A small village in the hills overlooking the N coast and the nearest town, Polis, 6 mls to the N. Polis is a small agricultural town with a population of around 1,800, it is a cheerful, bustling place with a cosmopolitan atmosphere. It is built around a charming central square which is surrounded by restaurants, tavernas, cafes and bars. Most of the buildings are traditional Cypriot or - if built more recently - adhere to the same architectural principles so the town has a typically village rather than resort feel. There are a number of interesting buildings dotted around, including the Greek Orthodox St Nicholas' Church which sits at the heart of the town.

Couples, families, nature enthusiasts and the environmentally aware. Generally, holidaymakers wanting a more typically Cypriot experience.

Mostly small aparthotels in the A to C category. A couple of centrally placed hotels.

Nearest beach is 7 mls away to the N, attractively backed by eucalyptus trees and reached via citrus groves. It is a mix of sand and shingle, and offers safe bathing, changing rooms and a restaurant/bar.

Polis has no more than 20 shops, mostly situated in the centre and comprising small souvenir outlets, minimarkets and leather, gold, silver and lace shops. A fruit and vegetable market is held every day in the town square, where you can buy locally grown oranges, lemons and olives.

Daytime: in Polis, archaeological museum; 16th-century St Andronicos' Church with its medieval frescoes; nature trails; tennis; water sports and boat trips at Latchi. Nightlife: a disco and half a dozen bars located around the centre.

Polis has around 15 eateries, predominantly traditional tavernas and fish restaurants offering locally caught produce.

Hourly bus service between Polis and Paphos passing through Droushia. From Polis, a bus to the Baths of Aphrodite runs 3 times a day (Mon to Sat in high season). Taxis also available. Car and bike rental.

Half day: Baths of Aphrodite, the famous pool where the Goddess of Love was said to bathe; Kathikas with its vineyards and traditional wineries; Peristerona with a Byzantine museum; nature reserve at Akamas Peninsula; numerous nature trails and walks. Full day: Nicosia, the capital; Troodos Mountains sightseeing tour; Paphos history tour; daily boat trip to Fontana Amoroza, a dry spring with a beautiful beach.

In NW Cyprus, 64 mls NW of Limassol. 17 mls N of Paphos airport.

Set in a green, hilly, rural area, about 7 mls from the coast at the mid-point of wide Chrysochou Bay. Akamas Peninsula with its nature reserve lies to the NW.

Airport : International
Airport Code: PFO
Flight time from ther U.K.: 4 hrs 15 mins