Cyprus Cities and Towns

All About Cyprus Cities and Towns

Nicosia (Lefkosia)

The capital of Cyprus is Nicosia (in Greek Lefkosia). It's the largest city in Cyprus with a modern city center, tree-lined avenues and a lovely Old Quarter. The city is full of restaurants and clubs and is the only divided city in the world.

Larnaca

A bust of the Greek stoic philosopher Zeno (who came from the ancient city of Kition - now Larnaca) is on Finikoudes beach in Larnaca. This is the third largest city in Cyprus and where the islands main international airport is located. The famous Finikoudes beach is lined with palm trees, cafes and restaurants and the city has many historical attractions. There's also a lovely marina which holds around 400 yachts.

Limassol (Lemesos)

The second largest city on the island is Limassol with the largest port on the island. It's known as the largest wine producing area on the island with some of the best wine coming from the southern slopes of the Troodos mountain range. Every September the Limassol wine festival welcomes thousands of visitors to the one week festival which is famous all over Europe.

Ayia Napa

Once a small fishing village, Ayia Napa is now one of the most popular resorts on the island. Fantastic nightlife and fabulous sandy beaches have made this area a playground of fun for many years.

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Famagusta

The area of Famagusta (Ammochostas in Greek) is where Agia Napa and Protaras are located. It's situated on the east coast of the island with beautiful sandy beaches and crystal clear waters. The once famous beachside town of Famagusta (Varosha in Greek) has been in the Turkish side of the Green Line since 1974.

Paphos

Third largest city on the island is Paphos which was once the Roman capital of island and where St Paul preached the gospel. It's on the west coast of the island and is the birthplace of the goddess and patron of the island Aphrodite Greek Goddess of love and beauty. The area is full of myths and legends and overflowing with archaeological treasures which are a must to see. This is also where you'll find the beautiful nature reserve and coastline of the Akamas Peninsula.

Polis

The small town of Polis has the backdrop of the Akamas peninsula and Chrysochous Bay. Although the resort is becoming more popular it still reflects a typical Cypriot lifestyle.

Pissouri Bay

Between Limassol and Paphos is the lovely Cypriot Village of Pissouri. Renowned for its' picturesque square with fountains, shops and tavernas and the lovely Pissouri Bay.

Coral Bay

This very popular holiday resort is just 12km west of Paphos. Coral Bay has a lovely sandy beach and many lovely villas.

St Georges (Ayios Georgios)

A short distance from the village of Pegeia (pronounced Peyia) is the small fishing village of St Georges which is famous for it's lovely little harbor and popular fish tavernas.

To visit Cyprus cities and towns and Cyprus villages it's a good idea to hire a car and then you can visit them at your leisure. You can hire a car online before you arrive or there are many places on the island where you can hire a car.

Driving is on the left so if you're coming from the UK you'll find driving conditions very similar to those at home. The Troodos mountains are a joy to visit and if you visit some of the remote areas of the Akamas Peninsula such as Lara Bay where the endangered logger-head turtles breed, a four-wheel drive will come in handy.