The mythological goddess Aphrodite was born on the shores of Paphos. Paphos became the capital of Cyprus under the leadership of Alexander the Great and was the countries main city for seven centuries until Nicosia took over. Tourists who visit Paphos will love the Mediterranean feel of the place. Sunshine, sparkling blue waters and plenty of vintage points along the coast make for a great holiday or even long term stay. Being a major tourism hot spot, Paphos offers much more than sand, sea and great local food. The nearby catacombs in Kato Paphos speak of times long gone when the Romans and early Christians were walking the city's trails. The serene Bath's of Aphrodite is another well known favorite for visitors.
The property market in Cyprus has seen some interesting growth in recent times and many investors have taken this opportunity with both hands to build new property complexes and developments. Price wise their market compares very well with the rest of Europe and offers some good buys. Being easily accessible from all over Europe via flights, the idea of buying a suitable property as a long term investment in Cyprus is one that appeals with many investors.