Cyprus is usually measured in sunshine hours, property transactions, and tourist arrivals.But there is another metric — architecture. And it tells a far more interesting story. Over the past decade, the island has produced projects shortlisted and recognised in European architectural awards. These are not decorative landmarks. They are signals
LIMASSOL, 20 FEBRUARY 2026 The Anisad team stepped out “just to have a look”. We ended up staying for two hours. +19°C. Friday. On Anexartisias Street the air smells of grilled meat from Tsiknopempti, sweet zivania and cheap hairspray. We came without cameras raised, without any grand editorial intention.
10 things we consider normal — and you only begin to understand with time Before writing this, we did something very simple. We asked several of our Cypriot friends — people who have lived on this island for more than fifty years — how they see the difference between expectation and reality. People
For many years, Cyprus was largely a cash-buyers’ market. Mortgages existed, but were rarely a decisive factor in property transactions. This has changed. Despite higher interest rates compared to the pre-2022 period, mortgages have once again become a working tool — for both residents and foreign buyers. That said, mortgage financing
The Cypriot real estate market in 2025 was not defined by record transaction volumes, but by capital concentration. The island continued to sell steadily, yet the defining feature of the year was where the money accumulated, not how many properties changed hands. Official data from the Department of Lands and
A festive guide through Cyprus — explored via our interactive map Winter in Cyprus tells a quieter, richer story than the island’s summer image suggests. When December arrives, the Troodos Mountains and surrounding regions transform into a mosaic of Christmas villages, mountain markets, lights, music, and local traditions. Stone houses
The rental market in Cyprus has long outgrown the old model of “rent it out for the season and forget about it.” Increasingly, owners view their properties as long-term assets that should generate stable income — even if they live abroad and only visit the island occasionally. Yet many still confuse
Cyprus is entering a period in which its traditional model of water supply is no longer functioning. For decades, the island relied on winter rains and dams that stored natural water for the year ahead. Today, this system can no longer withstand climatic pressure: rainfall is declining, summers are becoming
Explore golf courses on our map Cyprus has quietly become one of the Mediterranean’s most exciting golfing destinations. From championship layouts carved into dramatic valleys to relaxed family-friendly parks on the coast, the island offers variety, quality, and sunshine almost year-round. Below is a curated guide to the standout
Introduction Amid global economic turbulence, Cyprus continues to hold its position as a reliable investment haven. A high level of safety, favourable climate, tax advantages and expanding infrastructure make the island one of the leading destinations for buyers of luxury homes. In the first half of 2025, the premium property
Thinking about investing in Cyprus? This sunny island is a dream spot for many foreign buyers — but before you fall in love with a beachfront apartment, there’s one thing you should know: Cyprus is a divided island. And that makes a big difference when it comes to real estate.
A mortgage (in the context of buying a home in Europe) is a home loan that helps people purchase property by spreading payments over many years. Like it or not, for millions of Europeans, it’s the only way to own a home. What do the numbers say? Eurostat reports