The Charm of Paphos

The Mediterranean island of Cyprus, which also happens to be one of the largest islands in the region is currently listed as one of the biggest draws for people looking for a memorable holiday and at last count the island was recorded to have attracted in excess of 2 million people over a year long period. In addition to the breathtaking natural beauty that one can witness, a visitor also gets the unique opportunity of immersing in a culture that is a potent mix of Greco-Roman and Turkish cultures.

Among all the cities, towns and villages in Cyprus, the previous capital Paphos offers some of the most beautiful resorts where all visitors along with their families can have a holiday that would remain entrenched in their memory forever. There are two distinct parts of the city, the first is Pano Paphos, where the main city lies but the other part of the town is where all the tourist attractions are since it is close to the Asimina Suites Paphos beach.

The most attractive aspect of a holiday in Paphos is the long beach that one can find there and for a long time the beach has been regarded as one of the most important reasons why the city has remained the top destination in Cyprus for tourists. Other than the fact that one can lounge for hours on end at the beach, tourists also have the exciting option of participating in water sports at Latchi Beach or Hotel Athena Beach and on the other hand one can also go to Lara Bay to have a look at some of the rarest varieties of wildlife.

The city of Paphos is rich in history and one can find plenty of sites of historical importance in the town, the most popular among them being the Tombs of the Kings, which consists of the tombs of the important personalities, who resided in the city many centuries back. The city of Paphos is also mentioned in ancient Greek legends for being the city where the goddess of love called Aphrodite was born and that has made the city one of the most attractive destinations for couples as well as those who are on their honeymoon.

It is quite rare for someone to come across a city which offers so much by way of pleasure as well as history and one of the iconic structures that reiterate the historical importance of the Paphos is the famous House of Dionysos, which was built by the early Romans and presents intricate mosaic that has intrigued people for many centuries. If one wishes to travel by air to Paphos then one can choose from among the many airlines which have a presence in that route. Read more about this hotel by following the link.