So you’ve decided on Cyprus for your (destination) wedding, after researching many popular worldwide destinations. Now, when you were doing said research, there may or may not have been a venue that caught your eye and made that all important decision for you. However, fret not if that wasn’t the case!
There are 5 regions of Cyprus, all of which offer some truly stunning venues and locations for your big day. So how do you choose? Let’s break them down and explain how they differ and hopefully help you make your next decision that much easier!
Firstly, it’s important to know what (and where) the 5 regions of the island are:
Nicosia: The Capital city (and last divided capital city in the world). Located inland, Nicosia is the only region on the island without a coastline, steeped in history offering Medieval sights and off the beaten track venues. Popular style of wedding venues found in Nicosia, are Municipality locations and large scale venues outside of the center.
Ammochosta/ Famagusta: On the southeast, Famagusta is home to the island’s famous nightlife in Ayia Napa, and offering gorgeous blue flag beaches along its coast and villages of Paralimni, Pernera and Protaras. Popular style of wedding venues found in Famagusta include sand-in-your-toes spots, hotels, restaurants and white churches.
Larnaca: Also situated on the southern coast is Larnaca, the islands port city, with a sandy strip and water front that is Mackenzie Beach, the region offers many religous traditional style venues and beach front locations. Larnaca also hosts the island’s largest airport. Popular style of wedding venues found in Larnaca include seaside venues, hotels and rural spots.
Limassol: Further along the coast heading west is Limassol, the cosmopolitan region of the island, known for it’s seven mile long beachfront and bustling harbour where luxury yachts are a plenty. Popular style of wedding venues found in Limassol are five star hotels, wineries and beachfront locations.
Paphos: Popular with holidaymakers and tourists, Paphos is the western most region reaching both the northern coast of Polis and the southern coast where its harbour and nightlife can be found. Also home to blue flag beaches, it offers beachfront and rustic venues alike. Popular style of wedding venues found in Paphos include hotels, beachfront sand-in-your-toes venues, golf courses, restaurants, modern and traditional rustic venues.
Whilst, every region except Nicosia has a coastline and beachfront locations, Paphos and Famagusta are the most popular.
