Limassol | Nicosia | Paphos

Virtually two countries for the price of one, divided Cyprus is an isle steepes in nine millenniums of history and straddling Mediterranean Europe and the Middle East. Endless miles of sandy beaches surround the island though the interior has much to attract the visitor, from the thickly forested Troodos mountains, to remote Byzantine churches and the farmlands of Ayia Napa,sprawling citrus groves and vineyards around Limassol.
Aphrodite, goddess of love, is said to have, is said to have been bornof the fornof the foam of the sea near Paphos , and great peoples Persian , Greek, Egyptian, Roman , Byzantine, Ottoman and British have invaded this Island of the Gods over the centuries , each leaving its own mark on Cypriot culture and architec-ture . Modern-day " invaders " love the island,s relaxed way of life: its beaches , its colourful history, its healthy cooking opportunities for scuba diving and water sports.
To see Cyprus at leisure, a car is the easiest way to reach most places of interest. You,ll love the summer climate, en joy the clear seas and resorts well equipped for sailing, waterskiing , scuba diving and other aquamarine activities.

LIMASSOL
The principal port and sec- and largest city of Cyprus, limassol has an endless choice of tavernas and restaurants . A joyous time of year is the Carnival and Wine Festival . Excursions take in city sights as well as 
Vineyards, a Winery and a pottery shop. Further afield, toy may wish to take in monasteries nestled in the mountains, Byzantine churches and tiny villages.
Four seasons Garden suites
7studios , 2 suites in lush green surroundings; private jucuzzi for each room; ground - floor residents have exclusive use of a river-like pool at threir doorstep
Meridien 
On the beach, set in 7 seclud- ed hectares of landscaped gardens, 295 rooms including 59 garden villa suites and 14 suites with air conditioning ( rooms for disabled available ; le Meridien has an indoor-heated and outdoor pool ( one of cyprus's largest free-size pools ) with whirl-pool, children.s pool; 12 Kilo-meteres from city center and 35 minutes from Larnaca airport; 3 restaurants ( French and Cypriot cooking ), 5 bars; health club ( gym, sauna, ja cuzzi, steam baths, massage), 2 floodlit tennis courts, beach volleyball, badminton, chil dren's playground, games room; jogging route, pool tables, table tennis scuba diving center, watersports

Nicosia
An historic city, Nicosia is mentioned in the Bible and was doubtless visited by paul and his comrade barnabas. In the heart of the island , Nicosia has the charm of provin cial town but with many an cient sites to explore.
Cleopatra
90 rooms, 6 suites, within walking distance of shopping center and local sights.
Hilton
40 minutes from Larnaca airport; hotel is in Nicosia city center; 10 minutes from smart shopping streets and a short stroll to most chltural sites; 298 rooms including suites and 84 deluxe excutive rooms (20% larger than the standard room ), Club-room lounge.

Paphos
An idyllic spot on the west coast of Cyprus, with a craggy coastline, steep- terraced vineyards and fields of bananas, citrus fruits and avocados Unesco has listed Nea paphos as a world- class monument. You'll be able to tour ancient houses, theatres, temples, tombs and view mosaics thousands of years old. Golfers aren't forgotten either with a wonderfulcourse to take in a few holes Divifed into two, paphos has an ancient quarter found ed over 2.300 Years ago With its picturesque habour and quayside restaurants. The area is also the hub of night life Ktima Paphos on a 170- metre high ridge a rural center especially busy on market days.
Coral Beach Hotel and Resort 25 minutes from paphos airport;10-minute coastal drive to paphos town; privat pleasure harbour, magnificent land scaped swimming pool; exten sive lush gardens and over 300metres of sandy beach.

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