Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean. The most eastern
island in the Mediterranean sea, Cyprus is approximately 105 km west of Syria,
75 km east of Turkey and 380 km north of Egypt. Cyprus is situated south of
Greece and the island of Rhodes is the nearest point, which is about 350 km to
the west.
Cyprus’ climate is mild Mediterranean, with an abundance of sunshine even in
the winter months and only some rainfall. However you can find and enjoy snow in
the winter at Troodos Mountains.
Aphrodite the goddess of love and beauty made her home on Cyprus and many
travelers throughout antiquity came here just to pay her tribute.
This island has seen many civilizations come and go throughout its history,
which is full of legends and myths. Ancient Greeks, Alexander the Great,
Cleopatra, the Romans and many more empires stake their claim here, because many
people tend to get possessive when face with such beauty. Not to mention that Cyprus
is the connecting “key” to three Continents
Nowadays Cyprus is a modern country that manages to combine European culture
with ancient enchantment and tradition. Here you will enjoy the marriage of
alluring beaches with fragrant mountain peaks, vineyards, olive trees and
ancient ruins, traditional stone villages and modern and convenient cities. Here
you live a carefree life where people are willing to stand by you and a
conversation flows freely as sweet wine…
Cyprus’ major cities are Nicosia, which is the only divided capital city in
Europe, Larnaca that probably is the oldest inhabited place in Cyprus, Limassol
which became a flourishing city during the time of the crusaders and today is
called ‘the Paris of Cyprus” and last but not least Paphos that is rapidly
becoming the most important tourist and developing center of Cyprus…
About Paphos-Polis…
Paphos is a small city about 11.000 inhabitants. The old Paphos is also known as
Ktima and modern Paphos is called Kato Paphos, which is the touristic
neighborhood. This modern resort has many hotels, several cafés and bars and an
18 hole golf course. Paphos combines the romantic nature of old times with the
vibrant modern night-life. You can visit several archeological sites close to
the harbor. In former times, New Paphos was the most important city of the
island, but earthquakes and mostly invasions of the Saracens drove most people
to the neighboring hamlet of Ktima.
Some places to visit are: the Paphos District Museum, the Georgios Elliades
collection, the Byzantine fortress of saranta colones (40 columns) , the house
of Theseus and many more interesting places.
Polis was known in the ancient years as Marion, and was probably founded by
Athenian Akamas, son of Theseus, after Trojan war or by a certain Marieus. The
harsh battle for Cyprus between Alexander the Great, Antigonus and Ptolemy led
Marion to destruction. Later a member of Ptolemy dynasty founded a new city
called Arsinoe. In the early Christian ages Arsinoe became an episcopate. In the
Middle Ages this area was referred as Chrysochou and later Polis (of Chrysochou).
Nowadays Polis is the administrative centre of the area which includes 23
Communities.
Polis is located North West of region of Paphos and is situated in a pleasant
and friendly environment, which blends mountains, sea and plain with wonderful
healthy climate, a mild winter, a warm, clear sea and sandy beaches. Polis is
considered as one of the best locations for nature lovers and for those who are
keen on active life, such as hiking, cycling, horse riding and golf. The Tsada
Golf Course is just 15 minutes away from Polis.
Polis is close to where Aphrodite, goddess of love and beauty, used to meet
Adonis. Only a few minutes drive from Polis can lead you to the fishing port of
Latsi reputed for its fish taverns, its sea-sport facilities and boat-rides up
to Akamas. What is more a great advantage of Polis is its close vicinity to the
extraordinary beauty of Akamas peninsula, a unique area geologically and
physiographical.
Furthermore Polis is estimated to be the new destination for future investors
and is now on the first steps of developing. As its name announces (Chrysochou=
Golden) Polis is the Golden Paradise of your dreams…Come and discover it on your
own… |
