A Cyprus country map shows it is the third biggest island in the Mediterranean, after Sardinia and Sicily and it stands at the crossroads of Europe, Africa and Asia. The island established itself over the years as a leading holiday destination due to the wonderful climate of long hot, dry summers and short mild winters. The weather along with the natural beauty, famous archaeological sites, rich culture and last but not least, friendly and welcoming locals have all made Cyprus property for sale popular for both holiday homes and relocation on retirement or increasingly for younger ex-pats and their families. There are two international airports in Southern Cyprus along the south coast; Larnaca and Paphos and both are great places to start looking for the ideal location for Cyprus property for sale.
Larnaca airport is the gateway to the east of Cyprus, and with the aid of a Cyprus country map in a short time you can be driving along the coast beside the sparkling Mediterranean Sea, or through the vivid red fields packed with potatoes, a world away from the bustling hotel-lined coastline. Not that all the beaches near Larnaca are busy; if you prefer there is rugged coastline around Cape Kiti and up towards Zygi and Limassol. Alternatively explore the peaceful surroundings of the Stavrovouni Monastery, perched high in the Troodos Mountains with fabulous views down to Larnaca and the sea.
The capital Nicosia, is just a 40 minute drive away and with a Cyprus street map you will find the old centre of the town ringed by impressive Venetian walls where you can wander on foot through this ancient city. It is currently undergoing a massive UN sponsored restoration programme on both sides of the Green Line border.
At Paphos airport in the west of the island, you’re just 15-minutes from the uncrowded motorways which the Cyprus country map shows are two-lane highways that link all the major towns across the south of the country. Paphos is home to the famous Petra tou Romiou rock, where the goddess Aphrodite first stepped foot on earth. With a Cyprus street map you can find where the Romans strolled on mosaic pavements in Kato Paphos or drive to see nesting sea turtles hatch by moonlight on deserted, golden beaches on the Akamas peninsula. There are lesser-known parts of west Cyprus, from the pretty fishing port of Latchi to the vineyards in the hills beyond Coral Bay.
Cyprus is an important trade centre for Europe, Russia and the Middle East and since its entry into the European Union in 2004 it is considered a safe and stable environment for buying Cyprus property for sale to live in as well as for investment purposes. So the island is now not only a holiday hot spot but increasingly a desirable destination for overseas investors and those wishing to re-locate permanently to the island. Whether you are interested in buying a holiday home, investment property or considering re-locating, there will be something for you, so pick up the Cyprus country map and pick the perfect location for your own place in the sun!
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Kate Smith recommends using the
Cyprus country map when looking for locations and
Cyprus property for sale.
