DK Travel : Cyprus

Cyprus packs a remarkable array of sights and attractions into such a small space: museums and archaeological sites that span more than five millennia of history, throbbing beach resorts, medieval fortresses, age-old temples standing on empty hillsides, cool mountain forests and pretty valleys chequered with vineyards, grain fields and olive groves all complete the landscape. On an island where one can swim and ski all in the same day, this is truly a holiday paradise with something for everyone.

Marquis de Napa, Agia Napa

Everything from pizza to steak and chips, as well as Cypriot favourites and a reasonable selection for vegetarians.
Mehmetcik Grape Festival

In the heart of northern Cyprus’s vine-growing region, the farming village of Mehmetcik marks another successful wine-producing season with music, dancing and, of course, wine.
Melintzanes Yiahni

On the Turkish side of the “Green Line”, this mélange of aubergines (eggplant) baked in oil with a delicious sauce of garlic and fresh tomatoes is called imam bayildi . In either language, it is one of the tastiest vegetarian options that Cyprus has to offer.
Merit Crystal Cove Hotel, Kyrenia

Perched above the sea about 15 km (10 miles) west of Kyrenia, this huge modern hotel would not look out of place in Las Vegas. With landscaped grounds, two swimming pools, a private beach and one of the North’s smartest casinos, it really feels like a tropical island hide-away.
Meze

Meze is the keynote of Cypriot cooking – not a single dish, but a massive medley of little samples including delicious dips; tasty prawns, whitebait, squid and other fish; sausages; grilled cheese; and fruit or vegetables that are in season. It’s all accompanied by local wine, beer or ouzo .
Mikis Antiques, Ktima Pafos

The place to find old wind-up gramophones and musical instruments.
Mill Restaurant, Kakopetria

The riverside restaurant of Kakopetria’s large hotel features trout and international standards.
Mirabelle, Kyrenia

This French-influenced restaurant on the outskirts of Kyrenia is a fitting place to spoil yourself on the last night of your holiday.
Miramare Bay Resort, Limassol

A state-of-the-art fitness club and spa, fully staffed by trained instructors, set this hotel apart. Thalasso-therapy is a speciality and there is an indoor sun-room pool for cooler days.
Mismaloya Reef

The Mismaloya Reef abounds in shoals of bass and bream, as well as larger pelagic species. One of the remoter dive sites from Pafos, it takes longer to reach and is more suitable for experienced divers and those who don’t mind spending some time at sea.

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