Cyprus is the sunniest island and one of the top holiday destinations in Europe. No wonder tourism in Cyprus is one of the main sources of income of the islanders.
Let’s take a look at why tourists prefer to visit Cyprus…
…well…because the island is famous for its…
…picturesque villages with cobbled streets, hospitality, delicious food, nightlife, pebbled and sandy beaches with crystal clear blue waters, water sports, UNESCO churches and archaeological sites, monasteries located in the most beautiful areas of the island, Troodos scenic mountains with panoramic views, adventurous safaris (land activities), sea caves, turtles, wine tasting tours, water activities, golf, diving…and the list goes on.
(See Cyprus tours for more information).
These are few of the attractions and activities you can see and do on the island.
Cyprus is a year-round island located in the Eastern Mediterranean sea, in the crossroads of three continents…Europe, Africa and Asia.
If you are visiting the island for the first time, take a look at this essential information.
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Now that’s an excuse to put on your most comfortable shoes, your favorite hat, rent a car (or book a tour) and tour the most picturesque villages of the island.
Why your most comfortable shoes?
Because you are going to walk down the cobbled narrow streets of the villages…
…you are going to visit old traditional houses, the museums, UNESCO churches, you will go hiking (if you like) and the list goes on.
Our villages are very photogenic, so take your camera with you. You will take some wonderful pictures…
…and pictures are memories.
Save those memories, until the next time you visit the island for some more :-).
In Cyprus you will meet the most hospitable and friendliest people in Europe. No kidding.
You will be greeted with a warm smile, a handshake, a cup of Cypriot coffee with a glass of water and Cypriot sweets (glyka tou koutaliou).
Enjoy every moment of it because Cypriot hospitality is warm and unique.
The island is famous for its Mediterranean cuisine.
People ask what is our national food. Well…
…it’s not one. It’s many!
From salads with feta cheese to souvla (lamb or pork or chicken cooked on coal) to afelia (pork cooked in the pot) to makaronia tou fournou (pasta baked in the oven) to ofto kleftiko (goat or lamb meat cooked in traditional ovens for more than 4 hours), you will definitely try them out.
Don’t forget fish and meat meze. Various fish dishes and various meat dishes. It’s your call.
The nightlife on the island is very lively.
From clubs and pubs to bars, lounges and cafes you will definitely find something to suit your needs.
Cyprus is famous for its crystal clear blue water beaches. No wonder it has so many blue flag beaches.
Whether it’s sunbathing in a pebbled or a sandy beach or swimming in the warm waters of our Mediterranean island, you will definitely enjoy your time under the hot sun.
See the best beaches in Cyprus for more information.
Not all beaches have water sports but the most popular ones have. If you are a sports person, you will definitely enjoy sports on water. So try it out.
If you are a history buff, Cyprus will delight you. It has to offer both UNESCO archaeological sites and UNESCO churches. All you have to do is explore the island to find them…
…and that’s a wonderful adventure since the routes leading to these world heritage sites are scenic!
Scenic routes in the mountains, UNESCO sites, friendly, hospitable people, delicious food, sunny weather…
…what else do you want? :-)
See UNESCO sites in Cyprus for more information.
The island is full of monasteries. Whether you are a religious person or not you definitely should visit some of the most beautiful monasteries on the island.
The most popular ones are Kykkos monastery, Machairas monastery, Trooditissa monastery, Chrysorrogiatissa monastery and the list goes on.
Please note that you should be properly dressed to enter the monasteries on the island.
We love Troodos! Period :-).
Troodos mountains are a must-visit attraction. The scenery is amazing and the villages in Troodos region are the most picturesque ones.
Jeep safaris in Paphos can make your day. You can book a boat tour to blue lagoon and sea caves in Paphos (water activities) or explore the island by land (land activities)…
…or you can combine both…land sightseeing and boat tour excursions.
See Cyprus tours for more information.
Wine tasting tours are lots of fun.
Cyprus is an island that produces its own delicious wine. So wine tours are a must-do activity if you love wine.
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Tours on water are a unique and fun way to explore the shores of the island.
See water activities or Cyprus tours for more information.
If you are you interested in playing golf, Cyprus is the place for you.
Golf is another reason why there is tourism in Cyprus.
Golf lovers from all over the world visit the island for the most wonderful experience…playing golf.
Why?
Because our golf courses are award winning golf courses.
Take a look at this for more information on golf in Cyprus.
Zenobia wreck is one of the 10 best wrecks in the world and it is here in Cyprus,
close to Larnaca (it’s about 20 minutes from Larnaca harbor).
Zenobia was a ferry that capsized and sank in the Mediterranean sea in 1980. Nowadays, experienced divers enjoy Zenobia and its lorries along with the marine life. Don’t forget your camera, because Zenobia it’s a good place to shoot pictures.
Here on the island, there are diving schools and scuba diving centres that can help you out with everything you need to dive in the Zenobia wreck.
See scuba diving in Cyprus for more information.
…And that is why tourism in Cyprus flourishes every year and is one of the main sources of income. Our year round island serves approximately 4.000.000 tourists every year…
…and counting.
Enjoy your holiday on the island of love :-).