History in the Making

For the tourist looking for a country with a rich history, exquisite scenery, excellent cuisine and wine and a wide range of activities, Cyprus is the ultimate destination. Start your Cyprus luxury holidays off in Lemesos – center of the wine trade for Cyprus. Although this is only the second largest city, it scores a lot of points when it comes to a buzzing night life and a rich cultural heritage. Visit the remains of Aphrodite’s Sanctuary and learn more about the cult of the Goddess at the Emesis District Museum. Take the opportunity to get advice on how else to follow the trail of the Goddess while on your Cyprus luxury holidays.

If your tastes tend to even more ancient history, visit the Neolithic ruins on Cypress. Perhaps you prefer your history to be a little more modern? Check out the Byzantine art and mosaics which are dotted all over the country during your Cyprus luxury holidays. Cyprus itself was a great center during the Byzantine era and evidence of this can be seen in the many Byzantine era churches. Ten of these have been declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO and are not to be missed.

Of course, all this exploring is bound to make the traveler hungry but fortunately the Cypriots are famous for their hospitality and fine cuisine. Take long leisurely lunches alongside ancient olive groves and vineyards and immerse yourself in a culture where the rat race is largely ignored. Expect things to move more slowly during your Cyprus luxury holidays as this is how the locals live.

Aside from fine dining and wine, Cypress has a wonderful range of scenery to offer you on your Cyprus luxury holidays. Bronze yourself until you look like a Greek goddess on the warm, sandy beaches or frolic in the Mediterranean with dolphins. Should you ever grow tired of the beaches and numerous water sports, you could spend time in the mountains rock climbing or bungee jumping. If that is a little too energetic for you, you can always arrange day cruises to the surrounding Mediterranean islands for a change of pace.

Whatever style and pace of holiday you are looking for, Cyprus can accommodate you. The beaches are beautiful and unspoiled, the mountains spectacular and the people friendly and accommodating. All this and it is right next to the gorgeous Mediterranean Ocean. What more could you possibly want?

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