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Southern Cyprus Holidays – Friendly Mediterranean island with superb beaches
Cyprus is one of the sunniest Mediterranean islands, famous for its relaxed hospitable child-friendly atmosphere and hundreds of miles of superb coastline; a mix of excellent sandy beaches and small isolated coves and inlets. While many visitors are content to spend their Cyprus holidays on the beach, others are happy exploring the beautiful interior. Holidays in Cyprus offer splendid walking in the Troodos Mountains and the Akamas Peninsula near the quieter west coast resorts of Latchi and Polis. All holidays in Cyprus should reserve a day or two to explore the interior with its verdant farmland, fruit orchards, vineyards and amazing mountain roads. Cyprus holidays also feature outstanding ancient sites, beautiful Byzantine churches and atmospheric mountain monasteries.
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Holidays in Cyprus – Romantic tavernas and excellent markets
Cyprus holidays offer plenty of romantic waterfront tavernas offering Cypriot cuisine. The larger Cyprus holiday resorts offer a huge array of bars and restaurants offering everything from traditional Cypriot mezes to Italian food or Indian curry. Markets sell superb local produce and craftwork, including jewellery, silverware, pottery and lace. Smaller villages and larger towns like Larnaca feature old-fashioned cafes and bars serving local delicacies and delicious Cypriot wines.
Cyprus Holidays – Beach resorts and charming mountain villages
Holidays in Cyprus offer an excellent variety of resorts. Holidays on the west coast of Cyprus tend to focus around the charming harbour town of Paphos. West coast Cyprus holidays also feature the fabulous beach at Coral Bay with the adjacent hill village of Peyia. Consider the smaller more authentically Cypriot resorts like Polis and Latchi, or the beach resort of Pissouri a few miles west of Lemessos. Those seeking a Cyprus holiday mixing beaches with more authentic Cypriot life should consider the larger coastal towns of Larnaca and Limassol (Lemessos) or the fascinating capital, Nikosia. Holidays in the east coast resort of Ayia Napa and adjacent Nissi Beach attract young clubbers on a scale to rival Ibiza. Nearby Protaras is also lively but offers a more family-orientated resort. Pernera has one of the quietest and least crowded beaches in the Protaras area. Holidays in Cyprus are very popular with walkers and nature lovers. The Troodos Mountains offer superb trails, gorgeous sleepy villages and charming traditional tavernas full of Cypriot character. Favourite mountain resorts include Kakopetria and Omodhos. Holidays in Cyprus offer a huge array of watersports and winter holidays in Cyprus can even include skiing on Mount Olympus!
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