Cyprus, located in eastern Mediterranean region of Europe, stands third in the competition of the largest islands in the Mediterranean. Its landscape ranges right from the rocky shorelines, lukewarm beaches, rock-strewn hills, and forest-spread mountains. The island has been modernized on a large scale after it became the member of the European Union. Therefore, the secret that captivates and thrills you here is the modern look proud of its well preserved historic background, legends, and natural landscapes. All this is well exhibited in its stone villages, extravagant resorts, aromatic citrus groves, and fresh mountains.
Heartthrob of the island is the Aphrodite’s isle that is famous for its legend of the goddess of love been emerged from its waves. Augmenting your excitement further, the island holds some of old UNESCO-listed sites, sun-soaked sandy beaches with transparent waters, and varied landscapes including the pine-clad mountains.
The Venetian walls, castles, and Roman mosaics give a testimony of 10,000-year old history of the island. In the modern life today, many rules or manners must be taken care of. Cypriots consider it impolite to say ‘no’ to Greek coffee or a cold drink. Further, photography is not allowed near military camps and in churches with frescoes or icons.
Greek Orthodox and Islam being the religions found here, nearly 80 percent of the population speaks Greek followed by Turkish spoken by the Turkish Cypriots. The Greek language here is not the same as the Greek of Greece. In the stream of Tourism; English, German, and French are spoken well.
Tourists’ Attractions
Nicosia
This is the capital of Cyprus. Attractions here are the Cyprus Museum, a storehouse of archaeological treasures, the Folk Art Museum, the new Archbishop’s Palace, St John’s Cathedral, intricate churches, the Byzantine Museum/Makarios Cultural Centre, and the Omeriye Mosque.- Tamassos
Explore the Royal Tombs and Agios Irakleidios Monastery here. - Peristerona
Discover the five-dome church and the mosque here. - Deftera
This is famous for its nearby Panagia Chrysospiliotissa Church situated in a cliff-side cave. - Larnaca
This is a popular resort town. Attractions here are the Agios Lazaros Church and its Byzantine Museum, District Archaeological Museum, Larnaca Fort, Pierides Private Archaeological Museum, the Natural History Museum, the Tornaritis-Pierides Palaeontology Museum; little relics of old Kition, an ancient mosque near the airport in stunning gardens just next to the Larnaca Salt Lake. This lake dries up in summer and is the home of migratory flamingos in winter. - Lefkara
This is a hamlet to the west that offers its handmade lace and the Convent of Agios Minas. 
Stavrovouni Monastery
This is situated on atop a hill off the Limassol-Nicosia road. In addition, you can visit the Crusader-era Chapelle Royal near Pyrga here.- Limassol Castle
This stands as a watchman for the old harbor. Within the fort, you can visit the Cyprus Medieval Museum. The other attractions are a Folk Art Museum, the Limassol District Archaeological Museum, and a zoo in the Municipal Gardens. - Kourion
The worth visiting attraction here is the finest Graeco-Roman theatre that conducts the shows including Shakespearean plays in summer. This theatre is located on a steep hillside near Episkopi. Next in the line, is the House of Eustolios with splendid mosaics, the Acropolis holding the relics of the Roman-era forum, and the Christian Basilica. Ahead of this city, do visit the old stadium and the Sanctuary of Apollo Ylatis. - Pafos
This is the flourishing town of rich old sites and a resort. Famous here are the series of Roman villa remains close to the harbor that are the World Heritage sites. Prominent structures are the House of Dionysos, Villa of Theseus, and the Tombs of the Kings. - Grotto of Fresh Water Pool – The Aphrodite
Situated at the border of the Akamas Peninsula, a popular belief holds that the Greek goddess of love took bath here. - Kouklia
Go through the relics of old Palaia Pafos and the Temple of Aphrodite. Also, visit the coastline that is the home of the Petra tou Romiou – Rock of Aphrodite. 
Troodos Mountains
This reforested landscape is blessed with amazing scenes and is situated in the heart of the island. It is further famous for skiing in winters. The mountains are proud to hold the nine Byzantine churches for its beautiful frescoes, which are listed in the World Heritage Sites. This site holds the great potential for hiking, cycling, and bird watching too. Famous for outing is the Platres on the southern slopes that comes on the way to Mount Olympus, which is the highest peak.- Omodos
This is a renovated village that offers the Stavros Monastery and a small Folk Art Museum. - Kataklysmos (the Greek Orthodox Whitsun) Feast
Although celebrated throughout the island, in Larnaca, folk horde the coast for water sports, singing, dancing, and eating. - Hiking
With its clean trails, you can opt to do so at Atalante, Kaledonia, and Persephone in the Troodos area, Aphrodite and Adonis in Akamas, and the forests of Machairas and Limassol. - Skiing
Try this in the Platres and Kakopetria areas of Mount Olympus from January to mid March. 
Water Sports
These include windsurfing, kite-surfing, diving, paragliding, and swimming at the beaches of Geroskipou, Dasoudi, Larnaca, Governor’s, Dassoudi (Limassol), and Germasogeia (Limassol).- Lady’s Mile Beach
Situated to the south of Limassol on the Akrotiri Peninsula, you will find children making sand castles. - Beaches of Ayia Napa and Protaras
Famous for family holiday sites, turquoise seas, glittering sands, and water sports attract tourists from all parts of the world. Waterskiing and kite-surfing are presented by some resorts that provide water parks and boat trips. Ayia Napa is also famous for its parties and Go-karts track. - Cape Gkreko
Due to the coastline sinking around with rocky bays and minor beaches, this is famous for snorkelling, scuba-diving, boat trips, and picnics. - Pre-Lenten Carnival
This is conducted in Limassol that is celebrated with bands, floats, and dancing. - Best Items
Do not miss the apples from the highest hamlet – Prodromos; cherries from Pedoulas located in the fertile Marathasa Valley; mineral water from Moutoullas; and rose water and mineral water from Agros. 
Karpaz Peninsula
This is famous for its breathtaking scenery.- Kyrenia Mountain Trail
This is a new offering to the visitors. - Korineum Golf & Country Club
This is famous for its golf at 18-hole located in the base of the Five Finger Mountain Range. - Akamas National Park
Offering preserved natural environs, this is popular for its protected turtles laying eggs in the stunning beautiful Lara Bay each year.
