Guide to Cyprus

Philippos: The books they host are fascinating. Some date back to the 1500s.

Philippos: Probably the only beach with rocks in Protaras. Go early and set your ombrella in front of the lifeguard watch tower.

Philippos: A Nicosia classic. Ask for the millefeuille.

Philippos: The make the dough in house. Best lahmajoun in town.

Philippos: THE place to get souvlaki in the area. Sit outside.

Philippos: Saturdays and Sundays the beach is packed. Come before 10am if you need to secure umbrella and beds. Parking is also difficult.

Philippos: Park at the IKEA parking lot if the mall's lots are full.

Philippos: Traditional Cypriot arts and crafts. Best place to buy books on the history, traditions and cuisine of the island.

Philippos: Byzantine church named after Saint Lazarus, the friend of Christ and first bishop of Kition. Built in the late 9th century.

Philippos: The hotel has been owned by the Mattheou family since 1929. Enjoy their hospitality.

Roy Murphy: Amazing Spa and Kids Club, friendly staff and the best hotel vistas in Cyprus.

Philippos: It was originally built as a Byzantine fort to protect the harbor. It has been used by the Lusignans, Ottomans, and the British as a fortress, prison and a warehouse.

Philippos: Don't bother the turtle nests and pick up after yourself.

Philippos: Jump from the cliff and don't pee in the cave.

Philippos: Quiet, family beach.

Philippos: Heraclis is one of the oldest ice cream makers in Cyprus, since 1939.

Philippos: Enjoy one of the most spectacular ocean views on the island, and don't forget to see the mosaics.

Philippos: Enjoy your drink on the patio.

Philippos: One of the most important and best preserved prehistoric sites of the eastern Mediterranean. UNESCO World Heritage site since 1998.

Philippos: Built by Archbishop Nikiforos in 1662, on the site of the former Lusignan Benedictine Abbey of St John the Evangelist. I also got married here.

Philippos: Originally openend in 1812.

Philippos: The name of the street refers to the ancient city-kingdom of Ledra, established in 1050 BC, that was located in the centre of the island where the capital city is today. Read more.

Philippos: Boutique hotel in the middle of the city. Stay here and explore Nicosia.

Philippos: Its name is not connected with the burial of kings but rather with the impressive character of its burial monuments. Was continuously used as a burial area during the Hellenistic and Roman periods.

Philippos: The mosaics originally formed the floors of Roman noblemen’s villas dating all the way back to the 2nd century while many of these sights are still being excavated today.

Philippos: 30 minute hike from the parking lot. Pick up after your trash and don't mess with the goats.

Philippos: The Limassol Wine Festival is one of the largest of Cyprus festivals held every year (August - September) here and along the sea-front near the old town of Limassol. Enjoy the free wine!

Philippos: Narrow lanes and ancient stone houses. Don't forget to visit the winery and olive presses. Must visit in the summer time.