Paphos Digest
March/Март 2015 www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com
Published By A. Mandziak Estate Agency Ltd. Trading as Fitzgerald Marketing Solomos Crt, 74 Ap. Pavlou Ave Kato Paphos Cyprus 8046 Tel: +357 26 930345 Fax: + 357 26 930929 e: contact@fitzgeraldcyprus.com web: www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com web: www.fitzgeraldprestige.com Cover: Peyia Luxury Low Set Home
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Peyia Luxury Bungalow 足 New generation neighbourhood and a true lifestyle destination with high quality homes and savvy design surprises. Privileged community of prestige villas in Paphos 足 Peyia... Ref. 1710 (See page 6)
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March Good Tidings ‘The Times’, UK, has published a feature report on Cyprus. The report scans through all the key players in the country from the citizen’s mindset, politics, banks, economy, employment, property market, and many more. One thing that shines through is the absolute confidence that Cyprus is firmly on the road to recovery. It’s interesting and revealing and well worth reading. At Fitzgerald’s we pay very close attention to the economic indicators as well as the country’s popular sentiment, and we have seen that Cyprus is improving and winning the fight. The property market is one of the leaders in this recovery. Cyprus continues to be irresistible where sun, the sea, the quality of lifestyle is concerned. Our own research shows definite improvements on many fronts in Cyprus. At our office we monitor the level of inquiries,accompanied viewings, telephone calls etc., and all our data showed a welcomed upturn since September 2014 and the figures are holding firm. House prices have remained stable to date, but with developer activities almost nonexistent, and the pool of top quality properties with title deeds getting progressively smaller, this is the prime time to start seeing prices edging higher. Below is the link to the featured report. The 16 page report is interesting, revealing and well worth reading. And if you dream of owning a home in the sun... it’s time to do something about it! Please follow the link to open the report http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/public/Defying_th e_odds/
Fitzgerald Marketing: Independent Real Estate Agents At Fitzgerald Marketing, we understand that our clients’ are unique and we ensure their interests are at the very centre of what we do. We aim to always be ahead of the market with innovative and dynamic solutions that create value for our clients and attract buyers. At Fitzgerald’s these advantages are the cornerstone of our success, unlike others, who rely mostly on third party agents for which, inevitably, the seller pays extra. Fitzgerald’s multimedia marketing is in the forefront of innovation and is continually expanding. We are all about comprehensive internet, international portals such as RightMove, social media, radio and magazines reaching millions of buyers and sellers world wide. Today, prospective buyers and clients are well informed, savvy and expect maximum online information plus prompt service. We are committed to deliver all the relevant details to clients including accurate property locations on Google maps so that buyers can make an informed buying decision. The current Buyers Market has resulted in an overabundance of properties available, making it a challenge for properties to stand out in such a crowded market. Fitzgerald’s not only delivers Better information, Better photography and Better presentation as standard without any cost to the seller, our continuing innovation delivers a superior product which sets us apart as a trusted market leaders with over 25 years experience.
A whole new world By Maria Gregoriou Kypriaki Gonia in Larnaca will be exhibiting the solo exhibition by Nefeli Ptochopoulou entitled Musical World as of Friday. Ptochopoulou brings to life on canvas a dreamy world of music expressed through the interplay of colour and expressive shapes. These two intertwine to guide the viewer into a musical world, unfolded art. The art brings together a sight to not only arouse sight, but also play on the sense of sound. This sensation, as the artist explains “touches the soul of each human being, giving the opportunity to each spectator to travel in the world of music and vision.” Ptochopoulou, from Larnaca, graduated with a formal art education at Aristotelio University, Thessaloniki, Greece. Although she has participated in a number of group exhibitions, this is the first time she has exhibited solo. The exhibition will be opened by the Mayor of Larnaca, Andreas Louroutziatis. Musical World Solo exhibition by Nefeli Ptochopoulou. Opens February 20, 7.30pm until March 3. Gallery Kypriaki Gonia, 45 Stadiou Street, Larnaca. MondaySaturday: 10am1pm & 4.30pm8pm. Sunday:11am2pm & 4pm7pm. Tel: 24621109 (Cyprus Mail)
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Peyia Luxury Low Set Home Peyia Luxury villa 足 New generation neighbourhood and a true lifestyle destination with high quality homes and savvy design surprises. Sited on a gently sloping hillside and designed to take full advantage of the natural gradient. The appealing beauty of the area dominates both the communal and brilliantly designed private spaces of this privileged community of prestige villas in Paphos 足 Peyia This charming bungalow features attractive natural stone detailing throughout the garden landscape and outdoor living areas. The inviting pool spans across the whole width of your home. To the side, a nicely detailed external stairs lead to the vast expanse of roof terrace offering grand panoramic views and a first class outdoor entertainment area. Interior is bright, airy, very spacious and all is centrally heated in winter and air conditioned in summer. The open足plan living concept creates an easy flow with uninterrupted vision between the kitchen and the spacious lounge that extends through to the
Featured Property outdoor terraced. The living area is accentuated by high ceilings, abundant natural light and interesting detailing throughout. The gourmet kitchen is simply a delight. Contemporary finishes, vast expanse of granite worktops, quality appliances, adjacent pantry utility room; it’s a functional gem. The bedrooms are well separated from the living areas. Each bedroom is surprisingly roomy and each opens to a garden terrace. Two bedrooms feature private ensuites; the third bedroom shares a full family bathroom. If you are looking for a luxury property in Paphos area that is easy to maintain, offers all the comforts and convenience you want, this PaphosPeyia luxury home is poised to become a real asset in your property portfolio. Viewing is a must.
Price: €288,000
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Paradise Gardens TH
Impeccably maintained and presented mid terrace in prestigious Paradise Gardens. It’s a mixed holiday/residential development offering an idyllic resort setting with vast colourful gardens, swimming pools and meandering walkways. The mid terrace townhouse features a generous living room courtyard with an easy access to
the communal garden and amenities. Formal entry to your new home is from the private parking area and the Interior of the townhouse is bright, airy, colourful, comfortable an absolutely picture perfect. The ground floor is an openplan living area and features a stylish 'cando' kitchen. Past the elevated breakfast bar, a sunny dining–sitting room with oversized patio doors opening to a covered patio and the entertainer garden courtyard. Wood inlaid stairs lead upstairs where you find two attractive double bedrooms sharing a well appointed family bathroom. Shower room is on the ground floor. Master bedroom features balcony overlooking the communal pool and gardens. The location of the resort is super convenient. The hub of Kato Paphos commercial centre and the sea is a mere 800m walking distance away. This is an exceptional lifestyle find and is offered at a fantastic price. Holiday or permanent living, you’ll love this super appealing terrace. Don't hesitate, this is the most adventageous time to buy property in Cyprus.
Price: €145,000
New Fitzgerald's Properties Chloraka Panoramic End Terrace €165,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 3 End townhouse with very spacious lounge, 3 bright bedrooms, but nothing is better than the panoramic view probably the best in the Paphos area! T.Deeds.
Garden Blossom Villa €120,000 Beds: 2 Baths: 1 Well established country home set on 767sq m plot in the rustic village of Statos (1000m above sea level) cradled between the flowing foothills of the Troodos...Title Deeds Ref: 1704
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Kato Paphos Semi €125,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Ideal location within easy reach to Tourist Kato Paphos and the sea. Semidetached villa with generous outdoor entertainment areas and bright and breezy interior. Title Deeds...
Geroskipou 2 Bed Apt €89,750 Beds 2 Baths 1 This apartment is fresh, spacious and utterly exciting. Your top floor apartment is a super convenient home with huge covered balconies. Title Deeds
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Universal End Terrace
€55,000 Beds 1 Baths 1
€108,000 Beds 2 Baths 2
Central city location. Regular public transport, shops and restaurants. Bright apartment with southerly orientation and views to the sea. 15 Minutes walk to the sea, Title Deeds
Welcome to Nicoletta Court, an endterrace that is sunny, spacious and comfortable. Separate kitchen with back terrace. Double bedrooms with private balconies. T.D.
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Cyprus, Island of Aphrodite: Her images, cult and sanctuaries during the era of the city kingdoms Dr Anja Ulbrich, A.G. Leventis curator of Cypriot Antiquities in the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, recently delivered a lecture on Cyprus, Island of Aphrodite: Her images, cult and sanctuaries during the era of the city kingdoms (Archaic and Classical Periods) at Senate House, University of London. The lecture was organised by the Friends of the British School at Athens, chaired by the archaeologist Gerald Cadogan, and attended by Mr A. P. Leventis, the director of the A.G. Leventis Foundation, Dr Achilleas Hadjikyriacou, the cultural counsellor of the Cyprus High Commission, Doros Partassides, representative of Cyprus Television, and a mixed audience of archaeologists, classicists and the public. The starting point of the intriguing, richly illustrated lecture was Greek literature, mostly Homer and Hesiod, which vaguely portrays Aphrodite, frequently called “Kypris” or “Lady of Cyprus” (potnia Kyprou in Greek), as the most important deity on the island with universal powers, facets and functions in the Cypriot society and religion during the age of the city kingdoms (ca. 750310 BC). Dr Ulbrich went on to explore the significance and various functions of the goddess by analysing the archaeological evidence from and for her sanctuaries in Cyprus proper. The
first part of the lecture focused on the imagery of the votive figures in stone and terracotta from her sanctuaries, particularly those portraying her or referring to Cypriot Aphrodite, not called Aphrodite in Cypriot dedicatory inscriptions before the time of Alexander the Great. A second part investigated the distribution and topography of her cult sites in Cyprus and in the urban centres and territories of the island’s 12 autonomous citykingdoms. Through the period under review, various different types of images of or referring to Cypriot Aphrodite were dedicated as votive figures to the goddess. They reflect both, her various aspects and functions as well as the multicultural nature of Cypriot society at the time. Thus, the imagetypes of a naked female, sometimes supporting her breasts or of a pregnant enthroned woman or goddess, characterized Kypris as goddess of sex, love and fertility. They were introduced from Phoenicia in the 7th or 5th century BC respectively, probably through Phoenicians in the Phoenician city kingdom of Kition in Cyprus. A survey of the distribution of sanctuaries of the goddess in Cyprus, illustrated with various maps, showed that she was the dominant deity within the urban centres of all citykingdoms as well as in towns in the territories. There she was worshipped in several sanctuaries at geographically prominent sites, such as on top of an acropolis, in a palace or near
the citygates, either in all her various aspects mentioned above, or different aspects of her were dominant at different urban cult places. The further away her sanctuaries lay from a city or larger town, the more her aspect of female and vegetal fertility and as a hunting goddess became prominent in the images of her votivefigurines. Commenting on the lecture, Dr Achilleas Hadjikyriacou, the Cultural Counsellor of the Cyprus High Commission, highlighted the fact that Dr Ulbrich’s research allowed the audience to appreciate the complex social, cultural, religious and historical connotations of the “Great Goddess of Cyprus”.
As he stated: “Cyprus is widely known as the Island of Aphrodite, but there is still a lot to learn from the ongoing archaeological research regarding the importance of the Goddess as at a cross point of ancient civilisations, cultures and histories. Dr Ulbrich, a leading scholar in this field, has provided original insights into the presence of Aphrodite in the Iisland during the Archaic and Classical periods while at the same time she convincingly explored exploring the change in the Goddess’ physical representations and religious symbolisms across time and place.” (Parikiaki – Cyprus Weekly Newspaper)