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.

Akrotiri Peninsula

The peninsula’s salt lake is a refuge in winter for bright pink flamingoes and other migrant birds.
Aktaia Beach Tourist Village, Agia Napa

The largest and most up-market “tourist village” style accommodation in the Agia Napa region has indoor and outdoor pools, watersports, a gym, and is right on the beach.
Alagadi

Endangered loggerhead and green turtles lay their eggs on this undeveloped crescent of sand and shingle. The Society for Protection of Turtles (SPOT) operates a small information centre and takes visitors on turtle-watching walks from May to October, during the nesting season, as well as doing its best to protect eggs and hatchlings.
Alassa Park

This green oasis, with an aviary and flock of peacocks, makes a pleasant change from busy Limassol.
Alexander the Great

Cyprus welcomed Alexander as a liberator from Persian dominance in 325 BC.
Alexander the Great Beach Hotel, Pafos

Choose from standard rooms or luxury suites at this superb resort overlooking Pafos harbour. Activities range from tennis, volleyball and watersports, and eating places include a gourmet restaurant.
Aliada, Limassol

The attractive garden, behind this elegant Limassol mansion, is a delightful place to dine on a summer evening, and there are also four dining rooms inside, much favoured by locals in the know. The food is some of the best in the region, especially the charcoal-grilled dishes.
Almyrolivado

The focal point of this hillside spot is a giant juniper tree, said to be the oldest tree on the island.
Amathous

Founded around 1000 BC, Amathous flourished under the Romans and Byzantines (see Ancient Amathous).
Ambelos, Livadia

Taverna -eating at its best, in an old village house with a terrace draped with vines. A good choice of charcoal-grilled dishes, meze and local wines.

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