Holiday Destinations in Cyprus

Cyprus situated in East Mediterranean is a unique place. With beaches, holiday resorts and historical remnants,

there’s a lot this place has to offer to the people who travel to Cyprus from all over the world. Cyprus is at a distance of 97 km and 64 km west of Syria and Turkey respectively. The total area of Cyprus is 9,250 sq km. There are many holiday destinations in Cyprus. It has a coast line of 648 km.

When to visit Cyprus

Most of the tourists travel to Cyprus during the month of August. This is also the time when schools are closed. As such you will find many locals sun bathing on the beach along with the tourists. Cyprus typically has a Mediterranean climate. The summer months last from June through September. October through May, you can experience winter, autumn, and spring in Cyprus. These months are usually quiet. So, it depends on the time you want to visit Cyprus and the purpose.

Top Holiday Destinations in Cyprus

The prominent holiday destinations in Cyprus are always overflowing with tourists during the peak season. Some of the best places to visit in Cyprus include the following –

• Ancient Kourin
  The Ancient Kourin is one of the most frequently visited holiday destinations in Cyprus. This is an archaeological site from where you can catch a glimpse of the vast Mediterranean.


• Lefkosia and North Nocosia
  Known as “the world’s last divided capital”, it is basically a walled city which has not been explored much by tourists.


• Gothic Castles
  The Buffavento and Kantara are Gothic Castles. They are also known as the “gothic guards” that safeguard the island.


• Ancient Salamis
  The Ancient Salamis is an archaeological site where you will find the remnants of yesteryears.


• Karpas Peninsula
  The Karpas Peninsula is one of the holiday destinations in Cyprus. It has flawless beaches. The place is ideal for nature lovers.

You can also visit the following holiday destinations in Cyprus.

• Agia Napa
• Pafos
• Kykkos Monastery
• Troodos Massif
• St Hilarion Castle
• Akamas Peninsula
• Byzantine Churches
• Kyrenia
• Bellpais etc

Hotels in Cyprus

Since Cyprus is a favorite holiday destination of many, the number of hotels ensures that no tourist returns back to his homeland due to lack of accommodation. As such many hotels in Cyprus have come up in different parts of the island. The names of few hotels are given below –

Hotels in Paralimni

• Sunrise Beach Hotel
• Grecian Park Hotel

Hotels in Ayia Napa

• Nissi Beach Holiday Resort
• SoNice Boutique Suites
• Alion Beach Hotel
• Napa Mermaid

Hotels in Larnaca

• Anadixis Les Palmiers City Beach Hotel
• Crown Resorts Henipa
• Onissilos Hotel Larnaca
• Golden Tulip Golden Bay Beach Hotel

Hotels in Paphos

• Almyra
• Paphos Amathus Beach Hotel
• The Residence at Azia Resort
• Thalassa Boutique Hotel and Spa

If you fail to visit the holiday destinations in Cyprus, you will probably deprive yourself of precious moments where you can be one with nature.