Welcome to Polis

Located in the North West of the Paphos region, Polis - or Polis Chrysochous to give the town and municipality its full name - lies at the centre of Chrysochous Bay and on the edge of the Akamas Peninsula nature reserve which is famous for its turtle hatchery at Lara Bay and the Baths of Aphrodite. It is rapidly becoming the new destination for quality tourism in Cyprus and is widely recognised as the ideal holiday location for the discerning visitor who appreciates the authenticity and sensual experience of an unspoilt natural environment.

Tranquillity comes as standard - along with stunning views towards Cape Akamas across the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean. With a wonderful healthy climate and mild winters, discovery of this hidden treasure should be top priority for the intrepid traveller when choosing the location for a luxury rental villa or holiday apartment holiday in Cyprus. A private swimming pool is a 'lifestyle accessory' included with many such properties, although the nearby sandy beaches are an excellent alternative for those wanting to commune with the warm sea breeze.

The locality of Polis Chrysochous is served by the picturesque fishing port of Latchi, an attractive year-round destination with a reputation for its superb fish taverns. Diving, windsurfing, canoeing and boat-rides to Akamas are a 'must'.

Polis has all the facilities needed for a pleasant and trouble-free holiday: a tourist office, banks, a hospital, pharmacies, shops, supermarkets, restaurants, taverns, bars, cafes - and a picturesque pedestrianised area in the traditional heart of the town which serves as a local meeting point throughout the year from the early hours until late at night.

The region boasts Byzantine churches and the excellent archaeological museum of Marion - Arsinoe at Polis. The Polis Culture Centre was opened in 2001. This is a modern building with a theatre stage and seating capacity for 400 people plus an exhibition area that can host up to 250 people.

Polis and the surrounding area is a location par excellence for nature lovers and those keen on active holidays. You can choose from hiking, cycling, watersports and horse riding - with the Tsada Golf Course just 25 minutes away on the northern outskirts of Paphos. Jeep safaris are popular into the unspoilt Akamas Peninsula during the summer months. Nature trails, forested areas, a gorge and an abundance of wild plants create an environmental tapestry that exudes a sense of complete restfulness

Polis Chrysochous - which in Greek means 'town' - is one of the most beautiful areas of Cyprus. It is close to where Aphrodite the mythical goddess of love used to meet her beloved Adonis. In these (real) and modern times it is the perfect place for lovers of all ages to re-connect with their senses and emotions.

Although Polis is more secluded than most tourist destinations, it is not isolated. It is just 30 minutes from the bustling tourist centre of Paphos and the excellent motorway network that connects to the main towns of Cyprus and the surrounding villages. Whether you're travelling from Agia Napa, Larnaca, Limassol or Nicosia nowhere is very far in time distance from anywhere else on the island - making Polis an easily accessible natural paradise.

For visitors arriving at Paphos International Airport - be they from the UK, Russia, Germany, Sweden, Greece, Dubai or Cairo - the tranquillity of Polis is little more than 45 minutes away. Getting there couldn't be easier! Once landed, simply collect your rental car and you're on your way. Contact www.hestia-holidays.com/carhire for rates and vehicles available.

To the regular visitor to Cyprus, finding out what the Polis region has to offer is time well spent - an investment in satisfying not just the spirit but the senses too. For those thinking of Cyprus as a first-time experience, why settle for anything less than the best of what the island has to offer? Either way, contacting the best when it comes to arranging the rental of a luxury villa or apartment - plus car hire, flights and currency transfer - should be the first step of that journey of discovery. You’ll be pleased you booked your holiday accommodation in Cyprus with Hestia Holidays.