For those with an interest in history, perhaps Paphos is worth considering for your next European adventure. Though Cyprus has long been associated with a party vibe, fantastic nightlife, and countless beach resorts (and don’t get me wrong, there’s plenty of that too!), there’s a whole cultural side of the island also worth exploring. Here’s a guide to the best things to do in Paphos!
Located along the east coast of Cyprus, in the Middle East, Paphos was once the capital of Cyprus during antiquity. Also known as ‘Pafós’ as there’s no direct translation for the Greek letter Theta, during Antiquity, there were actually two destinations known by this name. Old Paphos is now called ‘Kouklia.’ Over 10 km West of the Old City, New Paphos can be found…
Pafós: The UNESCO World Heritage Town
So historical and of such importance to the world is New Paphos, which is now simply referred to as Paphos, that it was the European capital of culture in 2017. The entire town and many surrounding sites are now designated a UNESCO world heritage site. As such, there are plenty of Paphos attractions that are well worth a visit while you’re in the area and Pafos is easily one of the best towns in Cyprus.
Home to a Mediterranean climate, countless days of sun each year, Paphos even has its own international airport and is easy to reach from the rest of Europe and beyond. So mild are the temperatures to be found in Paphos that during the winter time, it’s possible to go skiing in the mountains during the morning and spend the afternoon swimming in the sea!
