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A community portal about Cyprus with blogs, videos, and photos. According to Wikipedia.org: Cyprus, officially the Republic of Cyprus, is a Eurasian island nation in the eastern part of the Mediterranean Sea south of the Anatolian peninsula or modern-day Turkey. It is the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. The Republic of Cyprus is divided into six districts : Lefkosia , Ammochostos, Keryneia, Larnaka, Lemesos, and Pafos. A former British colony, the Republic of Cyprus gained independence in 1960 while the United Kingdom retained two Sovereign Base Areas. Following 11 years of alternating intercommunal violence and peaceful attempts at reconciliation, Turkey launched a two stage invasion of the island in 1974 claiming it to be a response to the Athens-engineered coup aimed at uniting the island with Greece. The invasion led to the internal displacement of thousands of Greek and Turkish Cypriots and the subsequent establishment of a separatist regime to govern the invaded area, currently styling itself the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, separated from the south by the United Nations -controlled Green Line and recognised only by Turkey. The Republic of Cyprus has been a member state of the European Union since 1 May 2004.

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Paphos Beach

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Paphos has developed from an Ancient Roman city to a lively, vibrant tourist destination. With good weather all year round it is no wonder that thousands of tourists flock here each year to take advantage of the sun, sea and sand. Just like any other Cyprus destination, Paphos boasts great weather all year round. Even during the winter months, the sea is still warm and the sun still shines.

One of the main attractions is the stunning Paphos beach ; expect golden sands and crystal clear waters. Thrill seekers will love the range of water sports available, from scuba diving to jet-skiing, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The main Paphos beach is the Municipal Beach, located at the heart of the city. Why not take advantage of the guided boat tours available, a great way to explore the beauty of this Cyprus resort.

If relaxing on a stunning Paphos beach is not really your thing, explore the hidden history of the destination and venture to the ancient tombs and ruins from ancient Roman times. The historical significance of the city has earned Paphos a World Heritage Site title. Head to the archaeological museum to see some of the ancient relics close up, a great way to learn more about the history of Cyprus. One of the main tourist attractions is the Tomb of the Kings, explore the beautiful scenery that this historical site has to offer, a great activity for all the family to enjoy.

Paphos is a fantastic holiday experience, along with the ancient history and fantastic Paphos beaches there is a whole host of typical tourist amenities to enjoy. Shop for souvenirs, enjoy the traditional craft markets and sample some of the local wines. This Cyprus destination is an all round holiday haven.

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