Coral Bay, Paphos, Cyprus

The rocky coastline is punctuated by many
sandy bays and to the north of Paphos lies
the long sandy beach at Coral Bay. This is
the ideal base from which to tour the
magnificent Troodos Mountains or to
discover the delights of the little historic
fishing villages of Latchi and Polis.

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Kato Paphos - Tomb Of The Kings Area
 by: Colin Hall

Situated 2 miles south of Paphos town, Kato Paphos was an important port during the 4th Century BC. The whole area is scattered with remains of the past and is an archaeological paradise for any visitor. The tourist area of Kato Paphos stretches along a shoreline boulevard from the large hotels to the east of the resort to the harbour, and then from the harbour along the coast on the Kings Road to the Tomb of the Kings. The distance from one end to the other takes just over an hour to walk, which has resulted in the formation of two distinguishable tourist areas namely the harbour area and the Tomb of the Kings area.

Stretching for two miles from the Catacombs to the Tomb of the Kings the holiday accommodation is on either side of the costal road. Walking distance to the harbour is from 15-30 minutes and this area is very close to the beach.

Places of Interest

Tombs of the Kings - Wide area containing underground tombs carved out of solid rock dating to 4th century BC, many decorated with Doric pillars. Whether Kings were buried here or not, the magnificence of the tombs gave the locality its name.

Restaurant Recommendations

Fat Mama's - The fillet steak is superb and the portions are massive. The restaurant offers “entertainment” throughout your meal. You can't book so just turn up.

Peach Blossom - Excellent Chinese/Japanese/Thai Restaurant. One of the best in Paphos. Opposite Fat Mamas.

Phukett - Another excellent Chinese restaurant.

Alteo - Classy modern European restaurant.

Sisyfos - Offers local and international cuisine and is reasonably priced.

About The Author
Colin Hall is the Sales Manager for Paphos Lettings who are experts in arranging tailor-made accommodation in Paphos, Cyprus. For more information on Paphos, Cyprus or to book holiday accommodation visit our website: www.villas-paphos.com.

Paphos

The booming main town and year-round resort in the west consists of Upper Paphos, built on a rocky escarpment that commands a superb view of the coastline, and Lower Paphos, with a taverna-fringed harbour and a long seafront lined with hotels.

Paphos is rich in ancient sites, in particular a cluster of excavated Roman villas near the harbour, among them the House of Dionysos and the Villa of Theseus, that contain superb mosaic floors, and the Tombs of the Kings.

Other attractions include the Paphos District Museum, the Byzantine Museum, Paphos Fort commanding the harbour, the remains of the Byzantine castle of Saranda Kolones, and Panagia Chrysopolitissa Church, the largest early Christian basilica on the island. Paphos Aquarium is of more recent origin.