THINGS TO DO IN CYPRUS WITH KIDS
Spend a day at a waterpark Cyprus boasts three main waterparks that are open throughout summer to visitors of all ages. The west of the island is serviced by the…
WHO WERE THE PHOENICIANS OF CYPRUS?
AN ANCIENT CIVILISATION The Phoenicians were an ancient civilisation, originating from the region of modern-day Lebanon, parts of Syria and Israel. Known for their seafaring skills, trade networks, and unique…
PAPHOS LIGHTHOUSE
A PAPHOS LANDMARK BRITISH INTERESTS In the late 19th century, The Suez Canal became essential to the British Empire. Ships travelling to and from its colonies in the east relied…
THE ANCIENT MILLS OF PARALIMNI
A HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE THE WINDMILLS FROM THE PAST At the turn of the 20th century, the Famagusta district as a whole featured several mills and their main purpose was to…
THE PAPHOS MOSAICS
SEE THE PAPHOS MOSAICS AT THE PAPHOS ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK A ROMAN LEGACY Cyprus became a province of Rome in 58 BC. Paphos, because of its location on the western coast,…
THE LEGACY OF THE POLEMI CONCENTRATION CAMP
THE VILLAGE OF POLEMI The village of Polemi, in the district of Paphos, has a recent history that includes a little-known, yet uncomfortable reality. Situated on the foothills of the…
A BRIEF HISTORY OF NICOSIA
A BRIEF HISTORY OF NICOSIA A CAPITAL CITY FIVE THOUSAND YEARS OF HISTORY Nicosia has been the capital of Cyprus since the seventh century, but the city has a rich…
GOING BANANAS IN CYPRUS!
CARVING A NICHE IN LOCAL FRUIT MARKETS Banana cultivation in Cyprus has developed over several years. During this time, Cypriot bananas, renowned for their distinctive flavour and high nutritional value,…
THE STORY OF THE CYPRUS FLAG
A FASCINATING STORY The story of how the Cyprus flag came to be is fascinating. The tale of the flag, not only reflects the island’s complex history, but also its…
WHAT DOES A MUKHTARI DO?
THE CYPRUS MUKHTARI WHAT IS A MUKHTARI? The Mukhtari meaning in English probably best translates to local councillor. Whilst the office of the Mukhtari is a remnant from Cyprus’s past,…