Southern Cyprus Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean and for thousands of years it has operated as a trading centre due to its location at the crossroads of Europe, Africa and Asia. In recent years, Southern Cyprus has become a leading holiday destination due to its excellent climate with very warm, dry summers and mild winters. It also has a wide variety of natural beauty, famous historical sights, rich culture and above all friendly and welcoming inhabitants, which combine to offer a safe environment for residents and investments. Southern Cyprus has two major airports; Paphos and Larnaca which can both be easily reached from the UK with numerous charter flights serving a variety of routes. Attracting millions of visitors every year it is a firm favourite with the British holiday maker and caters for everyone, from the lively resort of Ayia Napa to the more relaxing resort of Paphos. Cyprus has been welcoming visitors for many centuries and Cypriots are well known for their hospitality. Besides a warm welcome, visitors can guarantee clear blue skies and year round sunshine, as well as stunning beaches and spectacular scenery. Southern Cyprus holds some of the best beaches in the entire Mediterranean and its geographic location means an almost perfect climate. As well as the good weather, Cyprus is an intriguing culture which blends centuries of tradition. Peyia Situated in the foothills of Paphos, Peyia is a short drive from the nicest beach in the area at Coral Bay. Peyia is a very typical Cypriot village.   Paphos The harbour town of Paphos is an enticing blend of the old and the new; with luxury resorts existing next to ancient ruins.   Coral Bay Peyia Village has an enviable location next to the most beautiful sandy bay in the Paphos region, Coral Bay.   Larnaca Over the past four years in particular, there has been huge growth within the Larnaca area. The majority of the EU funding is intended for this region.