Aerial view of Aphrodite's Rock on the Paphos coastline in Cyprus.

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About Cyprus

Cyprus packs Greek and Turkish influences, Roman mosaics and Crusader castles onto a compact Mediterranean island with over 300 days of sunshine a year. Paphos's UNESCO-listed ruins, the diveable Zenobia shipwreck off Larnaca and the cool pine forests of the Troodos mountains sit within an hour or two of each other, while Nicosia remains the last divided capital in Europe, split by a UN buffer zone since 1974. It suits both lazy beach-and-resort holidays around Ayia Napa and Protaras and slower trips through hillside wine villages and monasteries. Honest caveat: the north (Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) is only recognised by Turkey, and crossing the Green Line requires a passport check.

Public holidays

  • Η Κοίμησις της Θεοτόκου
  • Επέτειος Κυπριακής Ανεξαρτησίας
  • Το Όχι
  • Παραμονή Χριστουγέννων

Source: Nager.Date · Last checked Jul 31, 2026

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Discover Cyprus

Cyprus packs a lot into one island: Blue-Flag beaches along the south coast, the pine-forested Troodos mountains inland, and ancient sites from Paphos to Kourion. Summers are long and dry, so the season runs well into autumn — ideal for festivals, open-air cinema and beach days alike.

Each city has its own pace. Limassol is the buzzy hub for nightlife, marinas and wine festivals; Paphos leans historic and laid-back; Larnaca pairs a palm-lined seafront with the island’s main airport; Nicosia, the divided capital, is the cultural and culinary heart. Ayia Napa and Protaras anchor the party-and-beach east.

Top places in Cyprus

  • Ayia Napa & Nissi BeachThe island’s party-and-beach capital — white sand, watersports and a famous nightlife strip.
  • PaphosUNESCO mosaics, the Tombs of the Kings and Aphrodite’s Rock along a relaxed coastline.
  • Troodos MountainsPine trails, frescoed churches and cool hill villages — a different Cyprus, an hour from the coast.
  • LimassolMarina, old town and the biggest events calendar — wine festival, carnival and more.
  • Nicosia old townThe walled capital: museums, crafts and the best food scene on the island.