The Paphos Aphrodite Festival is a yearly event taking place every September that gets the coastal city very busy. An ensemble of popular opera performs on invitation by festival organizers and makes a commendable show for opera and music lovers. In the past, performances included Verdi, Bizet, and Puccini. It has become a celebrated event in Cyprus since the first time it was organized in 1999. The open air venue located at the Castle Square lends to the perfect environment and atmosphere for everyone.

Amateur and professional runners are invited to join the Cyprus Marathon every March in the Paphos area. The sporting event incorporates three different distances for participation which includes ten kilometer road race, half marathon, and marathon. Join runners coming from all over the globe in the run from the starting point at Petra tou Romiou up to the finish at the square of the medieval castle. It is practically running Aphrodite’s legendary birth place to a road on the seafront of Paphos. The runners are provided excellent facilities due to a very well- organized event that includes more fun from more activities for friends and families such as the traditional Greek and Cypriot dancing.

Another annual major event happens every May called Pharos International Chamber Music Festival. World’s best musicians are gathered for top rated performances of classical music. The festivity takes a week long of fun-filled enjoyment for guests and locals alike. The activities switch among two locations, that is, the PASYDY Auditorium located in Nicosia and in a UNESCO World Heritage site known as the Royal Manor House in Kuoklia. Cypriots boast of the Royal Manor House as among the luxurious surviving monuments on the island that is of Frankish architecture. In addition, it has proximity to an archeological site as it is situated next to Aphrodite’s sanctuary. The Pharos International Chamber Music Festival was started since year 2000 by the event organizers Paros Trust. The event is facilitated by the support from the community council of Kuoklia and by French Cultural Center while enables recitals, series of lectures, and chamber concerts to be rendered during the period of the festivity.

It is time for Paradise Jazz Festival in the district of Paphos every September. The founders David Locke and Socratis are the owners of a bar and restaurant named Paradise Place near Pomos where the festivity is held since it foundation in 1999. In 2007, however, in an effort to expand the festival, the venue was moved to Polis Chrysohous center. It then attracted more people and better funding is received. To date, the festival has maintained its aim to bring over to Cyprus the best young jazz musicians of London for best performances in a comfortable and inspirational location.

This is a come one, come all invitation for foreigners and locals to experience the Cypriot tradition, the dancing, great food, and fun for which the Paphos region is famous for. Make the unique experience now. Make it a Cypriot experience.

Ever since the State University of Nicosia developed the Global Learning Semesters to be the organization that serves as its international marketing agency and student support center, the number of its students’ enrollment continues to increase by hundreds every year. This is, nonetheless, still low due to various factors, some of which are enumerated below.

One great misconception about Cyprus is that it’s a dangerous location because it a bi-communal state separated by a UN demilitarized zone. What most people, probably do not know, is that Cyprus is a stable country that has not that has not had any form of violence since 1974. In fact its bi-communal status makes it such an excellent place to learn more about international cooperation and relations, active UN-led negotiations and communal or ethnic polarization in a stable and non-violent society.

It is also good to get to understand a little more about the location of this nation. Cyprus does not experience the security issues characteristic of the “Middle Eastern” states. Cyprus is a Christian nation that neighbors Greece and is an ally of Egypt, Turkey and Israel. This country is culturally diverse as it lies at the crossroads of Middle Eastern, European, and North African civilizations. An average student would therefore be exposed to a Mediterranean experience not seen in any other place.

The State University of Nicosia is, without doubt, one of the best schools in Cyprus. It is one of a kind independent, co-educational, and equal opportunity institution that combines the best aspects of western education, high standards plus an international philosophy. Situated in Nicosia, an island that serves as the country’s capital, this university has fast risen to become a global center of education. It also boasts of a diverse student population comprising of members from different parts of the world. It has achieved continued excellence in all its programs through the adoption of high teaching standards. Besides the usual classroom curriculum, the Nicosia University offers a wide range of activities that the students can become involved in such as sports, student clubs and associations, seminars and public lectures.

Additionally, the university is an approved European Credit Transfer System member and is aggressively involved in community service campaigns in areas like environmental protection, fighting global hunger and prison inmates’ skills and knowledge building. To this end, it was recognized by the United Nations and awarded the prestigious “Global 500.”

Foreign students from non-Greek speaking countries have the chance to take courses in all departments apart from Education.
Some of the departments and the respective courses that might be of interest to you include:
- Business (Business Administration, Accounting, Management, Marketing and Hospitality Management)
- Humanities, Law and Social Sciences (Communications, Architecture, International Relations, Interior Design and law)
- Science( Nursing, Computer Science/Engineering, and Electronic Engineering)

Something even more wonderful and worth noting is that the best schools in Cyprus provide comprehensive student services ranging from site orientation, maximum support from staff, academic, housing and personal support to all the foreign students.

These magnificent Cypriot beaches offer cheap self-catering holiday to luxurious all-inclusive beach holiday.  Visit one from among the following list of some of the best beaches Cyrus has to offer:

• Diana Beach – Literally hit rock bottom. This artificial sandy beach requires your surf shoes to walk the rocky water bottom. Go bare on a sun bed or care for an umbrella between you and the summer sun or let the air blow off as you drive your way around the beach with a scooter.
• Alagadi Turtle Beach – The wide-ranging shallow part makes a great space for swimming the rocky sea floor. You may have to spare the turtle some space though, in case your visit happens to be in time for the egg-laying season of the Loggerhead and Green turtles. You may be lucky enough for a rare experience of witnessing a turtle rise from the waters, go onshore, and lay eggs. Call it wonder of nature happening right in front of your eyes.
• Escape Beach – Get the experience of something far from the ordinary. An outdoor disco on a beach is indeed an escape from life’s little troubles. Name you kind of water sport from SCUBA diving to snorkeling and what more and they have it at the Escape beach. Play volleyball on its sandy beach as you retire from your underwater activity and later dance and drink all your worries away in the outdoor discos. European disc jockeys add to the mix. This beach is recommended for groups, families, and singles alike.
• Protaras Beach – This is the best-known beach in the municipality of Protaras as it caters to visitors a wide array of aqua sports.
• Ladies’ Mile Beach – More than sandy beach, the Ladies’ Mile is golden sandy. Come as a family and the kids will surely find the clear, shallow, and calm waters very irresistible as parents find the beach very safe. By the way, ironic as it may be, Ladies’ Mile Beach is mile long but nothing in the beach is just for ladies.
• Curium Beach – The restoration of Roman Amphitheater is without a doubt an outstanding craftsmanship. Rebuilding it high above the Curium Beach waters makes it an out-of-this-world work of art. This ingenious structure indeed captures visitors by the heart as boats pass by from the vantage. It can be a rough sea at times but in general, its gentleness favors swimmers and lovers of water sports. A crowd is reflective of its popularity but can never go against the vast seawaters.
• Pissouri Beach – This sandy pebbled beach is right in Pissouri village, thus, the name. Complimented by various water sports available is a school for SCUBA diving. Serenity rarely happens on weekends when there is over-crowding. Join the crowd on a weekend if you find more is merrier or otherwise visit Pissouri Beach any day of the week.

If you search harder enough, you may be able to find this fig tree up and alone on the beach amidst hotels and restaurants that line the beach front. This tree obviously named the Fig Tree Bay Beach. More beaches from rocky to sandy await Cyprus visitors for sailing, swimming, playing, sporting, and fishing. Explore Cyprus beaches and reap rich experiences as reward. Greatest beaches are all over and even if you will not find the waters so great, they surely would compensate onshore. The summer heat on sun beds, bars and restaurants add to the mix. Happy Cyprus Summer Holidays!

More adventures to go at Paphos Municipal Beach. It is close to the main thoroughfare and very accessible by stairs except for people on wheelchair. It makes a really nice place for dipping and wading around as your stuff safely sits on the sand. This place seems to give the refreshing atmosphere and have no desire for money. The calm beach made even calmer by stone breakwaters houses taverns serving reasonably priced refreshments. Hotels and sun beds which seem to have taken over the beach have indeed brought a home for relaxation amidst nature inspired by the security of round the clock lifeguards. There’s nothing more to ask for than a safe swimming area and the best of facilities that you can walk from your hotel room for a welcoming break from your hotel pool. It is indeed walking an esplanade from hotel comfort to relaxing in a sun-lounge area and on to splashing outdoor seawaters or a workout in an outdoor gym. Call that an easy one-step access. A foot wash comes in very handy for the short walk on your way back to your hotel room.

Spare four hours for a boat trip around Paphos coastline to Coral Bay aboard the immaculate Ocean Flyer, a large motor boat and get set for scuba diving. A relaxed and friendly atmosphere is a service guarantee of several scuba diving operators for complete beginners and experienced divers alike with high equipment quality that complements professional dive leaders. Plan your trip and book on schedule for best arrangements. It is usual, though, for changes in dive sites to conform to the weather condition as this has a direct effect on diving conditions. The alternative dive sites provided will certainly provide a more suitable diving condition without meaning the other sites are no good. It is clear to state that all scuba diving sites experience bad weather at a certain point making the others a better one for diving at that time. Moreover, divers are able to maximize time as there is no rush in exploring the vast underwater, circling the swim-throughs, discovering marine ecology, and experiencing a very close brush with sea life. There is always plenty of opportunity for the kind of exploration you like and as you desire, additional dives are offered.

The scuba diving service providers in Cyprus holds passion for diving that renders unmatched dedication to leisure and service at any day for beginners and experienced divers, young and old. Whether you go for training, adventure, enjoyment, or anything in between, this is where you go first class. Great onshore and offshore activities await you at the Cyprus beaches. A touch of the especially spectacular sunset makes a wonderful addition for fun, adventure, outrageous outdoors, and beyond.

Discover the history of the island through a visit to its main attractions like the Venetian Walls and Kyrenia Gate in Nicosia. See for yourself this historical site built by the Ottomans in the 16^th century called Paphos Fort and the ruins of the Church of St. George in Famagusta. Explore the biggest mountain range of the island, The Troodos Mountains and trek the hiking trails or choose from among the several intricate monasteries and the winter sports resort. You should not miss to be present in the spot said to be where the legendary goddess Aphrodite met her lover Adonis, The Baths of Aphrodite. The little pond in Polis is fenced off these days and swimmers are no longer allowed into the cold water, however, it still makes a delightful picnic area for your friends and family.

Shopping, dining and nightlife will be best experienced in Ayia Napa, the island’s nightlife hub composed of a wide selection of bars and clubs, all competing for visitors and local resident’s custom. Party in big clubs, watch circus performances, or dig and delve in international cuisines available or otherwise experience cocktails and simple dishes in serenity at the Aquafront over at Larnaca.

The Cyprus Island is strategically located, so much so that it was prone to constant invasions from long time ago. As each and every invader spends time on the island, each leaves a mark of its own culture and civilization on the island of Cyprus, and this resulted to numerous influences by the Greeks, Romans, early Christian, Crusader Knight, Templar, Venetian, Muslims, Turkish, British, and a lot more. These influences will be observed in the presence of Roman mosaics, Christian monasteries, Crusader fortresses and castles and plenty of other attractions and ruins way back from the Classic Age and through the Middle Ages.

There are many other spectacular beaches Cyprus has to offer as well as water parks, golf courses, spas, restaurants and much more. The Cyprus Handicrafts Centre offers products such as beautiful handmade lace and embroideries, as well as pottery and leatherwork. Pick up a few to remember Cyprus and how it was to experience a magical vacation.

Cheap flights to Cyprus are available throughout the year and Cyprus Airways is highly recommended among major airlines flying into the island’s main airports. Getting around are made convenient by island-wide bus services available for journeys throughout Cyprus as well as intercity transport services. Taxis are relatively cheap and readily available in Cyprus but should be hired ahead of time. Keep hold of the business card of the reliable driver for rehiring in your future visits. For sure, you will return for more magical experiences. Book now and make your vacation simply magical. Make it simply Cyprus.

Regardless of where you are located on the island there will always be something for you to see and do on your vacation. Whether you want live music, wine festivals or art exhibitions, there is plenty on hand.

There are many annual events that have proved to be incredibly popular, and attract huge numbers of people. Therefore, organization and planning are essential to guarantee that you can attend these events. Once you have booked your flights and the accommodation, you can begin to plan your packed itinerary for your visit.

Paphos Aphrodite festival is an annual event for opera lovers. This takes place in the beautiful coastal city of Paphos in celebration of the goddess of love and beauty. Every year the organizers invite renowned opera singers to perform in the city. This festival has been running since 1999 and has had several different, amazing opera singers in that string of time.

Paradise Jazz festival is one of the popular Cyprus events this September that attracts a huge number of visitors. This festival was originally held in Pomos, however, in 2007 it changed its location to Paphos. This allowed the venue to be larger, attracting more entertainers, better funding and more people to enjoy the event. The festival lets you experience live jazz and blues and an eclectic mix of other shows.

The Dionysia Festival is just one of the unique and fascinating festivals held in Cyprus, however, this one is in September and incredibly popular. After the long hot summer, the local people hold this festival to honor the Greek god of wine. With that you’ll know that the celebrations are heavily focused on Cyprus’ fine wines. However, these are not the only attraction. Dionysia Festival comes with traditional dances and display of local arts and crafts.

Septemberfest is becoming one of the most awaited events in Cyprus and offers a huge variety of activities. The Nicosia beer festival offers the opportunity to sample over 40 different beers including locally produced varieties. Alongside the beer, there are music performers, food stalls and local talent.

The Ledenes Street Market is another incredibly popular event this September and offers a different experience. As the market arrives there is a hive of activity as both locals and tourists want to enjoy the brilliant array products displayed on stalls. Whether you want handmade crafts, books, clothes or vintage antiques, there are stalls for everyone to enjoy.

There are many events to follow this September and October, and researching before you travel will ensure that your schedule will coincide with the events of your liking.

It may be far too hot to take in all the sights but it would be brilliant to get to walk among lots of history if you are a culture vulture. Visiting places like Kato Paphos Archaeological Park actually costs a fortune but not in this big site with even a very helpful information centre. It can be a hot experience, not much cover from the sun, but very worthwhile with breath taking mosaics and architectural remains. Take plenty of water, take your time and enjoy all the park has to offer. The mosaics are the main attraction obviously but the various ruins all lend to the atmosphere. There are cold drinks machines in the center of the park and its location by the harbor area makes it easy to retreat to a cafe for recovery after hours on a hot day. Alternatively, you may go early before the heat sets in for shaded areas along the way. You cannot live in or visit Cyprus without visiting the Paphos archaeologies. This is where history was made.

Ayios Neophytos Monastery, just like Chrysorrogiatissa Monastery in Cyprus, is well worth the drive up into the hills to spend a hour in the monastery grounds, church and museum. In addition, spectacular views, car park, toilets, shops, and cafes are bound to be a further attraction that lines the serene location top of the hill location. Go into the caves carved into the rocks to see the stunning 12th century remains. The church that is beautiful inside and out is a welcome relief from the heat with lovely flowers everywhere and is a holy place indeed.

Experience hospitality and free wine-tasting overlooking the remains of a former village at Kolios Winery. This family run restaurant within a modern stone winery serves excellent meat dishes prepared by the proprietor’s wife but also caters for vegetarians.  Dine to your pleasure after a short wine tasting and an interesting our and talk. Visit on a not so cloudy day for a great scenic view. No free food, just excellent value, good quality wine. Try Status 99, a real standout. Make sure entry of this delightful beverage will be allowed by you home country, or enjoy it for the rest of your stay. Let’s drink to Cyprus. Cheers!

Cyprus can offer a lot for travellers who love the beach, history, rich culture and tradition. Cypriots, as what we call the people from Cyprus are known for their genuine friendliness and extreme hospitality, it is even advised that if something has been offered to you, it is quite expected to accept a little of what they are giving you even if you don’t really want it, it is considered common courtesy. Being in a place of fusion of races Cypriots are also known to value and appreciate art, literature and music very well.

If you are a religious enthusiast, you can also go around and enjoy a heritage tour for churches, Cyprus offers some of the most beautiful and lavish set of churches which took them years to construct as evidence that they take religious observance seriously. While being located near the sea, it is expected to experience a hot and humid weather, this is why light and cotton type of clothing is strongly advised for both local and tourists but this feeling doesn’t go unrewarded because you can spend your day eating seafood as often as you wish without having to worry about the cost too much compared as when you are in other parts of the globe like America or Europe.

Cyprus, being a place good for growing grapes is also known for great tasting wines, so if you are a wine aficionado or just someone who wants to relax with a drink or two, Cyprus wines are also a good variety to try. Getting around Cyprus is easy, it is common to find rental services around so it’s only just a matter of knowing your preference on which you really want to utilize within the day and you’re already good to go. Name it – taxicabs, bicycles, cars or even boats to go around the islands are available to cater every need. In this paradise, you can surely sip, eat and savor Cyprus any way you want it.

So what are you waiting for? Isn’t today just the perfect timing to give in and try out this new destination? Visit your nearest travel agent today and hop on the next plane out to this breathtaking country! It’s far from your usual pick but it sure is 100% guaranteed to be pleasurable, memorable and worth every penny you’ve worked hard for. More than anyone else, you deserve it.

DJs from Cyprus and other parts of Europe are invited for this special festival. Individuals who are 18 years old and above are welcome to party, while those who are younger should be accompanied by a guardian. As for the dress code, clothes showing too much skin and those that express an explicit political, social movement or group are strictly prohibited.

The organizers of the festival exerted a lot of effort and time to decorate the event’s venue. Therefore, they are very protective of the embellishments used to beautify the place and have security personnel keeping an eye on people who tamper with the items. Obstinate guests will be escorted outside the setting and are barred from joining the festival again.

This year, the Summerland Festival will be held at Palm Lined Beach of Finikoudes Larnaka. It is situated in a place where spectators can appreciate the natural surroundings and attendants will keep an eye on each and every person to make sure that the festival ground will be as clean as possible.

This year’s Summerland Festival is a fund-raising event. The event directors are making it happen together with Dance4Life Organization which supports the anti-HIV cause. The organization’s aim is to unite young people aged 13 to 19 years old as well as to educate them to push back the spread of HIV/AIDS. The group originated in the Netherlands, but is slowly making their name and cause known in different parts of Europe. Thus, they decided to collaborate with the coordinators of Cyprus’ Summerland Festival. The Dance4Life Organization aims to reach out to young people in Cyprus as well as to the island country’s tourists. Attendees of the affair not only experience two days of dance music, but they are also supporting a charity event.

1. International Festival Of Ancient Greek Drama

This event starts in the middle of July and goes on till the middle of August. During this one month, you and your family members would be enthralled by the amazing epic adventures that are staged by the drama troupes from across the globe. These heroic adventure dramas are conducted in three state of the art amphitheaters including the famous Kourion Amphitheater, Makarios III Amphitheater and Ancient Odeon. Kourion Amphitheater is located in Lemesos. Lemesos has a number of other attractions to spend time with your family members.

2. Summer Dance festival

This is a unique dance festival that is held in public places in the city of Lemesos. The dance festival is held for a period of one week in the first week of August. This festival has been organized primarily to draw attraction of the people, who don’t have time to spare for coming to a theater.

3. Lemesos International Documentary Festival

This documentary film festival show cases the documentary films and short films created by the film makers from across the globe. This festival happens in the first week of August at Theatro Eno near the municipal market in Lemesos

4. Wine Festival

Your Cyprus Holidays would be made far more exciting by this yearly wine festival. It starts in the last week of August and continues till the first week of September. This wine festival has been happening since 1961 and takes place in the Municipal gardens in Lemesos. By participating in this wine festival, you could enjoy different types of wines manufactured by the local manufacturers in Cyprus. There are some manufacturers who offer casks of free wine. In addition to tasting wine, you could also taste the traditional cuisine that comes in different tasty flavors. The entire garden gets transformed and wears a festive look with live music shows, traditional dance performances and theater shows.

5. Pafos Aphrodite Festival

This is a 3 day open air Opera festival that happens in the harbour city of Paphos. This year the festival opens with the magnum opus Otello, which is produced and presented by the famous Slovak theatre called the Opera of the Slovak National Theatre.

The festival venue, Pafos Castle Square is a great place to spend time with your family members. With the sea as the back drop, this castle provides a perfect setting for the audience to enjoy the opera.

Paphos

Cyprus Holidays are incomplete without visiting the different attractions available in Paphos. Paphos is a UNESCO listed world heritage site and has a number of archeological sites to visit. The Greek Olympian Goddess of Love and Beauty, Aphrodite is set to have risen from the sea side in this town. Some of the other attractions in Paphos include the Mosaics, Tombs of the kings and the Paphos Odeon.