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by **pink lady** » Tue Jan 30, 2007 8:26 pm

Any suggestions for good places to eat out in the Peyia area?

by **simonwjones** » Tue Jan 30, 2007 10:50 pm

by **LENA** » Tue Jan 30, 2007 11:17 pm

simonwjones wrote:why?

Its not obvious???

by **simonwjones** » Tue Jan 30, 2007 11:34 pm

Yeah but why Peyia though? There's not-a-lot there is there.

by **LENA** » Tue Jan 30, 2007 11:45 pm

To be honest not much..but its beautiful and you can relax!!!

PEYIA

Situated in the foothills of Paphos, Peyia is a short drive from the nicest beach in the area at Coral Bay. Peyia is a very typical Cypriot village. An ancient church overlooks its centre, while the narrow streets and alleyways are full of old and interesting houses each with their own style of gardening! The village is still largely unspoilt with lively tavernas where you can eat at a fraction of the cost you would find in the main tourist areas. You can also buy all your provisions including fresh meat and bread in the village stores. Well worth a visit.

Peyia is well situated for exploring the western side of Cyprus. It offers easy access to the Akamas peninsula, with its spectacular landscapes, deserted sandy beaches and conservation projects. Be warned though, there are limited facilities in this area and even if you are going on a guided tour or jeep safari please take sun creams and water with you.

To the north of Peyia, many roads meander through the hills and then down to Polis and Latchi. These take you through acres of vineyards in steep valleys with some outstanding views to the Troodos Mountains and on to the coast and Aphrodite's Baths.

http://www.havenvilla.com/information/peyia.php

The once sleepy village of Peyia might not command much attention from guidebook writers, but it's a favourite topic of conversation with estate agents and expatriates. And it's easy to see why. The whitewashed village clings to the rugged hills that act a backdrop to Cyprus' most photogenic stretch of coastline. Below glitter the crystal waters of the Mediterranean, while to the north the silhouetted peak of Ayios Yeoyios marks the beginning of the untouched Akamas Peninsula.

However, it's the village's proximity to the resort of Coral Bay (just five km south west) that first put Peyia on the developer's map. Walking along the pine-scented streets it's easy to come to the conclusion that Peyia is still sleeping off all the hard work of the recent construction boom. While locals like to claim that 'in Peyia nothing happens in a hurry', the truth is that nothing much happens at all. However, it's this soporific quality that imbues Peyia with most of its charm.

Peyia proves a welcome antidote to the bustle of nearby Pafos and is a great place to while away a relaxing lunchtime with a plateful of meze and a cold bottle of Keo beer. If you prefer your afternoons to be a little more active you'll find a number of local companies offering every white-knuckled pursuit from go-karting to paragliding, otherwise it's a short hop to the beach.

Cultural cravings should be satisfied by the two ruined Christian basilicas found on the outskirts of the village (watch where you put your feet as the 'best bit' is the mosaic covering the floor), while further evidence of Peyia's historic importance comes in the shape of Roman tombs carved into the cliffs above the sea.

Having slumbered through the day Peyia wakes up at night. Taverna tables groaning under the weight of fresh fish fill the central square, the evening air cools and the village comes alive with the sounds of animated conversation. Then, all of a sudden, it is very easy to see why Peyia has become one of the most coveted places on the island to own a holiday home.

by **Svetlana** » Wed Jan 31, 2007 3:58 pm

The Peyia Tavern is really great; welcoming host, lovely food, good price and friendly Cypriot ambience. Most of the others I would not bother with. Other than that I would head for the Farmyard Taverna in Kathikas, which is only around 15 minutes away.

Lana

by **Pete_D** » Wed Jan 31, 2007 7:57 pm

Svetlana wrote:The Peyia Tavern is really great; welcoming host, lovely food, good price and friendly Cypriot ambience. Most of the others I would not bother with. Other than that I would head for the Farmyard Taverna in Kathikas, which is only around 15 minutes away.

Lana

Sounds good Lana, so then next time I'm in Pafos I'll drive up to Pegeia and then me & you can go on a hot date to this Tavern & find out if it is as good as you say... wadyareckon to that?!

Pete