Cyprus Holidays - Fun in the Sun A superb Mediterranean climate, safe beaches, golfing, water sports, skiing, mountains, fun nightlife, and an easy-going British feel about it. So what makes Cyprus special? Well for starters there's the welcoming feel of the island, the superb climate, the rugged beauty of the landscape, the crystal blue sea, the cool pine forests, the mountains and the value for money a holiday in Cyprus can offer. Cyprus packs a remarkable array of sights and attractions into such a small space: museums and archaelogical sites that span more than five millennia of history, throbbing beach resorts, medieval fortresses, age-old temples standing on empty hillsides, cool mountain forests and pretty valleys chequered with vineyards, grain fields and olive groves all complete the landscape. On an island where one can swin and ski all in the same day, this is truly a holiday paradise with something for everyone. So where do you start in discovering Cyprus? Well, to get you started, here’s a quick summary of Cyprus with a few facts and figures thrown in. Cyprus Attractions Find out about the top 10 Cyprus attractions and why you don't want to miss them. Birthplace of Aphrodite Known as the birthplace of Aphrodite, Cyprus has an incredibly diverse history. Due to it's location, many conquering peoples have left their mark on the island, including Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Phonecian, Persian, and Christain crusaders. These can be seen today with temples, tombs, mosaics, forts and churches dotted on the island. For those interested in the antiquities the island presents plenty of opportunity to explore and discover. Location Cyprus is situated in the Eastern Mediterranean at the cross roads of three continents.  It is located about 200 km north-west of Israel, 380 km north of Egypt, and 800 km east of the Greek mainland.  The island is the third largest in the Mediterranean. Cyprus is a member of the EU and no visas or vaccinations are required to enter the country for EU members. Flights from the UK take roughly 4h 30mins. Climate On average you get 340 days of sun per year. Winter averages 17 deg c and summer around 30 deg c. The coastal resorts are much more temperate and pleasant than Nicosia for example due to the influence of the sea.  Basically perfect for sun and sea holidays. Click here for a more detailed look at the Cyprus climate. Cyprus People Cyprus was once a British colony (1878 - 1960) resulting in over 80% of the population speaking English. It is also useful to note that all street signs, direction signs, shop signs etc. are written in English. Cypriots are friendly and open people who welcome visitors with simple and honest hospitality. Culture Greek in style, Greek temples, Roman mosaics and 15th-century frescoes litter the towns and villages. People dine out in local taverns. Restaurants cover many international tastes including Chinese, Indian, Thai, Italian, Mexican and good old fish and chips!