This article is an introduction to the different property types available for sale and the different areas/ regions of Southern Cyprus.

The beautiful landscape of Cyprus is full of contrast from the awe inspiring ancient ruins such as the Temple of Aphrodite and the Tomb of Kings to brand new breathtaking luxury apartments with mountain and sea views.

Every different area or region of southern Cyprus has something great to offer. The most popular include Paphos, Limassol, Larnaca and Ayia Napa.

Ayia Napa
Once only a small fishing village, this is now a major tourist center. Ayia Napa has become very popular for its lively night life. This area has attracted a lot of attention and has even been compared to Ibiza for it’s beach parties and wild night life!

Properties available in Ayia Napa range from brand new 1 bedroom residential or holiday apartments around 84,000 Euros to super luxurious 5 bedroom villas with private swimming pools and spectacular mountain and sea views for over 4 million Euros.

Paphos
Located on the south west of the island Paphos is a very mythical and historical place. Split into two parts; the old town high up on the hill ‘Ktima and the new on the coast overlooking the harbour “Kato’. Just to name a few of the amazing sights here; Paphos is home to the Acropolis and the Odeon which was built in the second century and is still used today to stage musical and live performances as well as the Adonis and Aphrodite baths, the world famous mosaics and the Paphos fort which is on the UNESCO world heritage list.

Available properties include bay area studio apartments from around 34,000 Euros to super luxury resort villas with private pools and gardens for over 4 million Euros.

Limassol
Limassol is a region full of beautiful contrasts from the historical castle where Richard the Lion heart married Berengaria in 1192 to new stylish and fashionable shopping malls and restaurants. The region is home to a commercial port and a stopping point for cruise ships for many destinations across the world as well. Limassol also attracts many foreigners and offshore companies due to the good schools in the area.

Property in this area includes countryside cottages in need of restoration in the many villages in the region to 7 bedroom villas with sea views, 2 private pools and a lift for 11 million Euros.

Larnaca
This Port city is host to a world class marina popular with yachtsmen all over the world and is one of the most modern cities in Southern Cyprus. The famous palm tree lined promenade is filled with tavernas, restaurants and bars and is popular with tourists and Cypriots.

Larnaca property ranges from stylish newly built detached 3 bedroom homes from around 300,000 Euros to awe inspiring futuristic designer beach homes with multiple pools and Jacuzzis fetching over 12 million Euros.

Summary
So in summary no matter what your taste; a country cottage, a high tech newly built city apartment or a luxury beachfront villa Cyprus has it all for you. And whether you enjoy walking the countryside, yachting, skiing, visiting historical sites or just shopping and partying you can do it all here. All this combined with the great tax advantages and quality of living makes Southern Cyprus a great haven and place to get away either just for an annual holiday or a permanent escape and change of lifestyle.

Author Bio: Cleo Lucas is the General Manager of Just Cyprus. You can read more articles and information relating to property in Paphos and Cyprus at http://www.justcyprus.eu/

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