Paphos, town in southwestern Cyprus on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. Paphos is the center of a fruit-growing and agricultural area and also has textile and food-processing industries.

Paphos town is strongly connected to Greek mythology and its history. Paphos was the capital of Cyprus under the Ptolemy's, successors of Alexander the Great, when its harbour was a thriving port, and remained Cyprus's first city for more than seven centuries under Roman rule. It's said that Aphrodite, Greek goddess of love and beauty, rose from the waves and crashed on its shores.

Paphos is not only one of the most popular seaside resorts in Cyprus, it is also a charmingly beautiful little town.

Playing an active role in the cultural, political and social life of Cyprus, Paphos has a population of about 47,000 and is the island’s fourth largest town.

As the resort lies on a rocky hill, the lower area of Kato Paphos is better recommended for those with walking difficulties. Paphos is a very cultural area, and there is plenty to see and do, including impressive old ruins and many cultural heritage sites of interest.