Machairas Monastery was founded, in 1148, by two monks, Neophytos and Ignatius, on the eastern foothills of the Troodos Mountains of Cyprus, twenty-five miles south of the city of Nicosia. After the death of Neophytos, Ignatius accompanied, by the monk Propokius, traveled to Constantinople in 1172 to plead for financial assistance from the emperor, Manuel I Komnenos. Succeeding in their quest, the monastery was granted ownership of the entire mountain and given the status of stavropegion which made it independent of the local bishop, the Bishop of Tamasia. The monks built a small church that early in the thirteenth century was enlarged by the first abbot of the monastery, Neilos.

A small island in the bay adds beauty and charm to the surrounding landscape. The word "nishi" in Greek means "island".

The beach is 300 meters long and 40 meters wide and covered with fine golden sand. It is well protected from the wind, so the sea is always quiet here. Nearby there is a rental of sports equipment for water and beach sports, sun loungers and umbrellas. Hotels, restaurants and a variety of shops are also very close.

Paphos Archaeological Park (also Kato Pafos Archaeological Park) contains the major part of the important ancient Greek and Roman City and is located in Paphos, southwest Cyprus. The park, still under excavation, is within the Nea Pafos ("New Paphos") section of the coastal city.

Its sites and monuments date from prehistoric times through the Middle Ages. Of the most significant remains so far discovered are four large and elaborate Roman villas: the House of Dionysos, the House of Orpheus, the House of Aion and the House of Theseus, all with superb preserved mosaic floors.

In addition, excavations have uncovered an Agora, Asklipieion, Basilica, Odeion, Hellenistic-Roman Theatre, and a necropolis known as the "Tombs of the Kings".

The charming Medieval Monastery of Agia Napa stands in the middle of the village and was built in the form of a Medieval Castle around 1500 AD.

The monastery is partially built underground and cut into the rock, surrounded by a high wall. It is dedicated to ‘Our Lady of the Forests’, with the name coming from the Ancient Greek word for wooded valley (‘Napa’) as a result of the area’s past topography.

The main road north from Paphos takes you to Chrysochou Bay, which runs from the tip of the Akamas Peninsular in the west to Pomos Point in the east. The main villages of significance are Polis and the fishing harbour of Latchi. The more adventurous can find many fine undiscovered beaches, further to the east but most tourists head for the beach resorts on the coast near Latchi and Polis. Romantics, however, usually head further west till the road reaches a parking lot by the Baths of Aphrodite, in the heart of the Akamas National Park.

The Akamas National Park lies on the west coast of Cyprus, a truly pictorial part of the island. It has an area coverage of 230 square kilometres containing valleys, gorges and wide sandy bays. 

Agia Napa award winning sun-washed beaches, rolling waves, Luxury Sea view hotels, chic resorts plus copious amounts of sunshine. Ayia Napa with its wild nights is the party Capital popular with all age groups.

The resort is centered around a picturesque old square, where is a thriving nighttime scene .Hundreds of restaurants serving everything from Greek cuisine to Italian, French and Chinese, along with wine bars, pubs, and taverns with live entertainment and clubs where everybody dances until late hours. Of course it is possible to take a break from this hectic social life, with so many less discovered parts of the area worth exploring, including some secluded coves and several laid back resorts to visit. Be sure,

Ayia Napa will mark you with unforgettable mix of steamy beach life and sexy people - all the ingredients you need for a hot, fun-packed vacation.