Cyprus’s Top 10 Attractions

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Top Attraction #1

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Panagia tou Araka

One of the island’s most celebrated frescoed churches, in Lagoudera village. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #2

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Keryneia

The medieval harbour is the most picturesque in Cyprus. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #3

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Cyprus Museum

A must-see in Nicosia, housing the island’s finest collection of archaeological artefacts. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #4

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Buffavento

Highest of three Lusignan castles in the Pentadaktylos range, this has superb views over half the island. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #5

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Agia Napa

Blonde-sand beaches and excellent hotels. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #6

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Famagusta

The old town, wrapped in Venetian fortifications, holds many Gothic churches now used as mosques. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #7

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Kato Pafos

Some of the finest Roman mosaics in the east Mediterranean grace this resort. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #8

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Karpaz Peninsula

Byzantine monuments, the island’s best seafood and superb, deserted beaches make this remote area a winner. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #9

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Agios Neofytos Monastery

The highlight here is the frescoed, rock-cut hermitage. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #10

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Kourion

The ancient clifftop city, one of Cyprus’ archaeological highlights, offers mosaics and a restored temple. For more information, click here.