Paphos is a perennial favourite with British buyers and home to a well-established expat community. Those thinking of joining them will have a wonderful lifestyle on their doorstep. When not enjoying one of the most spectacular harbours in the Mediterranean, this happy bunch get stuck into a range of year-round social activities.

Recent high-level investment in local infrastructure has made Cyprus’s fifth largest city even more desirable. This injection of cash came after Paphos was named joint European Capital of Culture for 2017. Not only that, but there’s also so much to occupy yourself with socially, from the local Paphos Tigers rugby club to amateur dramatics, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to meet like-minded people in Paphos.

You know about the crystal-clear waters and the blue flag beaches, but what else does Paphos have to offer?

Paphos Archaeological Park

On the south coast of Cyprus, you’ll find Paphos Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The park is considered the most important archaeological site in Cyprus and is popular with tourists and locals looking for a day out. Within the park you can see remnants of a long-lost city, most likely from the Roman era. Among the ruins you can see the Odeon, a 2nd-century Amphitheatre carved from limestone, where locals would gather to watch shows.

If history is your thing, you’ll also want to visit the nearby necropolis. There you can see burial tombs that date back to the 4th-century BC, which are carved into rocks.

Paphos Harbour

Not too far along from the Archaeological Park, you can visit Paphos Harbour. A walk along the front is an enjoyable pastime for locals. The harbour is home to lots of cafes, bars and restaurants which overlook the sea. Perfect for enjoying traditional Cypriot food with a view.

Old Town

Paphos was named joint-European Capital of Culture in 2017 and as a result, the old town benefited from a makeover. Not to mention the €25 million that came with the tag, the city’s property and rental markets also benefited.
The old town is home to the Municipal Market. There you’ll find local shops which sell everything from fruit and veg, to pottery and handmade jewellery.

The district of Paphos

British buyer’s love affair with Paphos extends beyond its boundaries. If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, venture a short distance along the coast to towns like Peyia. You’ll be able to enjoy a slower pace of

life, while still having the conveniences of the city within easy reach. When you’re not lazing on the town’s Blue Flag beach or sipping a coffee in its cobbled square, you can hit the fairways on the championship golf course.

You won’t have any problem getting to your pad in or around Cyprus, with year-round budget flights to and from the UK via its very own international airport.

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Written by PropertyGuides for Rightmove