The once sleepy village of Peyia is simply stunning. The whitewashed village clings to the rugged hills that act as a backdrop to Cyprus` most photogenic stretch of coastline. Below the village, you will find the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean glistening in the sun, while to the north you will find the silhouetted peak of Ayios Yeoyios which marks the beginning of the untouched Akamas Peninsula.
The resort is close to Coral Bay and this is what first put Peyia onto the map. This is one the most laid back places on the island and the locals claim that "in Peyia, nothing happens in a hurry". It is this soporific quality that imbues Peyia with most of its charm. If you were to take a walk along the pine-scented streets it soon becomes clear why the locals of Peyia have come to this conclusion.
Peyia provides a welcome antidote to the hustle and bustle of nearby Paphos and is the ideal place to have a relaxing lunch in one of the local restaurants where you can enjoy a plateful of meze and a cold bottle of Keo beer. For the more active person, you can enjoy the go-Karting track, try your hand at paragliding or alternatively go for a swim in the sea.
Cultural cravings are also satisfied with the two ruined Christian basilicas found on the outskirts of the village while further evidence of Peyia's historic importance comes in the shape of the Roman tombs carved in the cliffs of the sea. This is simply a typical village in the hills of beautiful Cyprus.