Destination
Larnaca:
Submerge your toes into the temperate sand, let the sun warm your skin as you look out on the dazzling blue Mediterranean sea. Nothing can put back Cyprus for a beach holiday. With a vast coastline and a wide variety of beaches to choose from this is a perfect beach holiday destination. But this is not just what Cyprus can offer. There's a loads of activities you could indulge in. Try the thrilling water-parks, or the adrenal pumping bungee jumping, discover the magic of the underwater world by snorkelling or diving in the tempting crystal clear seas. Windsurfing and sailing can be enjoyed all the year round; coastal cruising and deep-water fishing are also popular here. You could even use this island as a base for short cruises to other nearby countries. Other than having fun and enjoying the sun, sand and sea; this place is also famous for its culture. Step back in time with visiting Choirokoitia, one of the best conserved sites of a prehistoric settlement found in the Eastern Mediterranean, Admire the wonderful floor mosaics of the Roman villas and the remarkable underground Tombs of the Kings, which are carved out of solid rock and decorated with Doric pillars. You can also enjoy an ancient Greek play performed in a Roman theatre with the most spectacular view on a cliff overlooking the sea. For enjoying all the above activities you surely need energy, so why not try out the local cuisines. Fresh local ingredients, a strong mix of herbs and spices and a light sprinkle of olive oil, Cypriot food is in essence Mediterranean, similar to the Greek cuisine with a hint of the Middle East and Asia.
People in the past have praised the flavors of this island. The grains and pulses, sun-ripened fresh fruit and vegetables, high-protein fish, lean meat and poultry, olive oil and wine are both a healthy option as well as an irresistible temptation.
So give free reign to your taste buds and indulge in a culinary feast along with enjoying the activities in this beautiful country Cyprus.
Visa Traveling to Cyprus is very easy. The documentation required varies, depending on your nationality. A valid passport is required for a stay of up to 90 days for all genuine tourists except citizens of European Union countries, Switzerland, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway who may enter Cyprus with their national identity card provided it bears a photo. Some non-EU third country nationals require a visa. Detailed information can be obtained from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Currency: Euro
Electricity: 230 volts
Climate and Weather: Cyprus enjoys an extreme Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers starting in mid-May and lasting until mid-September, mild winters from November to mid-March. Spring and autumn are in short intervals, characterized by smooth weather.
