10 Great Things to Do in Cyprus

The island of Cyprus is long known for being a prime sun lover’s holiday spot. With abundant sunshine and beaches that stretch for miles, Cyprus is destination fun and sun for holiday goers of all ages. When visiting Cyprus, there is a wide variety of options when it comes to how to spend your vacation time. Here is a list that summarizes ten ideas for holiday fun when visiting the island of Cyprus:

1. Water sports- from swimming to scuba diving, jet skiing and parasailing, the water sport opportunities abound in south Cyprus. There are guides for underwater walking, snorkeling and windsurfing, just to name a few.

2. Walking and hiking- many people who visit Cyprus want to get out and leisurely see the beautiful countryside as well as the beaches. The interior region of south Cyprus offers beautiful orchards, lush farmland and rolling vineyards for your exploration.

3. Ancient sites- the Roman Ruins, Baths of Aphrodite and the Tomb of the Kings are just a few of the historical destinations to explore on the culture rich island.

4. Shopping- Cyprus offers a host of authentic goods from handmade lace and pottery to baskets, leather, copper and local wine. There are also great bargains to be had on electronics and jewelry when shopping on Cyprus.

5. Nicosia- as the largest town on the island of Cyprus, Nicosia offers a day of shopping and historical tours is sure to let you experience this town fully. Bring your passport along in order to cross the green line into the Turkish area of the city.

6. Sun worshipping- while exploring and activities are a wonderful part of vacations, many holiday goers simply want to bask in the sunshine, sunbathing and soaking up the beach. Cyprus has a multitude of beautiful beaches stretching for miles. There is never a shortage of sunshine and beachside fun.

7. Pissouri- a small village on the island, Pissouri provides shopping and a great night life for travelers.

8. Kykko Monastery on Mt. Olympus- definitely worth the visit.

9. Other sports- many hotels in the region offer all types of activities in addition to water sports, activities such as tennis, golf, mountain biking, horseback riding, bungee jumping and Jeep safari tours. If getting out and being active is your thing, you can find a host of things to fit the bill.

10. Water parks- for families and those who love such, WaterWorld in Ayia Napa and Paphos Aphrodite both offer water park fun for all.

Depending upon your personal preferences and those of your family and friends along for the trip, there is sure to be something for everyone on the magical, sunny island of Cyprus.