Paphos, Cyprus - Paphos, Cyprus 8 days trip

Paphos is a coastal city in the southwest of Cyprus and the capital of Paphos District. Near Palaepaphos (Old Paphos) at the seaside of Petra tou Romiou is the modern mythical birthplace of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty, and the founding myth is interwoven with the goddess at every level, so that Old Paphos became the most famous and important place for worshipping Aphrodite in the ancient world. Its attractions include the castle, beaches, several historic landmarks, and churches.

Limassol is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus and capital of the eponymous district. Limassol is the second largest urban area in Cyprus. Limassol was built between two ancient cities, Amathus and Kourion, and during Byzantine rule it was known as Neapolis (new town). Limassol's historical centre is located around its medieval Limassol Castle and the Old Port. Today the city spreads along the Mediterranean coast and has extended much farther than the castle and port, with its suburbs stretching along the coast to Amathus. There are many archaeological parks in its vicinity, as well as museums and churches.

A seaside resort town best known for its buzzing nightlife and superb beaches, also offering great food and historic attractions.

Famed for its archaeological site and rich history, this popular city also offers beaches, remarkable landmarks, and great food.

Larnaca is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus and the capital of the eponymous district. It is the third-largest city in the country, after Nicosia and Limassol. Larnaca is known for its palm-tree seafront, the Church of Saint Lazarus, the Hala Sultan Tekke, the Kamares Aqueduct and its medieval fort. It is built on the ruins of ancient Citium, which was the birthplace of Stoic philosopher Zeno. Larnaca is home to the country's primary airport, Larnaca International Airport.

A seaside resort town best known for its buzzing nightlife and superb beaches, also offering great food and historic attractions.

Cyprus' second-largest city is a coastal haven whose medieval and Byzantine sites, as well as great museums, make it a favored spot.

Cyprus' capital and its largest city boasts many historic monuments, great museums, castles, and churches.

Ayia Napa is a resort at the far eastern end of the southern coast of Cyprus. Ayia Napa Monastery is "the only building of historical interest" in the Ayia Napa area. The Makronissos Tombs are an archaeological site consisting of set of ancient rock-cut tombs, an adjacent sanctuary and quarry, and evidence of funeral pyres. The town contains several municipal museums, as well as a sculpture park and beaches.

Cyprus' capital and its largest city boasts many historic monuments, great museums, castles, and churches.

Nicosia is the largest city on the island of Cyprus. It is located near the centre of the Mesaoria plain, on the banks of the River Pedieos. Nicosia is the capital and seat of government of the Republic of Cyprus, and as such is the farthest southeast of all EU member states' capitals. It has been continuously inhabited for over 4,500 years and has been the capital of Cyprus since the 10th century. Main sights include museums, historic sites, churches, and nearby attractions.

A seaside resort town best known for its buzzing nightlife and superb beaches, also offering great food and historic attractions.

Cyprus' second-largest city is a coastal haven whose medieval and Byzantine sites, as well as great museums, make it a favored spot.

Paphos is a coastal city in the southwest of Cyprus and the capital of Paphos District. Near Palaepaphos (Old Paphos) at the seaside of Petra tou Romiou is the modern mythical birthplace of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty, and the founding myth is interwoven with the goddess at every level, so that Old Paphos became the most famous and important place for worshipping Aphrodite in the ancient world. Its attractions include the castle, beaches, several historic landmarks, and churches.

Cyprus' second-largest city is a coastal haven whose medieval and Byzantine sites, as well as great museums, make it a favored spot.