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Topographical Maps Of Cyprus - Review
5 Dec 2020

Topographical Maps Of Cyprus - Review

Recently we saw an advert for a new book of Cyprus Maps on Facebook, which perked our interest. We contacted the publisher and they kindly sent us a review copy. We've spent a few weeks scrutinising it, and here are our findings.
Paphos Mall Christmas 2020
30 Nov 2020

Paphos Mall Christmas 2020

By anybody's reckoning 2020 has been a challenging year. However, we have all got this far, and Christmas is approaching. What's more, the restrictions on Paphos have been lifted a bit, so we can go down to The Mall and look at the Christmas decorations...
Old Fasoula
23 Nov 2020

Old Fasoula

The village of Fasoula lies in the Diarizos Valley. It used to be up in the hills, but a few decades ago, before the troubles of 1974, the villagers got fed up with being so remote, and relocated to its present location. Old Fasoula now lies in ruins.
Kato Arodes Cemetery
19 Nov 2020

Kato Arodes Cemetery

Last year we blogged about Kato Arodes. It is an old Turkish Cypriot village that refused to die after 1974. At the time, we were unaware it had a cemetery, but the other day we noticed a couple of gravestones in a copse, as we were passing through, and stopped to take a look...
Avakas Ruin
14 Nov 2020

Avakas Ruin

A year ago we blogged about a trip to the Akamas, behind Avakas Gorge. At the time I spotted a ruin as we were leaving. We were in the area again, so I thought I would check it out, and say hello to the pigs...
Abandoned Villages: Fasli
8 Nov 2020

Abandoned Villages: Fasli

If you take the road from Ineia, on the top of the Akamas, to Androlikou, you will pass the abandoned village of Fasli. It is easy to miss, but worth the diversion if you want to do a bit of exploring. It also hosts an unusual feature we haven't found in any of the other abandoned villages we have featured over the years.
Random Acts of Crochet Kindness
5 Nov 2020

Random Acts of Crochet Kindness

As you go about your routine in Paphos, keep an eye out for something unusual. The city has been invaded by guerilla knitting. Flowers, pumpkins and poppies are just some of the creations that await the observant traveller, so be on the lookout for some random acts of crochet kindness.
Berengaria Hotel
31 Oct 2020

Berengaria Hotel

This Halloween, we decided to visit a spooky abandoned hotel in the Troodos Mountains. The Berengaria Hotel has a colourful history, and is a bit of a tourist attraction these days. So lets take a wander...
Limni Scenery
27 Oct 2020

Limni Scenery

Continuing our look at random countryside, we recently revisited a favourite old haunt of ours, looking for crystals. Limni Mine and the surrounding area is always great fun to explore...
Chrysochou Gorge
24 Oct 2020

Chrysochou Gorge

Let's move away from tourist spots and go and explore some random countryside. We found this while trying to avoid a Cyprus Traffic Jam on the way back from Chrysochou Green Point.
Tis Pizzas Mezeklikia
20 Oct 2020

Tis Pizzas Mezeklikia

Eating out in Cyprus needn't cost an arm and a leg, especially if you go native. And guess what? Cypriots love pizza. They also like souvlaki, and jumbo pork chops, so a place that offers all three is definitely worth a visit. Join us, as we feast on some top-notch nosebag at one of our favourite Polis taverns...
White River Beach
15 Oct 2020

White River Beach

If you are looking for a less crowded beach, then take a trip to the Akamas. You won't have to go far, as you will pass White River Beach before you get to the Avakas Gorge, and it can be reached by any car. What the beach lacks in facilities (there are none) it more than makes up in natural charm...
The Amazing Agios Raphael
10 Oct 2020

The Amazing Agios Raphael

A few weeks ago we showed you inside a little church off Pachyammos Village Beach. At the time we mentioned its bigger brother in the village, so now we would like to introduce it to you. We've seen lots of lovely churches on our travels in Cyprus, but this one is very special indeed...
Lapithiou
8 Oct 2020

Lapithiou

Lapithiou is a village with a doubly troubled past. Rebuilt after the 1953 Earthquake, the prefabricated replacement was then abandoned during the later troubles. But life goes on, as we shall see...
Venus Beach
7 Oct 2020

Venus Beach

Venus Beach used to be a bathing blackspot, with its unpredictable riptides. It has recently been rejuvenated, with the addition of an artificial reef and improved facilities. Now it can claim to be one of the nicest beaches in Paphos. Let's take a look...
Pachyammos Seascapes
4 Oct 2020

Pachyammos Seascapes

On Independence Day we visited Pachyammos Village Beach, with a view to doing some snorkelling. Unfortunately, the winds cut up a bit rough, so we decided to take some pictures and film instead.
Geroskipou Bypass Update
30 Sep 2020

Geroskipou Bypass Update

A year ago we reported on the plans to build a new bypass around the centre of Geroskipou. Well work is now well underway, and as we were in the area we thought we would show you the progress. There is a film too!
Panagia Hills
25 Sep 2020

Panagia Hills

The temperatures are finally beginning to recede from their summer highs, so we are able to go out exploring for more than half an hour without melting. In this adventure we took a wrong-turn and ended up in a part of Paphos we had hitherto only spied from afar.
The Letymbou Tavern
20 Sep 2020

The Letymbou Tavern

Village taverns are one of Cyprus' hidden jewels. So when somebody on our chat group was asking for the best ribs in Paphos, we immediately responded with Letymbou Tavern. But then it hit us. We hadn't been there since before Lockdown. We couldn't recommend a place we hadn't eaten in for that long. So with that in mind, we set off for Sunday Lunch. I was honour bound to have the ribs to check they were still my favourite.
A Year In Paphos
15 Sep 2020

A Year In Paphos

People have already been mentioning the "C" word on our forum, and asking what the weather is like in the Autumn and Spring. So we thought we would put together a special compilation blog showing you what happens during a typical year in Paphos.
A Woodland Drive from Panagia to Vretsia
11 Sep 2020

A Woodland Drive from Panagia to Vretsia

A couple of weeks ago we fancied cooling off, so we drove to one of our favourite parts of Paphos Forest, for a dip in a familiar pool. Naturally we took some pictures along the way. Every time we post a picture of this pool people ask where it is. So this time we have included a handy map showing our route. Enjoy the journey!
In Search Of The Stroumpi Lion
7 Sep 2020

In Search Of The Stroumpi Lion

Big Game Hunting isn't a thing in Cyprus, owing to the lack of any Big Game. However, we recently went out and bagged us a lion. In Stroumpi of all places. The only shooting we did was with our cameras, you will be pleased to know, so have a look at the images we caught.
Polis Beaches Part 3
3 Sep 2020

Polis Beaches Part 3

In the final part of our look at the beaches along the north coast of Paphos, we travel from Pomos to Polis, finishing up with a slap-up meal at our favourite kebab joint. If you want quieter beaches in beautiful surroundings, then this area will not disappoint. We visited these beaches more times than was strictly necessary to make this blog, which shows that we have saved what we consider to be some of the best Paphos beaches to last.
What is happening to Vretsia?
28 Aug 2020

What is happening to Vretsia?

Yesterday we went for a drive through Paphos Forest, culminating in a dip in our favourite pool near Roudia Bridge. On the way back to Polemi we happened to drive through Vretsia, and were somewhat surprised as to what we saw...
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Christmas Time At Jumbo
20 Dec 2025

Christmas Time At Jumbo

Christmas is approaching and the stores are full of Festive offerings. If you are missing some baubles, santas, or basically anything else remotely Christmas related, then Jumbo will more than likely have what you are looking for. Let's take a look at what's on offer...
Kefalos Hotel Excavation
18 Dec 2025

Kefalos Hotel Excavation

They are building a new hotel between the Elysium and Kefalos Beach Holiday Village, and they appear to have dug up something interesting in the process. With the help of my drones trusty zoom lens I was able to get a close look at what they have uncovered. Let's take a peak.
Cap St Georges Christmas Village - Opening Day
11 Dec 2025

Cap St Georges Christmas Village - Opening Day

Last Saturday The Christmas Village at Cap St Georges opened its doors for the first time, despite Storm Byron's best efforts. We were there to capture the event and want to show you what we found. We also get a sneak peak at the new restaurant.
Polis Archaeological Museum of Marion - Arsinoe
10 Dec 2025

Polis Archaeological Museum of Marion - Arsinoe

A few years ago we reported on some archaeological sites around Polis, and noted that finds from the dig were on display at the local museum. We have finally visited this establishment and thought we would show you some of what we found. So let's take a walk around the Archaeological Museum of Marion - Arsinoe.

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Paphiakos Protest at Paphos Court House On November 14 (10 am)
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Paphiakos Protest at Paphos Court House On November 14 (10 am)

Around 2,000 animals face being left without shelter as the Paphos Animal Shelter prepares to close after nearly 40 years of operation, with volunteers launching a peaceful protest on Friday, November 14 at 10AM at Paphos District Court, to demand urgent action from authorities.
Mayor Of Akamas Hits Back Over 13th Carob Festival Row
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Mayor Of Akamas Hits Back Over 13th Carob Festival Row

The Mayor Of Akamas has responded to events of the last few days concerning the 13th Carob Festival which will be held on Friday at the Church of Agios Georgios in Peyia by saying that "some people were annoyed because we did not renew their contract for the operation of a building".
New Swimming Pool Rules For 2025 Provide Respite For Complexes
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New Swimming Pool Rules For 2025 Provide Respite For Complexes

In recent years there has been much confusion over the laws governing pools in shared complexes, and to a lesser extent private villas. In July new regulations passed clarifying matters, and we try and summarise them here.
David Luiz Arrive In Cyprus!
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David Luiz Arrive In Cyprus!

David Luiz, the Brazilian Footballer who signed for Pafos FC, has arrived in Cyprus and moved into an ultra-luxury villa at Cap St Georges.