Cyprus Property, Paphos

Upper Paphos commands a superb view of the coastline and the harbour of Lower Paphos is ringed by tavernas famous for their fish dishes. It is a place of historic and archaeological interest, including the remains of the House of Dionysus, a Roman villa with some fine mosaics, and the nearby Villa of Theseus. Other attractions include the District Museum and the castle overlooking the harbour.

The Tombs of the Kings, the remains of the Byzantine castle of Saranda Kolones, the Panagia Chrysorrogiatissa Monastery and the Panagia Chryseleousa Church, the biggest early Christian basilica on the island are found in Paphos.

Paphos is an excellent centre for exploring the Island, with the eastwards the vineyards of the east, the forests and the Cedar Valley.

To the north the road leads over the foothills, passing close to the monastery of Agios Neofytos (founded in AD 1220), and down to the little town of Polis on the north coast. Polis is an unexploited and virtually undeveloped beach area with one tourist hotel, a campsite and some private homes. Nearby is the fishing harbour of Latchi, which offers a variety of fish dishes including grilled swordfish steak. To the West of Latchi is an unspoilt beach.

North of Paphos is Coral Bay which has a bathing beach and several good restaurants. Further on is the fishing village of Ayios Yeorgios tis Peyias, which has an early Christian basilica of the same name and some ancient tombs cut into rocks; and nearby is Lara Beach where a turtle hatchery has been established.

Towards Limassol, is the village of Yeroskipos, home of 'Greek Delight' (like 'Turkish Delight'), with a small but interesting folk museum with the Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Birthplace), near the village of Kouklia.

KATO PAPHOS ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK
The archaeological site of Kato Paphos which is in the World Heritage List, includes areas and monuments from prehistoric limes up to and including the Middle Ages, with most dating to the Roman period. The mosaic floors of four villas of tlie Roman period are the epitome of all these findings. Other important monuments are the Asklipeio, the Odeon, the early Christian Basilica and the fort of Saranta Kolones.

AIRPORT

Paphos Airport (International), Cyprus, Paphos 8320

Airport information: +357 2624 0506
Flight information: +357 6 801800
Location: 9 miles (15km) east of the city

Third weekly flight to Paphos, Cyprus

British Airways has added a third weekly flight to its London Gatwick to Paphos service starting 6 February 2004.