The capital of Cyprus ..

Nicosia lies roughly at the centre of the island, with a rich history that can be traced back to the Bronze Age. It only became Capital of the island in the 11th century AD. The Lusignans turned it into a magnificent city with a Royal Palace and over fifty churches.

Nicosia today, blends its historic past brilliantly with the bustle of a modern city. The heart of the city, enclosed by 16th century Venetian walls, is dotted with museums, ancient churches and medieval buildings preserving the nostalgic atmosphere of years past. Yet this old heart is split in two, leaving Nicosia the only capital city in the world to remain divided by force. The new Nicosia developed outside the walls became a contemporary, business and cultural centre. Just a few miles away are enchanting places of interest such as Byzantine churches and monasteries, archaeological sites and charming villages.

Without a doubt, Nicosia the 1000-year-old capital of Cyprus should be on every visitor's agenda. It lies roughly in the centre of the island; within easy reach of the other towns and a day in Nicosia will be a day well spent.
 

Sightseeing:

The old walled city of Nicosia is unique and definitely the place to head for first. Encircled by strong fortress walls built by the Venetians in the 16th century, the enchanting old city is scattered with buildings and monuments of historical interest as well as little shops, cafes and tavernas.

The 'Levention' Municipal Museum, with an imaginative presentation of the capital's history, was awarded the title "1991 European Museum of the Year".

To walk through the old city is to step backwards in time. Narrow streets and old houses with ornate balconies jut from weather beaten sandstone walls, smell of jasmine flowers in those long summer evenings, and craftsmen in small workshops practice trades unchanged for centuries.

'Laiki Yitonia' - Folk Neighbourhood - is a pedestrian section, which has been carefully renovated to evoke the atmosphere of past days. The two main streets of old Nicosia, Ledra and Onasagorou, are lined with shops of every type, and both streets are pedestrian - only.

Not to be missed is the unique Cyprus Archaeological Museum, housing island's most important collection of Cypriot antiquities and treasures from the Neolithic Age to the Roman Period.

In contrast to these ancient finds is the State Collection of Contemporary Art, and on the other side of town, just off the main Limassol road, is the Cyprus Handicraft Centre.

Another award winner is the city's renovated 'Pyli Ammochostou' - Famagusta Gate - one of the original entrances to the old city, which won the Europa Nostra award for its restoration. Many old churches are to be found in this part of town, and other places of interest are the Folk Art and Byzantine Museums, the Archbishop's palace, the Cathedral of Ayios Ioannis with its beautiful frescoes, the National Struggle Museum and the intriguing house of Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios - a fine example of l8th century architecture - which houses the Ethnological Museum.

Accommodation:

There's a number of good hotels in Nicosia, here's a few of them.

Category	Hotel Name	Telephone
*****	Hilton International	22377777
****	Hilton Park Nicosia	22356666
****	Holiday Inn Nicosia City Centre	22712712
****	Cleopatra	22671000
***	Castelli	22712812
	Almond Business Suites	22879131

 

Dinning:

Nicosia has a great range of restaurants, for all the tastes.

Here we concentrate on recommending some of our favourite and finest local tavernas, where you can enjoy a good meze in traditional surroundings.

Plaka: This is probably the best and finest tasting cypriot meze in Nicosia. Situated in a small town square surrounded with trees and mediterranean scents, in the heart of the old village of Engkomi, which is now long merged into Nicosia. A must try! Tel.: 22352898.

To steki tis Loxandras: Right in the heart of Nicosia, within the Venetian walls. Traditional greek meze at it's best. Tel.: 22675757.

Taverna Eirinia: A traditional cypriot meze place, that's been visited by many famous people, both from Cyprus and from abroad, as witnessed by the photographs hanging around the walls of the tavern. Situated in the heart of the old village of Strovolos, which is also long merged with Nicosia and is today the largest municipality of Nicosia. Tel.: 22422860.

To steki tis Chrysaliniotissas: Within the walls and near Famagusta Gate. Fine Cypriot meze, with tables arranged on the pavements of the street, reviving that feeling of the old days of Nicosia. Tel.: 22430772.

To steki tou Kosti: In the heart of the old village of Aglantzia, today part of Nicosia. Serving cypriot kebab at it's best. Tables out in the street with a feeling of being in a village far from modern life. Tel.: 22330059.

To Kontosouvli: A greek style grill house with the finest selection of kebab and grill. Tel.: 22754959.

Coffee:

There's so many places to choose from.

Here's some of our favourite.

Le Cafe: One of the most popular cafeterias in Nicosia. Fine food/coffee and good service. Near the centre of Nicosia on Makarios Avenue, the busiest shopping avenue of Nicosia. Tel.: 22755151.

Da Capo: Another popular cafeteria. Trendy people, dynamic atmosphere, where you can enjoy a drink or snack and have a break while shopping on Makarios Avenue. Tel.: 22447427.

Flo Cafe, Ledras: Trendy and busy. In the heart of the walled Nicosia, right on the famous pedestrianised Ledras Street. Tel.: 22445766.

Octana: Traditional, cultural and busy. In the heart of the walled Nicosia, in a restored old mansion house, taking you back 2-3 centuries. Tel.: 22760099.

Coffee Beanery: The "new kid on the block". Trendy, fresh, comfortable, with chairs out on the the grass, in a relaxing atmosphere. In the Engkomi area in a newly built location.
 

Chillout:

Ithaki Venue: Near Famagusta Gate with resident DJ John T and a guaranteed fun night. Every Wednesday "funky music sessions", weekends top hits. Entrance for 21yo and above. Tel.: 22434193.

Bastione Cafe Piano Bar: Near Famagusta Gate, situated within the actual structure of the Venetian Walls of Nicosia. A trendy, cultural place, where you can relax to the music of the piano.
Tel.: 22433101.

Mukta Lounge Bar: A nice arabesque style place, where you can have a drink smoke a narjile and chillout to nice lounge music. Tel.: 22730830.

Marco Polo:  At the roof top of Holiday Inn with fantastic views of Nicosia from high above. Exotic nights at Marco Polo winter Salsa Concept lounge bar, with the cuban group Vitral playing salsa, cubano, latin, for 19yo and above.
Tel.: 22712712
 

Events:

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Visiting Troodos mountains is a must. During the summer you can enjoy the fresh air of the dense pine forests, and in the winter you can enjoy skiing at Olympos, the top of the Troodos mountains, which peaks at 1950 metres.

The villages around Troodos are a major attraction to both locals and tourists. Many villages are preserved and restored to maintain their historic picturesque look. Kakopetria is one of the most popular destinations, but by all means, rent a car and drive around as there so much to see.
 
 
And on the other side of the mountains is Lefkara, a traditional village, with houses built with the local stone. Here you can see and buy the famous Lefkara handmade lace and silver handicrafts.
 

A few words about Limassol

The city of Lemesos (Limassol) is situated in a picturesque location on the shores of the Bay of Akrotiri in the narrow coastal plain, between the two ancient city kingdoms of Amathus to the east and Kourion to the west. It is within an hour's drive from the capital Nicosia (Lefkosia) to the north, the port cities of Larnaca to the east and Pafos (Paphos) to the west and the main mountain resorts of the Troodos range.

Lemesos (Limassol) is today the island's second largest city , the most important tourist and commercial centre and the biggest port.

It was already the island's main port during Lusignan times. However, by the 19th century, after being ravaged by fires, floods and earthquakes, it lost most of its importance to Larnaca and Ammochostos (Famagusta), which became the main ports of the island.

The city offers a great number of luxury hotels, most of them on the shore along a 15km coastline, some of them with their own marinas. Restaurants and tavernas also abound serving the whole range of local, regional and international dishes. It is famous for the variety of its night entertainment, its tavernas with Greek bouzouki, modern discos and steamy nightclubs.
 

Sightseeing:

The old city centre though is the place to go to. A walk will lead the visitor to a vibrant community full of shop owners crafts people, artists of all disciplines and businessmen. Because the city is relatively untouched by the streams of tourism, it has been able to maintain the traditions of Cypriot life: meze restaurants, wine and beer cellars, places to sit outside and just watch people passing by.

Nevertheless, traditional old boutiques and dark inns, where the Cypriots drink the famous Brandy sour drink are rapidly changing into modern shopping centres and restaurants. Limassol is known for its famous wine festivals held in August.

The Limassol Carnival festival lasts for ten (10) days, with jolly and amusing masquerading. This custom is very old, going back to pagan rituals. With the passage of time it has acquired a different, purely entertaining character, with a large, popular following. The festival starts with the entrance parade of the King Carnival, followed by a fancy-dress competition for children. During the Carnival parade in the main streets, large crowds from all over the island gather to watch the floats with the serenade and other masqueraded groups. Many fancy-dress balls and parties take place at many hotels every night.

During the first quarter of September, the great Wine Festival of Cyprus takes place in the Municipal Garden of Lemesos (Limassol), every evening between 8.00 hrs - 23.00 hrs. During the festival the visitor has the chance to taste some of the best Cyprus wines, which are offered free of charge. On some evenings, various groups from Cyprus and abroad perform folk dancing and there are also choirs and others.
 

Accommodation:

When it comes to hotels, Limassol is loaded with hundreds of hotels. There is a great variety, from the most exclusive to simple hotel apartments.

Here we recommend a just few of the finest Limassol Hotels.

Category	Hotel Name	Telephone
*****	Four Seasons Beach Hotel	25310222
*****	Hawaii Grand Hotel & Resort	25634333
*****	Le Meridien Limassol	25862000
*****	Amathus Beach Hotel	25832000
*****	Londa	25865555
*****	Columbia Beach Resort   (Pissouri)	25833000
****	Mediterranean Beach Hotel	25311777

 

Dinning:

Limassol is loaded with restaurants. There are so many good ones to choose from. So we had to concentrate again on just a few select taverns that we have tried and loved.

Neon Phaliron:  A stylish mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Limassol, that attracts clientele from all of Cyprus for it's delicious lamb chops and variety of modernly presented dishes. The decoration is notable with Tiffany lamps and decorative details that hard to miss.
Tel.: 25365768

Apollon:  If you want to enjoy a fine restaurant whist visiting the famous and beautiful bay of Pissouri, then this restaurant is right for you. Traditional food in traditional surroundings, with village dishes that would make you want to lick your fingers. At the Columbia Beach Resort, in Pissouri.
Tel.: 25833333
 

Coffee:

Dizzy Bizzy Cafe:  A modern cafe with a beautiful view of the green and the sea. With snacks, coffee and drinks for all parts of the day. Sushi nights on Sundays.
Tel.: 25828300

Dolce:  A modern version of a cafeneion (cafeneion is a cypriot old traditional cafeteria). Clientele is usually 25yo and above, with beers and drinks and a DJ chill-out program during Wed-Fri-Sat.
Tel.: 25370769
 

Chillout:

If it is night life you are looking for, check out Yermasogea, the tourist area of Limassol, where both locals and tourists meet in the vibrant clubs and bars.
 


If you are looking for a lounge bar on the beach then ..

Drops: One of the most popular lounge bars in Limassol right on the beach for a real mediterranean style chill out, or dance to summer melodies. You can enjoy the sun and the sea during the day, and spend unforgettable nights under the moonlight. Tel.: 96690069.
 

Events:

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Most of the tourists only pass by on their way to the more historic sites like Akrotiri or the Troodos mountains, but there is actually a lot to see in and around Limassol.

Places of interest include the Berengaria Castle, the place where Richard the Lionheart married Berengaria, Kolossi Castle, the ancient city of Curium and its still functioning theatre, Amathunta and many other archaeological spots scattered around the Limassol area.

And if you want to visit a traditional 14th century village, preserved and restored to it's old glory, then head to the village of Lofou, a few kilometres from Limassol.
 

A few words about 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 25km. The archaeological sites and its six museums are in the centre 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 speciality 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.

Because of the mild climate in the winter and the genuine hospitality of the local people, Larnaca enjoys tourism at very high occupancy rates all the year round. Larnaca with its wider area has 9,500 hotel beds, about 10% of the total all island tourist capacity. Along the Larnaca bay there are luxurious beach hotels as also hotel apartments or holiday apartments of very high standards a prices generally lower from the rest of the island.

Larnaca being in the centre of the country on the coast, is the ideal base for exploring the rest of Cyprus. Its international airport lies a few kilometres from the centre of the town and still the town is completely outside the cone of landing and departing aircraft.
 

Sightseeing:

The most important site of Larnaca are the ruins of Ancient Kitium. The earliest architectural remains date back to the 13th century B.C. The area was rebuilt by Achaean Greeks. The remains of the Cyclopean Walls, made of giant blocks and the complex of the five temples, are particularly interesting.

The Marble Bust of Zeno, stands at the crossroads near the American Academy. Zeno was born in Kition (ancient Larnaca) in 326 B.C. After studying philosophy in Athens he founded the famous Stoic school or philosophy.

The underground chapel of Ayia Phaneromeni is a rock cavern with two chambers. The structure suggests that it once was a pagan tomb, possibly dating back to Phoenician times. The place is credited with various magical properties: thus those who suffer from headaches or other diseases walk three times round it and leave a piece of clothing or a tuft of their hair on the grill in front of the south window. It is also much frequented by girls, whose lovers are overseas, who come here to pray for their safety.

The Church of Lazarus is another magnificent Orthodox Church in Larnaca which was built in the town over the tomb of St. Lazarus, the brother of Mary and Martha. He died here and was buried in the church named after him. In 890 A.D. his tomb was found bearing the inscription "Lazarus the friend of Christ". The marble sarcophagus can be seen inside the church under the Holy of Holies.

The Fort of Larnaca was erected by the Turks in 1625 . This fort is now a museum and its inner courtyard is used as an open air garden - theatre during the summer months, by kind permission of the director of antiquities.

The Old Aqueduct known as "The Kamares", stands outside the town on the way to Limassol. It was built in Roman style in 1745 to carry water from a source about 6 miles south of Larnaca into the town. The aqueduct is illuminated at night.

Accommodation:

Some of Larnaca's Hotels.

Category	Hotel Name	Telephone
*****	Golden Bay Beach Hotel	24645451
****	Lordos Beach Hotel	24647444
****	Palm Beach Hotel	24644770
****	Sandy Beach Hotel	24646333
***	Beau Rivage Beach	24645804

 

Dinning:

Kyra Giorgaina:  Cyprus meze with 40 different dishes. A great selection of dishes, available also an a la carte menu.
Tel.: 24664978.

Koutsonikolas:  Located in a nearby village - Kalon Chorion Larnaca's - a traditional taverna in an old restored house. The cuisine served here is the traditional cuisine from the Karpasia region of Cyprus, which is today in the turkish occupied part of cyprus. The dishes are extra delicious with some items that are rare to find. A must visit!
Tel.: 99651818.
 

Coffee:

If you walk along the Larnaca Promenade, there's many different cafes and restaurants to choose from. It's worth the stroll and you can at the same time enjoy the sea breeze and the happy vibes of the Larnaca life.

Here's a few recommendations:

Art Cafe: A dreamy place from previous times. Wooden woven chairs, old cinema projectors, old fashion lighting. A relaxing, comfortable and pleasant place with fine quality food, coffee and drinks. Tel.: 24653027.

Amalfi:  The biggest cafe in town, plus a lounge - actually 5 lounges, an internet cafe, with a roof bar and a pool room with 8 pool tables. It's a nice place for your coffee, with nice deserts, plus you can surf the internet or enjoy a game of pool. Tel.: 99617559.
 

Chillout:

Finnegan's Irish Bar: A warm irish bar-restaurant with cosy atmosphere and elegant decoration with a celtic and victorian elements. With international cuisine and drinks that range from beers to wine and brandies for all tastes. Tel.: 77778393.


Ammos:  An upscale trendy nightspot on the Makenzy beach. Open day until late night. Serves food and drinks, including sushi and cocktails. Relaxing music, happy atmosphere. A bar, restaurant and lounge all in one .. and right on the beach. Worth a visit. Tel.: 24828844.
 

Events:

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The monastery of Stavrovouni, on the peak of the same name mountain near Larnaca. It's the earliest documented monastery on the island and is dedicated to the Holy Cross. It was founded by St. Helena, the mother of the Byzantine Emperor Constantine I, the Great. after discovering the cross of Jesus on her pilgrimage to the Holy Land. She wanted to bring the cross to Constantinople. But she is said to have left part of the cross in Cyprus, to this monastery, after a shipwreck. Thus the legend.

Near Larnaca Airport is the Larnaca Salt Lake. Full of water in the winter and dry in the summer. It's visited by flocks of flamingoes who stay here November to March.

The Hala Sultan Tekke is on the banks of the Salt Lake. It is equivalent to the Christian "monastery". Within the precincts of this Tekke is the tomb of Umm Haram, said to be the foster mother of Mohammed. According to Muslim tradition Umm Haram died on this spot in 647 A.D. while accompanying the Arab invaders. She was buried here and later the Ottomans built the present mosque in her honour.
 

A few words about Paphos

Paphos is the mythical birthplace of the goddess Aphrodite, of love, sex and beauty, and the founding myth is interwoven with the goddess at every level. In Greco-Roman times Paphos was the island's capital, and it is famous for the remains of the Roman Governor's palace, where extensive, fine mosaics are a major tourist attraction.

The Apostle Paul of Tarsus visited the town during the first century.

The town of Paphos is included in the official UNESCO list of cultural and natural treasures of the world's heritage.

Paphos consists of two areas: the coastal resort area (Kato Paphos) and the town itself (Pano Paphos) which is slightly inland.

Paphos is very popular with tourists, and especially with English, German and Scandinavian tourists.
 

Sightseeing:

With a 4000-5000 thousand years of history there is a lot to see in Paphos.

The legacy from Paphos' remarkable history adds up to nothing less than an open museum, so much so that UNESCO simply added the whole town to its World Cultural Heritage List.

Among the treasures unearthed, are the remarkable mosaics in the Houses of Dionysos, Theseus and Aion, beautifully preserved after 16 centuries under the soil. The mosaic floors of these elite villas dating from the third to the fifth century are among the finest in the Eastern Mediterranean. They mainly depict scenes from Greek mythology.

Then there are the mysterious vaults and caves, the Tombs of the Kings, the Pillar to which Saint Paul was allegedly tied and whipped, the ancient Odeon Theatre and other places of interest including the Byzantine Museum and the District Archaeological Museum, with its attractive collection of Cypriot antiquities from the Paphos area, dating from the Neolithic Age to 1700 AD. Near Odeon, there are the remains of the ancient city walls, the Roman Agora and a building dedicated to Asklepeos, god of medicine.

At the harbour, there is the Castle of Paphos, originally built as a Byzantine fort to protect the harbour and rebuilt by the Lusignans in the thirteenth century, then dismantled in 1570 by the Venetians, who found themselves unable to defend it against the Ottomans, who in their turn restored and strengthened it after they captured the island.

Saranta Kolones, Kato Paphos, near the harbour, is a castle built in the first years of the rule of the Lusignans (12th century A.D.) maybe on the site of a previous Byzantine Castle. It was destroyed in the earthquake of 1222.

The city contains many catacomb sites dating back to the early Christian period. The most famous is Saint Solomoni Church, originally a Christian catacomb retaining some of its twelfth century frescoes. A sacred tree at the entrance is believed to cure the ailments of those who hang a personal offering on its branches.

Accommodation:

Paphos has many fine hotels, here's just a few select.

Category	Hotel Name	Telephone
*****	Elysium Beach Resort	26844444
*****	Paphos Amathus	26964300
*****	Almyra	26933091
*****	The Annabelle	26938333
*****	Venus Beach Hotel	26949200
*****	Coral Beach Hotel	26881000

 

Dinning:

There's a lot of restaurants in Paphos from all the cuisines of the world.

Here we recommend some of the finest cypriot tavernas in the area.

Imogen's Inn:  This tavern in the Kathikas village is worth the visit. Excellent home made dishes that combine cypriot, greek and egyptian cuisine. A la carte is available but the meze is really delicious. Reservation is recommended. Tel.: 26633269.

Kiniras:  A tavern in the city of Paphos in an old mansion house. Delicious variety of meze, traditional cuisine and barbecue night on Saturdays. Tel.: 26941604.

7 St. Georges Tavern:  In the village of Geroskipou. A stone build place with old cypriot decoration. Unique meze with ingredients cultivated by the owner of the restaurant. Meze also includes a great variety of local vegetables cooked in the most delicious way. Tel.: 26963176.
 

Coffee:

Metaxi mas:  A nice comfortable cafe with large sofas and a nice variety of food and beverages.
Tel:. 99683525.


Hobo:  At the Paphos Harbour, where you can select from aromatic coffees, fresh juices, smoothies, deserts while enjoying the view of the blue sea.
 

Chillout:

Sense/Sense After Dark:  On the Coral Bay Road near Coral Bay. A trendy stylish place with two faces, the day and night. On the 1st floor there's a cafe-restaurant with tasty coffees and food. The 2nd floor is the "business lounge" with lounge music and a different menu. At night it's transformed to "Sense After Dark (prive)". The 1st floor is a cafe bar, with quick international cuisine. The 2nd floor is a stylish bar with low warm lighting, a select menu and a wonderful view.
Tel.: 26621200.
 

Events:

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Around the corner:

The Laona wine making plateau, with traditional villages is a must. Kathikas is the most important village of the region, with vineyards and traditional restored houses. Have a break and enjoy wine tasting or have a cypriot meze at one of the taverns, such as Imogens.

The Holy Monastery of the Virgin of Kykkos was founded around the end of the 11th century by the Byzantine emperor Alexios I Komnenos. It lies at an altitude of 1318 on the north west face of Troodos Mountains. Today it's a popular attraction for its hand painted Orthodox icons, wall paintings and it's beautiful location. A fine example of Orthodox monastic life.

Akamas and the Baths of Aphrodite near Polis Chrysochous. The location par excellence for nature lovers and those keen on active holidays, such as hiking, cycling, horse riding and golf. You can see beautiful sceneries of the green and the blue. Wild orchids, and even turtles in Lara Beach.

A few miles from Paphos, the rock of Aphrodite (Petra tou Romiou, "Stone of the Greek") emerges from the sea. According to legend, Aphrodite rose from the waves in this strikingly beautiful spot. The Greek name, Petra tou Romiou is associated with the legendary frontier-guard of Byzantine times, Digenis Acritas, who kept the marauding Saracens at bay. It is said in one such fight he heaved a large rock (Petra), at his enemy.
 

A few words about Ayia Napa

Ayia Napa, located southeast of the islands coast, is reputable for its tourist resort all over Europe. It is one of Cyprus's most popular beach resorts. Normally the little village has less than 1000 inhabitants, but during summer season it hosts more than 10.000 tourists per day. The beaches are awesome with thin and fine sand, hidden among a chain of rocky boulders that form many small and cosy bays.

Ayia Napa has cleaned up it's alternative Ibiza reputation recently and is now much more family orientated.

The nightlife and entertainment is like no other in Ayia Napa, it has clubs that has music to suit everyone's taste, being honest Ayia Napa is NOT for the faint hearted, or anybody wanting a quiet holiday. Ayia Napa is always busy and packed with clubs and pubs stretching a mile long.

Most people say its NOT a place for kids but it depends what kind of parents you are and it also depends on how old your kids are, babies not suited.
 

Sightseeing:

The name Ayia Napa is derived from a Venetian-era monastery of the same name, located in the centre of the town, next to the square which today is the clubbing centre. The word "Ayia" (Agia) means "Saint" in Greek. The word 'Napa' is archaic and it means "wooded - valley". In ancient times the area surrounding the town was covered with thick forest.

In the court an octagonal fountain which has on its base the founder of the monastery a woman's portrait as well as her mother and father whom they have forbidden her to marry.

Ayia Napa Monastery is the best known landmark of the Ayia Napa area. It has a charm and charisma that represents a time when Ayia Napa was just a sleepy fishing village. It seems that in ancient times, the location where the monastery and the village exists today, was covered with a thick forest, visited only by hunters from the neighbouring villages.
 

Accommodation:

Ayia Napa is a hotel land, there is fine hotels for all tastes. Here's a few select.

Category	Hotel Name	Telephone
*****	Grecian Bay	23721301
*****	Aeneas Hotel	23724000
****	Adams Beach Hotel	23840000
****	The Dome	23721006
****	Nissi Beach Hotel	23721021

 

Dinning:

In Ayia Napa there's all the types of restaurants one may want.

Here we only recommend some of the finest tavernas.

Anemos:  This place is in Protaras near the Capo Bay Hotel. Serves fine fish meze, with fresh fish and also meat meze and a la carte. Always busy and a reservation is recommended. Tel.: 23831488.

Konatzi:  In Paralimni. Authentic cypriot taverna with traditional dishes, prepared in the old fashion customary way. The restaurant is decorated with cypriot village style antiques and a village well in the garden. Home made cypriot deserts are a treat at the end. Tel.: 23744154.

Fernatzi:  Very popular taverna in the centre of Deryneia village, in an old restored village house with an internal garden of olive trees. Cypriot traditional cuisine, with a few european additions. Meze and also a la carte. Live music on Wednesdays. Tel.: 23827700.
 

Coffee:

Aragma Cafe:  Sit outdoors and watch the world of Agia Napa’s harbour go by at this stylish cafe in the pedestrianized area by the port. Open day and night, Aragma serves coffee, bottled beers, soft drinks and cocktails, as well as a choice of sandwiches and snacks. Tel.: 23722521.


Liquid Cafe Bar:  A spacious cafe and bar, one of the newest, modern and stylish bars in Ayia Napa. A comfortable atmosphere, plenty of room to relax and unwind. Enjoy coffee and lavish, exotic cocktails. Tel.: 23819276.
 

Chillout:

One of the best pubs in Ayia Napa is called the Bedrock Inn and its based on the theme of the Flintstones I suggest you give it a visit especially if you've got kids, the staff are dressed as cavemen, they serve food and they are the best karaoke bar in Ayia Napa. On the downside kids are asked to leave at 11pm.

Guru is the oriental ethnic alternative, an outdoors garden that flies you around the world with its decoration, ambience, music and atmosphere. An old house at the back of the garden is the private Lounge - the Bombay Lounge. Relaxing, elegant, hammocks, candles everywhere, lounge music. Exclusive and fascinating.

Also check out the Castle Club, its the biggest club in Ayia Napa with 3 rooms that play different music and have a relaxation room when you get tired what more could you want ...
 

Events:

Nice events

Around the corner:

The main centre of the district is Paralimni, 3 miles north of Ayia Napa itself.

East of the village is Protaras, known for its gorgeous beaches, lively nightlife and partyful people.

Konnos Bay beach, nearby, is I believe the most impressive beach in Cyprus. Crystal clear waters, that look more clear than a swimming pool, golden sands and all around a wild terrain with Cyclopean caves and pine trees. It's a must see!

And nearby, Cavo Greko with it's picturesque tiny island-white chapel, on the rocks almost hanging over the sea. Magnificent views, with nature trails. Geological nature at it's full wild glory.