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Cyprus

At the crossroads of the Mediterranean

Luxury Cyprus holidays

Introduction

Cyprus has been fought over for centuries and been under foreign control for much of that time, meaning there are African, Asian and Eastern influences at work here although the island is culturally European.

Most visitors head to the Greek-Cypriot southern half of the island; Nicosia is the laidback capital here. Aside from the package resorts there are quiet coves and sandy expanses to see and plenty of history and archaeology to discover inland.

Lively Paphos is a booming tourist town that still retains some of its traditional identity; the fortress of Saranta Kolones and the cliff tombs of Kato Pafos are prime attractions. Agia Napa attracts partygoers the world over but has a sixteenth-century monastery at its heart.

In the north, Kyrenia, also known as Girne, is a pleasant coastal resort with a strongly Mediterranean feel, an atmospheric old town and modern strip of hotels.

Inland, discover the Byzantine churches hidden in the Trooddos Mountains and hike the Mt Olympus trails to stand on the island's highest summit. Inevitably snow-covered in winter, there is skiing on the slopes here too.

 

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At a glance

Flying time from UK
4½ hours

Time zone
GMT +2

Currency
Euro (€) = 100 cents

Language
Greek

Travel advice
Check the FCDO for visa & travel advice

Top places to stay in Cyprus

Karpaz Gate Marina Hotel

Karpaz Gate Marina Hotel, Ayia Trias, North Cyprus

Guide price from £1,045 pp incl. flights

This award-winning resort with its idyllic setting in Northern Cyprus combines a peaceful retreat with sports and leisure activities for all ages and abilities.

Annabelle - Exterior

Annabelle, Paphos, Cyprus

Traditional resort

Annabelle is a 5-star luxury resort hotel, located on Cyprus’ shoreline near Paphos, close to the old fishing harbour, castle and archaeological sites.

Anassa’s pools

Anassa, Latchi, Cyprus

Contemporary resort

Anassa is a very exclusive hotel offering five-star luxury, classical architecture and complete privacy.

Elysium pool

Elysium Hotel, Paphos, Cyprus

Contemporary hotel

Taking its name from Greek mythology – Elysium meaning a blissful place – this luxury hotel is a landmark in Paphos. Its artisan design and spectacular gardens provide a sense of wellbeing. Add a world-famous archaeological site on its doorstep and you have an intoxicating mix.

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