Floating on the waters of the European Mediterranean, but pointing longingly towards the shores of Syria, Turkey and Lebanon, Cyprus is an odd mixture. It is a kaleidoscopic blend: its cultural influences are dominated by Western Europe, but its geographic proximity to Asia and Africa gives it more than just a hint of the East.
Crusader castles rub shoulders with ancient vineyards, frescoed monasteries overlook citrus orchards, and sandy, sun-soaked feet tread Roman mosaic floors.
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has a reasonable claim to being the oldest city in Cyprus, with evidence of habitation up to 6000 years ago.
Modern Larnaca, like other Cypriot coastal towns, is divided into an older city center and a wide sprawl of hotels and restaurants along the beach.
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is the second largest city (behind the capital, Nicosia) of Cyprus. Following the Turkish invasion in 1974, it has become the principal sea port and has also developed into a significant tourist destination.
The journey to Limassol is an interesting one, as the path is filled with many historical sites.
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is a small town at the southwestern tip of Cyprus, between the coast and the Troodos Mountains.
Paphos is renowned as the birthplace of Greek goddess Aphrodite. Modern-day Paphos is divided in two, with the upper section up the hill being the commercial center, and lower Kato Paphos containing the main archaeological points of interest, as well as most hotels and tavernas.
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If curiosity draws you out of the cities, you'll discover the small villages of the Akamas Peninsula and the heavenly golden beaches of the Karpas Peninsula.
Walk the gorgeous Troodos and Kyrenia mountain ranges and inhale the scent of the citrus groves of Morfou. Or climb to the medieval castles with their shimmering island views. Wander through the sea of wildflowers covering the island in spring and Cyprus will take your breath away.
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