Akamas Flora & Fauna
By admin at February 15, 2011 | 10:40 pm | 0 Comment
The Akamas region is the last extensive coastal area in Cyprus which includes extensive near virgin habitats and vegetation communities. Its flora is rich and varied. In spring it provides a spectacle of breathtaking beauty with colours and shapes long lost in most of the rest of the island; a reminder of the island's original identity. Its coastline is still largely
LARNAKA
By admin at January 30, 2011 | 12:38 pm | 0 Comment
Built on the site where ancient Kition once stood, Larnaka is the successor of one of the ancient city-kingdoms of Cyprus. Kition was the birthplace of Zeno, the founder of the Stoic school of philosophy and the second home of St. Lazarus, who lived here after his resurrection and later became its first Bishop. The foundation legend of Kition is associated with Kittim,
AGIA NAPA & PROTARAS
By admin at January 30, 2011 | 12:38 pm | 0 Comment
Golden sandy beaches abound on the eastern coast of Cyprus, in the free part of the Ammochostos (Famagusta) area. The popular holiday resort of Agia Napa, once a sleepy fishing village, buzzes with life being a true paradise for lovers of the sea, water sports and nightlife.The night life and clubs are a major attraction for all age groups, while the many restaurants
LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA)
By admin at January 30, 2011 | 12:38 pm | 0 Comment
Lefkosia (Nicosia) is situated practically in the centre of Cyprus and constitutes a rich cultural hub, as well as a busy commercial and business centre. The history of the city dates back to the Bronze Age. In antiquity and in early Christian times it was known as Ledra. It has been the capital of Cyprus since the late Byzantine period (11th century). During the Frankish
