Weddings In Cyprus

Is there anywhere more romantic on earth than Cyprus to be married where Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love, rose from the white foam of the sea and was carried along on the moist breath of the God Zephyrus until she reached the sun-kissed shores of Cyprus…where sweet wine flows as freely as the animated conversations in the local cafes…where the glittering jewel that is the Mediterranean meets the powder white sands of this island of legends?

Cyprus is truly an island of legendary beauty dating back tens of thousands of years which enjoys year-round sunshine and the warm breeze of the Mediterranean sea. Famous residents of Cyprus have included Alexander the Great, Cleopatra and, of course, Aphrodite – all known best for their legendary love stories.

Today, Cyprus is a modern country beautifully marrying the best of European culture with ancient traditions and history with hedonism. Powder white sandy beaches, swaying palm trees, fragrant citrus groves and vineyards studded with olive trees, sparkling, aquamarine seas and a clear blue horizon all make up the backdrop of this island of exotic mystique. Roman and Greek ruins stand majestically alongside fabulous five star hotels with their fully equipped thalassotherapy health spas. Wine producing villages with atmospheric winding streets and terraced vineyards are seductive to the senses.

One of the most impressive archaeological sites, the ancient city kingdom of Kourion, overlooks a magnificent stretch of beaches with a glittering blue sea beyond. Along the island's sun-kissed coastline, from Ayia Napa in the east to Paphos in the west, world-class beach resorts alternate with settings untouched since antiquity.

Larnaca is home to the major international airport and also to St. Lazarus Church and the crypt of the eponymous saint resurrected by Christ. Near the animated harbour at Paphos are the Roman floor mosaics of the Houses of Aion, Achilles and Dionysus, their depictions of mythological scenes amazingly well preserved.

Marriages in Cyprus for foreign nationals are legally recognised in the UK. A minimum residency requirement of five days is essential. Most couples opt to stay seven or fourteen nights, thereby combining their wedding with a honeymoon without having to travel further away. Larnaca is the perfect destination for couples, families and wedding parties with its glorious weather and pristine, palm fringed beaches.

Make your wedding day all that more special by taking your vows on Cypriot soil, the island of love, in Palm Beach's quaint, private chapel surrounded by lush palm trees and exotic gardens. From champagne to cocktail receptions around the pool to gala dinners or intimate family gatherings, the hotel staff will do whatever it takes to transform the magnificent gardens and banqueting rooms into a splendid setting worthy of the occasion. Live music, dance and the finest cuisine are combined to ensure that the wedding couple and their guests always treasure the memories of their wedding at the Palm Beach Hotel & Bungalows.