Latchi is a quaint peaceful fishing village surrounded by vibrant green countryside and farmland. Located on the border of the Akamas Peninsula on the north west coast of Cyprus, this traditional Cypriot resort is just a couple of miles from Polis and around 15 miles from Paphos. Perfect

Latchi

evenings can be spent enjoying Cypriot cuisine at the traditional waterside tavernas where the fresh fish and seafood is excellent.

This quiet resort is the ideal base for nature lovers, walkers and bird watchers as it is perfectly located to the Akamas Peninsula which is a protected region and National Park of Cyprus. This vast area has all kinds of flora and fauna, nature trails, rugged gorges such as Avakas Gorge, isolated coves and tranquil beaches. It is here that you will find Lara Bay where the green turtles breed and Fontana Amorosa Bay. A boat trip from the harbour will give you excellent views of the Park from the sea. A great way to explore the surrounding countryside and places that can’t be reached by road is on

Akamas Peninsula

 horseback. Hiring a car is also a great way to explore the traditional villages in the Troodos Mountains that are only accessible by the winding mountain roads.

Latchi beach is blessed with beautiful clear blue waters along with the beaches in the bays around the resort. Watersports are on offer here and offer something more than just lazing on the beach. An excellent spot for scuba diving, all ages and abilities will love diving here among the caves and sunken wrecks which are home to a fascinating variety of marine life.

Unwind at the Tsada Golf Club which is located close to Latchi. Featuring fairways lined with grape vines and fruit trees, driving range, practise areas, swimming pool, tennis court and a pro golf shop, the course is ideal for a round of golf even in the summer when it enjoys pleasant cooling breezes.

By using Latchi as your base you can enjoy the beaches at Coral Bay and Paphos, visit the mountain monasteries of Chrysoroyiatissa and Ayios Neophtos, take a trip to the Baths of Aphrodite, visit the fascinating Byzantine museum at Peristerona and much much more, the list of things to do and places to visit is endless.

Whatever you are looking for, be it relaxation, sightseeing or adventure, Latchi is an excellent choice for your family holidays.

Grab a bargain and book one of the last minute holidays to the wonderful island of Cyprus for a trip to be remembered.

Cyprus has many fascinating places to visit which reflect the islands long and fascinating history.

MOUNT OLYMPUS

Mount Olympus is the highest point (6,404 ft) of the Troodos range. The Mount is perfect for nature trail hikes in the summer and skiing in the winter. On the summit of Mount Olympus sits the dome of a British military radar station.

TOMBS OF THE KINGS

These rock-cut tombs are beside the sea and date back back to the 4th century BC. It is here that the leading citizens of Paphos were buried.
Steps carved out of rock lead down to the burial chambers where archaeologists are still disconering more graves.

ROCK OF APHRODITE

This unusual rock formation on the Lemesos to Paphos coastal road is the spot where it is said that Aphrodite (the Greek goddess of love) was born and was washed ashore on a seashell.

STRAVROVOUNI MONASTERY

Sitting high on a 2,000ft rocky outcrop the Stravrovouni Monastery, originally called the Mountain of the Cross Monastery, was founded by St Helena in 327AD. St Helena was the mother of the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great, making it ironic that women today are not allowed any closer than the monastery carpark.

HALA SULTAN TEKKE

Standing on the shore of Larnaka’s Salt Lake, this mosque is home to the Tomb of Hala Sultan, a relative of the Prophet Mohammed, who died in Cyprus in 649AD.

KOLOSSI CASTLE

Situated about 8 miles from Lemesos, Kolossi Castle was the Grand Commandery of the Knights of the Order of St John of Jerusalem, and later of the Knights Templar, after the crusaders were driven out of the Holy Land in 1291. Carved on the walls there are Fleur-de-lys symbols and the entrance hall of the keep has a mural of the crucifixion. The central keep is still intact and there are the remains of a basilica, sugar factory and aqueduct.

LARNAKA FORT

Built in 1625, Larnaka Fort is home to a medieval museum which displays armour and historic objects.

CYPRUS ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM

Located in Lefkosia, this museum is home to a magnificent historical collection, including the Aphrodite of Soli and a bronze statue of the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus.

CHOIROKOITIA NEOLITHIC VILLAGE

On a bleak hillside in the foothills of the Troodos Mountains near Larnaka you will find the circular foundations of homes which were occupied by stone age people in the 7th to 4th centuries BC. These stone age people buried their dead under the floors of these houses.

OMODUS

This is a restored village in the foothills of the Troodos Mountains where residents give tourists guided tours of their traditional homes.

The above are just a few of those places not to be missed when on your bargain holidays to this wonderful island.

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