Cyprus is a vibrant island, shimmering year round in the warm Mediterranean sunshine, and steeped in legend and folklore. Modern day Cyprus is a country that effortlessly marries European culture with ancient enchantment, and marries the contrasts of alluring beaches with rugged peaks and vineyards studded with olive groves.

Cyprus is situated in the North Eastern basin of the Mediterranean Sea at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa. This strategic location of the island has played an important role in the continuing development of the island into a financial and tourist centre. With an area of 9251 sq km Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean after Sicily and Sardinia.

Cyprus is a modern country that effortlessly marries a European culture with ancient enchantment. Always a popular destination for British homebuyers it offers sun drenched beaches, clear azure water, traditional mountain villages, modern resorts, Byzantine churches and extraordinary sites of antiquity. It has a rich history with a wide diversity of cultures that have influenced its development over the centuries. The estimated population of Cyprus in 1997 was 775,000 with Greek Cypriots accounting for 77% of the population. Turkish Cypriots comprise the second largest group at 18% whilst the British, Armenians, Maronties and many other nationalities make up the remaining population. Greek and Turkish are the official languages of the Republic, but English is widely spoken and is regularly used in the courts, commerce and government.

The capital of the island is Lefkosia (Nicosia) with a population of some 190 000. It is situated roughly in the centre of the island and is the seat of Government and main business centre. Lemesos (Limassol) is the second largest town with a population of 149 000. It is situated in the south and it is the main commercial port of Cyprus as well as a booming tourist resort. Larnaka (Larnaca), in the south-east of the island, has a population of 66 000 and is the island's second commercial port as well as an important tourist resort. Pafos (Paphos) in the south-west, with a population of 37 000 is a fast developing tourist town. In addition to the above main towns, are the towns of Ammochostos (Famagusta) and Kyreneia (Kyrenia) in the eastern and northern parts of the island respectively, which are currently under the occupation of the Turkish army. All towns are coastal except Lefkosia.

Information about Cyprus

Cyprus is located in the eastern Mediterranean, situated at the hub of three continents. The islands strategic location has shaped it's history and civilisation throughout the centuries. Cyprus is an increasingly popular choice for the expatriate overseas property buyer. It's excellent infrastructure, high quality of life, low cost of living and generous tax incentives attract people to property for sale cyprus from all over the world

Buying Property for sale in Paphos

Today Paphos is the most popular area with the expatriate purchaser of overseas property on the island of Cyprus. After the Turkish invasion and occupation of the major tourist resorts of Kyrenia and Farmagusta there was major investment in the Paphos district by both the Government and the Private Sector. We have a wide range of property for sale in Paphos so please use our property search facility to browse our extensive range of villas, apartments, townhouses, businesses and land for sale. Our database is updated daily to ensure we bring you the very latest available property for sale in Paphos.

Buying Property for sale in Cyprus

The purchase of property in Cyprus has long been popular with the expatriate UK and Irish buyer. Indeed Cyprus has a significant expatriate population of which by far the largest sector is British. The island has a long history of affinity towards the British and despite gaining independence from Colonial rule in 1960, the Cypriot people exhibit particular warmth and friendliness towards the British and the Cyprus Government actively welcomes British settlers and retirees.