Local information - Paphos

 Paphos is a year round holiday resort, and does not close down for the winter months. The main road which runs through Kato Paphos is the Tomb of the Kings Road, and the apartment is situated just round the corner. The road leads to the golden beach at Coral Bay to the west and Limossal, Larnaca to the East, and also to Paphos airport. Paphos Old Town is about 25 minutes walk away, and also there are regular bus services which runs from the Tomb of the Kings Road every few minutes to all the various towns. There is a bustling market in the town, along with high street shops. The road leads upwards from the town to Polis and Latchi where there is a brand new marina. Along the Tomb of the Kings Road, lies the famous underground tombs, which are well worth a visit, preferably in the cooler parts of the day. The famous mosaics lie next to Paphos Harbour and stretch along the cliff top towards the lighthouse. The entrance is from the harbour, these are some of the finest mosiacs ever discovered, and they are still being uncovered. The harbour itself is lined with restaurants and bars where you will want to linger for a drink, and take in the site of the ancient Castle at the seaward edge. You may be lucky enough to see the famous pink pelicans. Take a boat trip around the coast, or explore in the glass bottom boat. Sub aqua diving, paracending, all manner of watersports, fishing trips, go-karting, water park, are just some of the pleasures to enjoy. Some of the parks provide buses from the Tomb of the Kings Road. There are over 600 bars, restaurants and clubs in and around Paphos, the food is good value and ranges from traditional to contemporary cuisine. Paphos has three golf courses close by - Aphrodite Hills Golf Course is par 70/71 Tsada Golf Course is par 72, and Secret Valley Golf Course is par 72. More information will be available in the apartment. The Akamas Nature Reserve is 20 minutes away for excellent hiking and walking trails. The Troodos and Mount Olympus provide ski-ing and snowboarding in the winter.