Oenophiles will love the variety of these interesting wineries
Explore the mountainous side of Cyprus and plan your wine trip around awarded wineries. Don’t forget to try Commandaria, the famous dessert wine made from over-ripened Xinisteri grapes and red Mavro, picked and left to shrivel and sweeten in the sun before being crushed. Richard the Lionheart served it at his wedding and is said to have declared it the 'wine of kings and the king of wines'. It is officially the oldest named wine in the world. You can try it in one of the fourteen villages that produce it in Limassol.
The blissful climate makes Cyprus the perfect autumn beach destination
The island has some of the finest beaches in Mediterranean, with the tree-lined, turquoise-watered Akamas in the northwest. Those in the north of the island, like Pissouri between Limassol and Paphos, with its crystal-clear sea and rickety wooden taverna, is like stepping into a little slice of paradise. Don’t forget to dive in Protaras or Ayia Napa with the endless blue seas.
Explore the island's countryside for an unforgettable cycling experience
Cyprus is host to sportspeople and teams of all genres. Sunny, with a hint of mild weather and just a dash of rainfall, cyclists, runners, footballers and golfers come from all over the world to take advantage of a training ground open year-round.
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Immerse yourself in the history of Cyprus through the numerous routes dedicated to exploring the culture of the island. Follow in the footsteps of Aphrodite, the Greek Goddess of Beauty and Love who is said to have been born from the seas of Pafos itself. This island it's the perfect cultural pairing.
Food is so inseparable from experience and place
All the swimming and lounging and napping will make you hungry, and Cyprus shines with its mix of rustic, simple, and hearty cuisine. Many tavernas are set in restored traditional stone houses and serve up seafood caught that very day and hip lively restaurants with an urban touch serve inspired Mediterranean dishes and recipes from all around the world.