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Cyprus is country which is gaining in popularity year on year as people begin to learn about the excellent resorts which grace this Mediterranean island. Great weather, food and some great beaches make this island well worth visiting. Below we look at 10 reasons to visit Cyprus.
1. Cyprus beaches are among the best in the world for their pure white sand and gorgeous coastline. Many of them are quiet and unspoiled, far from tourist attractions, and are the perfect place to kick back and relax.
2. Nea Paphos, also known as New Paphos, is a must-see for history lovers. The ruins of the ancient city built circa the 4th century BC are the remains of a city destroyed by the elements (an earthquake in this case). It was once surrounded by tall walls. The mosaics at the Odeion, which is at the heart of the city, are a fascinating sight. Excavation is still underway in search of more discoveries of the old world. The city also has an open air theatre, which was restored in 1970. The area is tourist friendly and even has toilet facilities near the entrance to the complex.
3. Try a Cypriot mezze meal. A mix of Greek and Turkish flavors, a mezze offers the diner a whole range of dishes and numerous courses that never seems to end. Meat, salad, and fruit are staples of the meal. Some of the delicacies that could be included are haloumi, meatballs, mousaka, kebabs, Greek salad, chicken, fish, olives, pita breads, Greek dips, stifado, and kleftiko.
4. The Tomb of the Kings is another beautiful piece of ancient history that is open to modern day visitors. Recognized as a World Heritage site, the area contains tombs and chambers from the Hellenistic and Roman eras, dating back to the 3rd century BC. Contrary to the name, there are no kings buried here. Instead, the seven tombs were made for upper class people of that time.
5. For a country steeped in history, the museums are a must-see. The Archaeological Museum in Ano Paphos hosts 18th century artifacts, tools, jars, and old coins as well as Roman pottery and statues. The Byzantine Museum hosts copies of scriptures, documents and vessels from the 13th to the 14th centuries. The Ethnographical Museum showcases coins and axe heads as well as a beautiful garden featuring a unique rock tomb.
6. Visit the Troodos mountains in the wintertime to ski or in the summertime or springtime to hike, mountain bike, and have picnics. Take a look at some of the monasteries and churches that rest at the foothills.
7. Bargain prices for everything from visiting sites to accommodation to food and wine are one excellent reason to visit Cyprus. The value for money here is incredibly good, making it the perfect tourist destination for families, backpackers, or budget travelers.
8. For those tired of the cold, the warm (hot, even) climate of Cyprus is a welcome break. Summertime temperatures can be pretty high and it does get rather humid, so if moderation is your thing, springtime is the best time to visit.
9. See the ruins of places mentioned in the Bible. Salamis was the landing site for Paul, Barnabas, and John Mark when they sailed from Antioch to Cyprus to preach the Gospel.
10. As one of Europe's oldest wine producers, a trip to Cyprus must include tasting the local wines, particularly those made by the smaller wineries.
Orson Johnson writes for Holiday Velvet, a website providing Cyprus holiday rentals and Vacation accommodation worldwide.
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Salamis, Cyprus $66.91 High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles Salamis was an ancient citystate on the east coast of Northern Cyprus, at the mouth of the river Pedieos, 6 km north of modern Famagusta.The earliest archaeological finds go back to the eleventh century BCE (Late Bronze Age III). The copper ores of Cyprus made the island an essential node in the earliest trade networks, and Cyprus was a source of the orientalizing cultural traits of mainland Greece at the end of the Greek Dark Ages, hypothesized by Walter Burkert in 1992. Childrens burials in Canaanite jars indicate a Phoenician presence. A harbour and a cemetery from this period have been excavated. The town is mentioned in Assyrian inscriptions as one of the kingdoms of Iadnana (Cyprus). In 877 an Assyrian army reached the Mediterranean shores for the first time. In 708 the citykings of Cyprus paid homage to Sargon II of Assyria (Burkert). The first coins were minted in the 6th century BCE, following Persian prototypes. Author: Surhone, Lambert M./ Timpledon, Miriam T./ Marseken, Susan F. Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 100 Publication Date: 2010/07/02 Language: English Dimensions: 5.98 x 9.01 x 0.23 inches |
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Economy of Cyprus : Economy of Cyprus, Agriculture in Cyprus, Cypriot Pound, Coins of the Cypriot Pound, Cypriot Euro Coins $9.05 No Synopsis Available |
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A History of Cyprus, Volume 1: To the Conquest $38.57 Sir George Francis Hill (1867-1948) was perhaps best known as a numismatist, although his scholarly interests and accomplishments included a range of time periods and subjects. A classicist by training, Hill built his career at the British Museum's department of coins and medals. In his forty-three years there he produced volumes on coins of antiquity; Greek history and art; coins, heraldry, and iconography of medieval and Renaissance Italy; and treasure troves. In 1931 Hill became the Museum's director and principal librarian, the first archaeologist to hold this post. His four-volume History of Cyprus (1940-1952) ranged from Cyprus' earliest years to the twentieth century, and became the standard text on the subject. It is a valuable resource for scholars of the country, of antiquity and of the Mediterranean world. Volume 1 describes the land of Cyprus before unravelling its history from the Stone Age to the Crusades. |
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Coins $22.98 Coins is a magazine for coin collectors. Each issue has a full-color exploration of coin history, pricing guides for coin and paper money, and industry news. Special features of this magazine subscription include helpful guides for the beginner and serious collectors, coin bargains, inspiring letters from collectors, market analysis, and tips from the pros. |
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Sylloge Nummorum Graecorum Volume XII, the Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow. Part II, Roman and Provincial Coins: Cyprus-Egypt : Cyprus-Egypt $131.63 No Synopsis Available |
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St. Hilarion Castle, North Cyprus, Cyprus $19.99 Michael Short St. Hilarion Castle, North Cyprus, Cyprus - Photographic Print |
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The Coins $18.8 Toby Franks as a young boy confronts his fear of the unknown and while doing this discovers a magical treasure that only he can unlock its secrets. He now possesses the power to choose his own destiny, but does it come with a price? Author: The Jajliardo Family/ The Jajliardo Family, Jajliardo Family Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 72 Publication Date: 2004/08/01 Language: English Dimensions: 7.92 x 5.00 x 0.21 inches |
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The Harbour of Girne, Northern Cyprus, Cyprus, Mediterranean, Europe $19.99 Michael Runkel The Harbour of Girne, Northern Cyprus, Cyprus, Mediterranean, Europe - Photographic Print |