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Originally Posted by BabsM
As you might see from my other posts, I disagree with the claim that the Paphos area is best. My husband and I 'retired' to Cyprus two months ago and chose the Larnaca area after a search over the whole of the Republic of Cyprus. We're loving it here!
Larnaca is smaller than Paphos or Limassol but was the original capital city of Cyprus - Kition. We have some lovely beaches round here, and one of the 10 best dive sites in the world - the Zenobia. An ancient wreck from the Hellenic period has also recently been discovered a few miles away at Mazotos. Who knows, perhaps we'll be able to dive it someday when the archaeologists have finshed with it! Larnaca is also within an easy drive of Nicosia and Occupied Cyprus. We also have a strong expat and active community in this area. Prices of property are cheaper here than either Paphos or Limassol too.
So there is variety on the Island and as everybody likes something different it is a good thing to keep and open mind and have a good look at everywhere.
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As with everything which is the nicest part is a down to personal preference.
We find Larnaca very flat and barren and hate it when we have to go there for business.
The Paphos area is much greener, has some wonderful scenery as well as countless archeologocial sites. We also have Aphrodites rock and many other places of interest. We never tire of going out for a drive as there always new places to explore and many many wineries as this area has vineyards around every bend.
Yes properties are cheaper, although not very much and to me the reasons for the cheaper prices are obvious when you compare the two areas.
So as I said it is all matter of taste and whether you want the nice sandy beaches as you find in the Larnaca area or whether you prefer green and the cooler summers and milder winters.
We have properties for sale in all areas of Southern Cyprus and have spent many days over on the Eastern coast with clients and leave the decision of where to buy up to them at all times, but the vast majority prefer the Western Coast.