{"id":1884,"date":"2018-06-11T12:47:11","date_gmt":"2018-06-11T12:47:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.paphosgolfvilla.com\/?p=1803"},"modified":"2023-07-17T08:57:31","modified_gmt":"2023-07-17T08:57:31","slug":"introduction-paphos-cyprus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.paphosgolfvilla.com\/introduction-paphos-cyprus\/","title":{"rendered":"An Introduction to Paphos Cyprus"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Named as the European capital of culture in 2007, Paphos is a sun-soaked mythological gem, on the western side of Cyprus.&nbsp; Populated since the Neolithic times the town is steeped in Greek history, with many sites dedicated to the goddess of Aphrodite.&nbsp; Old Paphos is also said to be her mythical birthplace.&nbsp; Paphos is also home to the aforenamed Aphrodite hills golf resort; named the 2018 European golf resort of the year. Home to the beautiful&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.paphosgolfvilla.com\">villa Eleaina<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If golf isn\u2019t your think there is plenty to whet the appetite of any archaeology lover, with 12 museums and the nearby \u2018Tomb of the Kings\u2019 world heritage site.&nbsp;&nbsp; The city itself is home to the remains of several forts, amphitheatres and villas, marking Paphos as one of Cyprus\u2019s most important cultural centres.&nbsp; Many of the sites are located in the Kato Paphos Archaeological site, situated close to the waterfront.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"text-center\">Register Interest in our Private Aphrodite Hills Villa<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"elementor-button-link elementor-button elementor-size-md\" href=\"http:\/\/www.paphosgolfvilla.com\/#booking\">Check Dates<\/a><\/p>\n<hr>\n<p>Paphos is also popular for its many pristine golden beaches which attract thousands of tourists every year thanks to the islands year round warm weather.&nbsp; In fact Cyprus typically receives 350 days a year of sun!&nbsp;&nbsp; The popular resort of Coral bay is also not too far, just a short 20 minute drive from Paphos.<\/p>\n<p>The fourth largest city in Cyprus, it is home to some 66,000 residents.&nbsp; The town itself is nestled between the beautiful surrounding hills, adorned with indigenous olive and citrus trees.<\/p>\n<p>If you fancy relaxation away from the many beach strips on the Paphos coastline the tranquil Adonis baths are a recommended visit.&nbsp; The site features calming natural waterfalls on two levels where visitors can bathe and cool down from the summer heat.&nbsp; The site is also home to marvellous status of lovers Aphrodite and Adonis, as well as Athena and Priapos.&nbsp; For a little extra relaxation the Adonis Baths also provide mud therapy.<\/p>\n<p>Paphos international airport has direct flights from several European countries including the UK.&nbsp; The airport is conveniently located a short drive away from the city.<\/p>\n<p>The city has enjoyed year-on-year growth with thousands of tourists visiting and more countries opening up flights to Paphos international airport.&nbsp; The sense of security is a definite bonus, with low crime rates the city is a safe, welcoming place for all the family.<\/p>\n<p>One thing\u2019s for sure, the once European capital of culture certainly has a lot to offer, whether you\u2019re after a relaxing beach holiday or want to take in some of the rich history the city has to offer, there is something for everyone.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2 class=\"text-center\">Register Interest in our Private Aphrodite Hills Villa<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"elementor-button-link elementor-button elementor-size-md\" href=\"http:\/\/www.paphosgolfvilla.com\/#booking\">Check Dates<\/a><\/p>\n<hr>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Named as the European capital of culture in 2007, Paphos is a sun-soaked mythological gem, on the western side of Cyprus.&nbsp; Populated since the Neolithic times the town is steeped in Greek history, with many sites dedicated to the goddess of Aphrodite.&nbsp; Old Paphos is also said to be her mythical birthplace.&nbsp; Paphos is also&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2704,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8,9],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.3 - 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