Contributing WriterMost people have a view that Cyprus is all about beaches and swimming pools. But it is about so much more.
Baked in great weather and steeped in magical ancient history and mythology it is a treasure trove of cultural delights from music to adventure, history to luxury.
Here we look at five reasons why you should go.
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Aphrodite’s Beach
This gorgeous beach is home to Aphrodite’s rock, or Petra tou Romiou, where it is said that the Goddess of Love emerged from the ocean. It is a beautiful spot in southern Cyprus with dramatic rock formations and baking sun.
Blue Lagoon
This is one of the most isolated beaches in Cyprus but also one of the most stunning in all of Europe. It is a hidden gem in the north west that is only accessible by quad bike, boat or 4×4, making it all the more magical.
The Ancient Kourion
The Ancient Kourion is an isolated spot west of Limassol and an UNESCO World Heritage Site that dates back to the 8th century BC when Greeks first settled on the island. It is home to a 3500-seat amphitheatre that will take your breath away.
BEONIX
BEONIX is a three-day electronic music festival held in Cyprus from September 22nd to September 24th. Headliners this year are Paul Kalkbrenner, Black Coffee, Maceo Plex, and Stephan Bodzin, with three different stages, 50 DJs, and more than 30 hours of electronic music in all. It goes down at ETKO with art installations adding to the fun.
Troodos Mountains
It’s not all stunning beaches in Cyprus. Should you take a trip to Troodos you will find an unreal Cypriot mountain range that is home to some stunning scenery and off-the-beaten-path places to explore, not far from the centre of the island.