Ayia Napa is a famous coastal town in the far eastern end of the island of Cyprus. The name Ayia Napa (holy wooded valley) was taken from the Venetian Monastery found in the middle of town. Aside from its fine sandy beaches, the town is also famous for its nightlife. Now, not only is Ayia Napa a family holiday destination, it is also a global clubbing capital comparable only to Ibiza. Most of the clubbers come to Nissi Beach, while ... Read More

The Republic of Cyprus is in the lower part of the island of Cyprus. To the north of the republic is the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. The republic has four districts: Paphos (Pafos), Limassol (Lemesos), Nicosia (Lefkosia), and Larnaca (Larnaka). The island is the third largest in the Mediterranean, and its land is dominated by mountains and plains. The weather in Cyprus is typical of the Mediterranean. Cyprus temperatures can be very hot and dry during the summer months ... Read More

Above: The crowd at the Cyprus Music Awards 2007 If anything, the beauty of having a history of colonial invasions is that a nation’s culture becomes richer. It can be seen most apparent in architecture, language, and customs. Cypriot music is no exception. As an important trading post between European, African, and Middle Eastern civilisations throughout history, the influences of these cultures on Cypriot music cannot be denied. Traditional Cypriot music Aside from the Greek and Turkish influences on Cypriot medieval music, also notable ... Read More