Family holidays in Paphos are popular with the British and the area is considered one of the nicest resorts in Cyprus. Paphos is divided into two areas, the modern beach area known as Kato Paphos and historical Paphos town. On the beachfront there are lots of little restaurants and tavernas set around the picturesque medieval harbour and an array of music bars and clubs. Paphos town itself is a maze of narrow streets lined with little shops selling local handicrafts including pottery and silver. There are four main beaches in the resort and holidays in Paphos offer lots of watersports from parasailing to scuba diving. The beautiful resort of Coral Bay is just North of Paphos and has one of the finest beaches in the area.
The currency was changed to the Euro (EUR) on 1 January 2008. Major credit cards are accepted at most establishments. Money and travellers cheques can be exchanged at banks, open from Monday to Friday. There are ATMs spread throughout the island, operating 24 hours a day.
Holidays in Paphos
Paphos the former capital of Cyprus was the birthplace of Aphrodite and is home to lots of ancient historic sites. Paphos holidays should include excursions to the Tomb of the Kings, the Baths of Aphrodite and a trip to see the beautiful mosaics at the House of Dionysus. Diving holidays in Paphos are also incredibly popular having great conditions for both beginners and more experienced divers.
Language
The majority of Cypriots speak Greek, and a small percentage speaks Turkish. The Greek Cypriot dialect differs from mainland Greece. English, German and French are spoken in tourist areas.
Nightlife in Paphos
Nightlife in Paphos is very varied. There are many pubs and restaurants lining the sea front catering for the British market, whilst Paphos town is home to more traditional bars and tavernas. There is also a selection of late night bars and clubs open until the early hours for those wanting to party all night
