrganizationTel: +357 26932841www.visitcyprus.comFriday 7Beginning of the Christmas CelebrationsLight Up of Christmas decoration. Venue: Pafos Town hallTime: Not Finalised YetOrganizer: Pafos MunicipalityTel: +357 26822854www.pafos.org.cySaturday 22ConcertCarols by the Cyprus Police BandVenue: Pafos Town hallTime: Not Finalised YetOrganizer: Pafos MunicipalityTel: +357 26822854www.pafos.org.cySunday 23Christmas CelebrationsA yearly Christmas show Christmas Sunday Venue: Pafos Town hall



Time: Not Finalised YetOrganizer: Pafos MunicipalityTel: +357 26822854www.pafos.org.cyMonday 31New Years Eve celebrationConcerts, Fireworks, etc.Venue: Pafos Town hall Time: 22.00-01.00 Organizer: Pafos MunicipalityTel: +357 26822854www.pafos.org.cySHOPPING

Go for handicraft such as lace and ceramics if you wantto shop in Cyprus. Naturally, you can buy from shopsand markets in the towns, but anyone who visits to thevillages, where much of Cyprus handicrafts are made,also has the chance to familiarise themselves withCyprus original handicraft cultureand with villagerswho are happy to show their work. In many villages,and in the islands cultural areas, handiwork is alsosold at better prices than in the towns. Other itemswhich can be worth going for are spectacles, shoes,leather, suitcases and gold, which are cheaper than inmost European cities.In tourist resorts such as Ayia Napa, the shops stay open all day during the week, but in towns such asNicosia and Larnacawhich oer a wide range ofshoppingthe shops close in the middle of the day.InLarnaca, the shopping street is along the beachpromenade Beachfront. In Paphos, the shops are inKato Paphos.

SLEEPING

Cyprus provides A wide selection of accommodation ranging from luxury beachside hotels with everyamenity, such as health spas, conference centres, freshand salt-water pools and exotic gardens, to a variety ofholiday villages, private villas, traditional houses andhotel apartments for the budget-conscious.Hotels operate all year round and whatever the preference, Cyprus with its friendly service andwelcoming atmosphere is the ideal quality destinationouttted to suit all needs.The Hilton CyprusLocated within easy reach of Nicosias city center, the historic Old City and the business district, the HiltonCyprus hotel is the ideal place to stay while visitingCyprus. Make the most of the Mediterranean climate asyou cool o in the large outdoor pool or relax in thesun on your private balcony. The Nicosia, Cyprushotels wide choice of leisure facilities, which include afully equipped tness center, squash courts and tenniscourts will ensure that you can stay in shape duringyour visit. The hotels two bars and restaurants oerconvenience, choice and the chance to indulge in avariety of settings. Stay connected to family, friendsand colleagues with the hotels business center andhigh-speed internet access while function spaces makethe Hilton Cyprus an ideal choice as the venue formeetings, conferences and weddings in Nicosia.Address: Archbishop Makarios III Avenue, NicosiaPhone: +357 22 37 77 77Internet: www.hilton.com

Asterias Beach HotelThis beautiful hotel is in the famous and eulogised Makronissos Bay in Ayia Napa, with its own pool nextto the beach and close to watersports, restaurants,



bars, shops and banks.Address: Nissi Avenue, Ayia Napa, FamagustaPhone: +357 23 72 19 01Internet: www.asteriashotels.com

Anthonys Garden HousePart of the Agrotourism network which promotes the "real Cyprus"- this charming Bed & Breakfast is a 150years old, traditional building dating back to theOttoman times. There are three large rooms withCypriot arches that once upon a time were used asstables for camels. The garden is a peaceful paradise,perfect for relaxation.Address: 23, Makarios St, Episkopi, Limassol 4620

SPA & FITNESS

Cyprus in more recent times, has emerged as one of the leading spa destinations in the Med oering adiverse choice of spas, including Day Spas , MineralSpring Spas, Thalassotherapy, Wellness &Recuperation. Whether the guest is looking for holisticwellness, boot camp motivation or pure unadulteratedpampering, the top class spa facilities satisfy all needs.Add to the Cypriot hospitality, Med cuisine, thecultural and historical sites, Cyprus becomes the spadestination to be emulated.



ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

AirportThere are two airports on the island. The largest, Larnaca, is ve kilometres from Larnaca and 50kilometres from the capital, Nicosia. Paphos Airport is15 kilometres from the town of Paphos. There arebuses and taxis to the nearest large towns just outsidethe Arrivals halls.Telephone: 77 77 88 33LARNAKA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTHead Oces of Hermes Airports -Telephone: +357 24 816400Email: [email protected]: [email protected]: Larnaka International Airport PO Box 43027P.C. 6650Larnaka, Republic of Cyprus PAFOS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT-Administration Oces of Hermes Airports- Telephone: +357 26 007002Fax: +357 26 007100Email: [email protected]: [email protected]: Pafos International AirportPO Box 62181P.C. 8061Pafos, Republic of CyprusPublic TransportThere are many dierent bus routes in Cyprus connecting both the airports with the towns and thetowns between the. Buses are also available form townto rural areas and there is one company on each town.

From Larnaca airport to Limassol and Vice Versa www.pameaerodromio.euFrom Larnaca airport to Nicosia and vice versa www.kapnosairportshuttle.comFrom Pafos airport to Pafos and Vice Versa www.pafosbuses.comFrom Pafos to other towns www.intercity-buses.comTaxiThis is a 24hours service provided in all towns. Taxis can be booked by phone or be hired on the street.Urban taxis are obligatory provided with taximetresand charging commences upon the entering of apassenger in the taxi. The transport of passengers byurban taxis without using the taximeter is notpermitted.PostOpening hours from 08.30 to 13.00 and 15.15 to 16.45except in May to August when the oce closesat 13.00. Banks are closed at weekends and on publicholidays, while Larnaca and Paphos airports have 24hour service.PharmacyThere are pharmacies all over the island. Each town has a 24 hour service pharmacy.Phone: +357 90901 41216

Tourist Information CentresTourist information Larnaca Information Oce International airport Larnaca 7130Tel: +357 24 008 368email: [email protected] www.visitcyprus.comwww.larnacaregion.comTourist Information Oce Larnaca Address: Plateia Vasileos Pavlou, Larnaca Tel: +357 24 65 43 22



email: [email protected] www.visitcyprus.comwww.larnacaregion.comPafos Information Oce-International airport Paphos 8320Tel: +357 26 007 368email: [email protected] www.visitcyprus.comwww.visitpafos.org.cyTourist Information Oce Paphos Address: Gladstonos 3, Paphos Tel: +357 26 93 28 41 email: [email protected],visitpafos.org.cyTourist Information Oce in Lemesos Address: Spyrou 115 A Tel.: +357 25362756 email: [email protected] www.visitcyprus.comwww.limassoltourism.comTourist Information Oce in Nicosia Address: Aristokyprou 11, Laiki Geitonia Tel.: +357 22674264 email: [email protected] code: +357ElectricityCyprus has triangular electric plugs and its 240 volts.Population892,400 (year 2009)Currency1 euro, = 100 centOpening hoursGeneral business hours are 9.00-13.00 and 16.0018.00.Internetwww.visitcyprus.comwww.cyprus.gov.cy www.visitpafos.org.cyNewspapers

Cyprus WeeklyCyprus MailEmergency numbers112Tourist informationTourist information Larnaca Information Office International airport Larnaca 7130Tel: +357 24 008 368email: [email protected] www.visitcyprus.comwww.larnacaregion.com



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Evrychou

EpifaniosKato FlasouPano FlasouLinouKatydata

Kalo Chorio

Kalo Chorio

Lefka

PeristerorariElla

Syrianochori

MasariArgaki

Katokopia

KaziveraNikitas

Neo Chorio

AsprogiaPano Panagia

LapithiouStatos-

Agios Fotios Koilineia

Galataria

Faleia

Agia Marina

Agia Marina

Agia Marina

AgiaMarina

AmergetiEledio

StavrokonnouNata

Choletria

Agios Theodoros

Agios Nikolaos

AgiosNikolaos

Milia

Peristerona

Prastio

Prastio

Kouklia

Vasa

Armenochhori

Foinikaria

Mouttagiara

AkrountaMathikoloni

FasoulaFasoula

Spitali

PalodeiaParamytha

Akrotiri

Asomatos

Asomatos

TserkezoiTrachoni

KolossiErimiEpiskopi

Kantou

Sotira

Souni-Zanakia

Pano KividesKato Kivides

Agios Amvrosios

Agios Therapon

Vouni

Pera Pedi

Kouka

Silikou

DorosAgiosGeorgios

AgiosGeorgios

Agios Mamas

Kapileio

Limnatis

Korfi

ApesiaApsiou

Gerasa

Pissouri

ParamaAvdimou

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Agios ThomasPlatanisteia

Alektora

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MaronasMousere

DoraPachne

TrachypedoulaKidasi

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Arsos

Potamisu

Omodos

Mandria

Mandria

Praiton

Filousa

Filousa

ArminouAgios Ioannis

Stroumpi

Koili Letymvou

PitargouKallepeia

TsadaTala

Empa

TemithousaMesogiMesa Chorio

ArmouEpiskopi

MarathountaKonia

Agia MarinoudaKoloni

Timi SouskiouNikokleia

AnaritaAgia Varvara

Marmonia

DyoPotamoiKalo Chorio

(Kapouti)

Kampyli

Kontemenos

Karpaseia

MyrtouDiorios

Agia Eirini

Kormakitis Vasileia

Akaki

Avlona

Astromeritis

Spilia

Kakopetria

Galata

SinaorpsKaliana

Choulou

Ypsonas

Orga

Livera

Panagra

Fyllia

Kyra

Potami Orounta

Vyzakia

Petra

Skouriotissa

Polemi

Axylou

Psathi

Mesana

Monagri

LaneiaLouvaras

Kampi

Kannavia

KatoZodeia

PanoZodeia

Korakou

Moniatis

TrimikliniKoilani

Tsakistra

Platanistasa

Agio Theodoroas

Acheleia

Pentageia

Kyperounta

AmiantosMamountali

KaminariaDymes

Mediterranean Sea

Mediterranean Sea

Morfou Bay

Chrysochou Bay

Episkopi Bay

Akrotiri Bay

SaltLake

Cape Arnaoutis

Akamas

Tilliria

Marathasa

Solea

Troodos

Stavros touAgiasmati

Panagiatou Araka

PafosInternational

Airport

Loutra tisAfroditis

Panagia

Palaipafos

Petra touRomiou

Marion

AgiosGeorgios

Maa

Kykkos

Archangelos

Agios IoannisLampadistis

Panagiatis Podythou

Agios Nikolaostis Stegis

TimiosStavros

Soloi

Vouni

Metamorfosistou Sotiros

Kolossi

Sanctuary ofApollon Ylatis

Kourion

20 km0

A3

A2

A2

A5

A1

A1

A1

B17

B5

B4

B9

B9

B8

B10

B3B3

B2

B2

B1

B1

B1

B1

104

905

109

103

304

304

106

106

929

928

107

107

112

105

901

904

907 906

906

932

110

110

128

903

903

903

208

305

Lefkosia(Nicosia)

Larnaka

Lemesos(Limassol)

Keryneia

Lysi

Dali

Athienou

Akanthou

Morfou

Kythrea

Lefkonoiko

Aradippou

Pano Lefkara

MesaGeitonia

Lapithos

Karavas

Mora

Afanteia Askeia

Analiontas

Agia AnnaPsevdas

Vouno

AnageiaAgiosIoannis

Psimolofou

Mari

Gourri

Deneia

Delikipos

Lythrodontas

Margi

Kampla

Sia

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Kochi

Amadi

Agirda PanoDikomo

GypsouPsyllatos

Knodara

Akaki

MenikoOrounta

AgioiTrimithias

Kapades

Akrounta

Foinikaria

Gerasa

Louvaras

AgiaVarvara

Margo ArsosTremetousia

Melouseia

Petrofani

Avdellero

Achna

Kouklia

Kontea

Aloda

Sygkrasi

MelountaAgiosAmyrosiosKarakoumi

Panagra

Orga

Diorios

AgiosErmolaos

AstromeritisSinta

Lympia

Louroukina

Agia ElriniKannavia

Polystypos

LavadiaAlithinou

Platanistasa

AlonaFterikoudi

AskasPalaichori

Fikardou

Lazanias

Apliki

KampiFarmakas

Agndia

Dymes AgrosPotamitissa

KatoMylos Agios

Ionnis

Agio Theodoroas

AgiosPavlos Agios

Konstantinos

EptagoneiaArakapas

Dierona

AgiosGerorgiosKafkaliou

Xyliatos

Kato MoniAgioi

Iliofotoi

Mitsero

Agrokipia

AgiosApifanios

Klirou

Malounta

Arediou

Kato Koutrafas

Pano Koutrafas

Potami

VyzakiaNikitari

KaloChorio

Kalo Chorio

Kalo Chorio

Kyra

FylliaMasari

ArgakiKatokopia

KatoZodeia PanoZodeia

Agios Epiktitos

ChrysidaNeo Chorio

Voni

Beikioi

Epicho

Palaikythro

Exo Metochi

KourouMonastiri

Petra tou Digeni

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Kornokipos

Kiados

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CharkeiaTrapeza

Agia Marina

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Livadia

AgiosTheodoros

AgiosAndronikos

Ardana

Perivolia

Trikomo

ArtemiAgios

Nikolaos

Platani

Mandres

Mandres

Agios Iakovos

Lapathos

Flamoudi

Milia

PigiPeristerona

Peristerona

Maratha

Santalaris

Pyrga

Pyrga

Prastio

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Stylloi

Vatili

Kalopsida

Makrasyka

Acheritou

Avgorou

Kellia

Veroklini

Pyla

Pergamos

Xylotymvou

OrmideiaXylofegou

Skarinou Kofinou

Choirokoitia

Tochni

PsermatismenosMaroni

Zygi

AlaminosMozotos

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MenogeiaAnglisides

Alehriko

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Meneou

KitiSoftades

Vavatsinia

AgioiVavatsinias

Ora

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ViklaKlonari

Kellaki

Sanida Vasa

Asgata

Odou

Melini

LageiaVavla Kato Drys

Kato Lefkara

PentakomoMonagroulli

MoniPyrgos

Parekklisia

Agios Tychon

Armenochhori

Mouttagiara

MathikoloniFasoulaSpitali

PalodeiaParamytha

Asomatos

Tserkezoi

Trachoni

AgiosGeorgios

ApesiaApsiou

Marathovounos

Mousoulita

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Tymvou

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Nisou

Potamia

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Geri

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Lakatameia

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Mia Milia

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Karmi

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DyoPotamoiKalo Chorio

(Kapouti)

Sysklipos

Agridaki

LarnakasLapithou

Kampyli

Kontemenos

Karpaseia

Myrtou

Kormakitis Vasileia MotidesElia

FterichaPalaiosofos

Palaiometocho

Kokkinotrimithia

Mammari

Avlona

Kato Deftera

TeseriPano Deftera

Ergates

EpiskopeioPeraPolitiko

Katsiatis

Kataliontas

Mathiatis

Chorio

Alampra

Mosfiloti

Klavdia

Troulloi

Mediterranean Sea

Mediterranean Sea

Akrotiri Bay

LarnakaBay

SaltLake

CYPRUS

Voufavento

Choirokoitia

Kition

Stavros touAgiasmati

Panagiatou Araka

NicosiaInternational

Airport

Egkomi

Metamorfosistou Sotiros

Chytroi

AgiosIlarion

Abbey

Lampousa

Tamassos

ChapelleRoyal

Idalion

Golgoi

LarnakaInternational

Airport

Tenta

Amathous

20 km0

A3

B3

B3 306

305

305

304

304

304

322

Ammochostos(Famagusta)

Paralimni

Deryneia

Lefkonoiko

AyiaNapa

Akanthou Vokolida

Tavrou

Aigialousa

Platanissos

Koilanemos

Eptakomi

Komi

Livadia

Monarga

SygkrasiPerivolia

Sotira

Achna

Aloda

Gastria

Amadi

Rizokarpaso

MelanargaGalinopomi

Koroveia

Agios Symeon

AgiosEfstathios

AgiosTheodoros

GalateiaKoma tou Gialou

AgiosAndronikos

AgiosAndronikos

VothylakasLythragkomi

VasiliLeonarisso Neta

Davlos

Krideia

Patriki

Avgolida

Bogazi

Argios Illias

Ovgoros

GeraniArdana

Trikomo

Platani

Mandres

Agios Iakovos

Lapathos

Flamoudi

Milia

Gypsou

Pigi

PeristeronaMaratha

Santalaris

Pyrga

PrastioGaidouras

Stylloi

Kouklia

Kalopsida

Makrasyka

Acheritou

Frenaros

Liopetn

Avgorou

Xylotymvou

OrmideiaXylofegou

Mediterranean Sea

Mediterranean Sea

AmmochostosBay

LarnakaBay

Cape ApostolosAndreas

Karpa

sia

Egkomi

Salamis

NeolithicSettlement

20 km0

THE ISLANDDO & SEEThe Royal Artemis Medical CenterNicosia (Lefkosia)PaphosTroodosLarnacaAyia NapaLimassol

BEACH LIFEEATINGPalm GroveAbu FaysalMavri HelonaMarkos

CAFESBastione CafEiffel CafBliss Juice BarBlueBerry Caf

BARS & NIGHTLIFEThe Castle ClubFactoryCleos Cocktail Disco BarTopaz Club

EVENTSAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember

SHOPPINGSLEEPINGThe Hilton CyprusAsterias Beach HotelAnthonys Garden House

SPA & FITNESSESSENTIAL INFORMATIONAirportPublic TransportTaxiPostPharmacyTourist Information CentresTelephoneElectricity

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