Though every town in Cyprus has its distinct features and attractions, Pafos has a character all its own. Known as the capital of the west, Pafos was in fact the island's capital in Hellenistic and Roman times. With ancient sites dating back thousands of years scattered in and around the town, Pafos in its entirety is included in the official UNESCO list of cultural and natural treasures of world heritage. Indeed, the region's glorious history surprises you at every turn, often mingling with remnants of the cult of Aphrodite which flourished in this beautiful part of the island.

Still under the spell of the beauty-goddess, Pafos is today a growing, modern coastal town that seduces visitors with its majestic landscape, lovely coastline, historical treasures, medieval monasteries tucked in the heartland, and delightful villages where tradition is still a way of life.

On the other hand, the town's modern infrastructure - including a number of golf courses - gives Pafos that perfect balance of the past and the present. It is therefore easy to see why the town itself as well as the district as a whole is experiencing unprecedented development to accommodate a constant influx of expatriates interested in relocating to Cyprus, and in particular to Pafos. In fact, many of the district's picturesque villages nestling in a tranquil and unspoilt landscape have a mixed community of local and foreign residents.

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A Romantic Retreat
Known as the birthplace of Aphrodite, the ancient Greek goddess of beauty and love, Pafos is surrounded by an air of romance. Enchanting Mediterranean sunsets, the visually diverse coastline, a unique urban-rural ambience and exceptional all-round everyday facilities as well as entertainment spots tempt romantics from around the world to celebrate the most romantic occasion of all - their wedding and honeymoon - in Pafos.