Paphos District

Paphos District is one of the six districts of Cyprus and it is situated in the western part of Cyprus. Its main town and capital is Paphos. The entire district is controlled by the internationally recognized government of Cyprus. There are four municipalities in Paphos District; Paphos, Yeroskipou, Peyia, and Polis Chrysochous.

The area of the district is 1,393 km.², which constitutes the 15.1% of the total area of the island, and the population in 2001 was 66,364. Its coastal area is characterized by gulfs and coves, capes and points, beaches and tiny isles. The district can be divided into three morphological regions: the coastal plain, lying mainly below 200 metres, the hilly area extending from plain up to the igneous rocks of Paphos forest and the mountainous region, lying mainly on the igneous rocks of the Paphos forest. North-west of the District is the Akamas peninsula.

Once the capital of Cyprus, and situated on the south west coast of the island, this lush and colourful resort is always popular with holidaymakers. The beaches suit everybody - from the popular beach in the still developing area of Coral Bay, to the quiet coves and sandy bays waiting to be discovered. The market held In Old Paphos, also accompanies the historical sites, whereas the increasingly modern district of Kato Paphos offers fantastic Greek food in its tavernas, cafes and bars. Famous for its fishing harbour, Paphos also offers freshly caught fish in its superb fish restaurants. For those who want to experience different aspects of this picturesque resort, Paphos also has two golf courses, as well as many historical points. Why not visit the famous site where Aphrodite, Goddess of Love, is said to have been born from the waves?