Petra tou Romiou is a rock off the shore along the old road from Paphos to Limassol, which has been regarded since ancient times as the birthplace of Aphrodite, the Goddess of love and fertility.
Akamas is an area of 230 square kilometres at the northwest extremity of Cyprus and is named after a son of Theseus, hero of the Trojan War and founder of the kingdom of Soli.
The Goddess of Love used to take her bath in a cool pond not far from Latchi, the place is known as the ‘Baths of Aphrodite’ and it provides superb views across Chrysochou Bay.
"Avoid places like Paphos and Limassol (unless you like visiting Irish pubs and eating a full English brekkie abroad) and instead head to the Akamas region, which is all fishing villages, olive trees and peaceful views of the sea. Most won't be able to afford the Anassa, a luxury boutique hotel, but a great alternative is to hire a villa from Akamas Villas"
We were very pleasantly surprised by how warm it was for October! From the complementary Persefoni wine to catching the last of the summer sun, a great week and a definite re-booking for next year! Thank you.
Where to go in Cyprus?
"Avoid places like Paphos and Limassol (unless you like visiting Irish pubs and eating a full English brekkie abroad) and instead head to the Akamas region, which is all fishing villages, olive trees and peaceful views of the sea. Most won't be able to afford the Anassa, a luxury boutique hotel, but a great alternative is to hire a villa from Akamas Villas"
MSN Travel - 26/04/2012