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…