Paphos Digest
October/Октябрь www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com
Published By Fitzgerald Marketing Solomos Court 74 Apostolos Pavlou Ave Kato Paphos Cyprus 8046 Tel: +357 26 930345 Fax: + 357 26 930929 e: contact@fitzgeraldcyprus.com web: www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com Cover Photo: Megalo Tama
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Featured Property
A homesized end terrace with 180° sea views, huge entertainment terrace and super convenient location. Spacious home, separate kitchen, and bedrooms with shared balcony. Offered at not to be missed price and Title Deeds Reference: 1378 (See page 6)
We continue to advertise our world class website on the famous British property website ‘Rightmove’, the Cyprus Mail, Essential Paphos magazine and the Russian magazine ‘My Island’ (Moi Ostrov) attracting sellers as well as buyers.
We are seeing consolidation of prices at current realistic levels. As more people wake up to the fact that this is a wonderful opportunity to buy villas, prices will increase however prices for apartments will continue to be soft because there is a big oversupply of these types of properties.
Market Stabilizes
Cyprus is basking in the prestige of holding the rotating EU Presidency till December 31, 2012 and according to the press, the Government is performing splendidly continuing with the programs initiated by previous EU leadership as well as adding its own leadership agenda. There is a lot of focus is on the EU Presidency, yet with the Cyprus Presidential elections scheduled to take place in February 2013, the majority of the population are preoccupied with the forthcoming elections and domestic affairs.
To this end, Cyprus government spokesman Daryl Fitzgerald echoed the "tight" budget policy which incorporates additional spending cuts and further shrinkage of the bloated public sector whilst at the same time channeling funds for growthboosting infrastructure projects. All this has a good effect on the Cyprus property market and real prices are stabilizing at record low levels which cannot continue.
The ‘canny’ property buyer can see this but there are lots of people who believe the media’s ‘bad news’ propaganda and are wrongly delaying their buying decision. They may miss the boat for their favourite property.
Recent sales at Fitzgerald’s reflect good sales for quality properties at realistic prices with Title Deeds – see www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com
More good news for you and Fitzgerald’s as the Real Estate Board of Cyprus has finally, after 10 years, given their approval for the company to be registered estate agents. More news next month
Megalo Tama The artwork, The Megalo Tama has been made for the event INSITE in Kato Paphos to commemorate Cyprus’ presidency of the EU 2012. The event will take place from the 21st 28th September 2012. The event INSITE is sponsored by the Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture and The Department of Antiquities.
In Miriam Mc Connon’s installation artwork, The Megalo Tama, a huge handkerchief encompasses the entire tree at the site of Saint Solomoni in Kato Paphos. Tama is the Greek word for a votive offering (handkerchief) that people hang on this ancient tree to offer a wish or prayer for loved ones who are sick or who have passed away.
Although the artwork bears a resemblance to Christo and JeanClaude’s wrapped trees in Riehen, Switzerland in 1998, Miriam Mc Connon’s Megalo Tama is less concerned with the concept of the wrapping of the tree but more with the material that is wrapped in. The huge handkerchief is draped over the tree loosely allowing it to take the form of the tree and also keep its own form and identity as a handkerchief, holding onto the domestic element that is so strong in her recent work.
The piece of cloth (400 metres sq.) that covers the tree is made up of handkerchiefs and lace that have been collected over the last two years from the people of Paphos and abroad and have been sewn together carefully by the artist herself. Each handkerchief has been a personal possession of somebody and therefore carries its own individual story. Some carry personal inscriptions to loved ones. Because of this the material has an identity, and a life of its own, its own fragrance. It appears to speak personally to each of us. Miriam Mc Connon’s recent work is concerned with the stories behind simple domestic objects and the power they have over our sense of identity.
Biographical note
Miriam Mc Connon Papageorgiou was born in Dublin, Ireland. She graduated from the National College of Art and Design, Dublin, Ireland in 1999 with a B.A in Fine Art Painting. In 2000 she completed a postgraduate diploma at the Cyprus College of Art, Lemba, Cyprus. It was then that she met her husband, a Cypriot from Paphos and they went to live in Ireland for the next three years.
In Ireland, Miriam worked in a well known studio called The Phoenix studio, (now known as Cathedral studios and the Back Loft,) with twenty other artists from around the world. Miriam also worked as a tutor for the National Gallery of Ireland, teaching painting and drawing. She was involved in many community arts projects, teaching art in innercity communities, nursing homes for the elderly and a clinic for recovering drug addicts. In 2003 she returned to Cyprus with her husband and began working at a studio in Paphos. She lives in Paphos town with her husband and two children. She has had solo and group exhibitions in Ireland, New York, Cyprus and London. This autumn Miriam has been selected to exhibit at the 5th Beijing Biennale, at the Chinese Museum of Art in Beijing and also at the VIII Biennale of Drawing in Pilsen, Czech Republic. Miriam’s paintings can be found in public and private collections in Ireland, Australia, USA, Germany, Spain, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, UK and Cyprus, South Africa.
Her work is also apart of the permanent Cypriot State collection at the Municipal art gallery in Nicosia and Municipal art gallery in Limassol.
Contact details: Costa Georgiou st, 8010, Paphos, Cyprus, Tel: 00357 99554829, email: miriammcconnonart@gmail.com Website: miriammcconnonart.com
Featured Property
Pissouri Sea View Townhouse
A homesized end terrace with 180° sea views, huge entertainment terrace and super convenient location. In front, a private offstreet parking with a strip garden and mature shrubs screening the elevated front porch area. Entry is to a small open corridor with curved stairwell to the left , a discretely screenedoff kitchen on the right and straight ahead, an imposing archway in front framing the dining ‘room’ and the fantastic panoramic scenery at the end of the living room. Mediterranean inspired outdoorindoor living areas flow seamlessly giving you a ‘dream’ lifestyle setting. This fantastic two bedrooms apartment is South facing you’ll enjoy year round sunshine and the outdoor entertainment area only few are privileged to find.
The open plan ‘L’ shaped living area and expansive walltowall windows flood the living areas with natural light, cooling sea breezes and the panoramic scenery. The patio doors open to the balcony from where you’ll delight in the sheer magnificence of the location. The colourful valley beneath your feet stretches for miles with mountain views shrouded in blue haze and the vast coastline shows off the azure sea....
Featured Property You’ll never tire of this spectacular setting.
The living room curves to the dining area with high breakfast bar screening off the generous galley kitchen. With cabinets on three sides and plenty of workspace, it is easy to cater for family and friends. The stairs skirt the side of the dining area and on the first floor with two double bedrooms. The bedrooms feature built in wardrobes and share a continuous balcony overlooking the living room terrace. Bedrooms share a well appointed family bathroom. Guest WC in on the ground floor.
Priced to sell, this is your opportunity to secure an outstanding home that is simply perfect. You are within minutes walk to Pissouri Village centre.
Reference 1378
www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1378
Hermes Gardens Top Floor Apartment
Featured Property
Hermes Court offers absolute city convenience, clean clear lines of contemporary design, greater economy and highly functional interior.
comfortable top floor apartment.
The communal swimming pool is impeccably maintained as are the communal areas and you have a secure entry foyer with a superquiet lift to take you to your captivatingly
The open plan living area gives a feeling of generous space culminating in the panoramic balcony off the sitting room. The dining area is to the side of galley kitchen with sitting ‘room’ at far end. Huge patio windows flood the whole area with natural light and offer fabulous views to the city and the coastline.
Your balcony is a magnet for relaxation. To begin with, why not have your breakfast here and enjoy the cooling shade of the morning and savour the magnificent views ... over the city and the sea stretching to the horizon ... you’ll have a perfect start to another wonderful day! Entertaining for an evening is no less captivating – The sunsets are simply breathtaking! The two bedrooms are larger than usual with floor to ceiling wardrobes and A/C units. There is stylish fully tiled family bathroom next to the master bedroom.
Don’t miss this super apartment that’s a threeway winner: You will love it as a holiday retreat (and so will your friends) It’s a very desirable rental proposition (healthy return of your investment) It’s spacious, comfortable & close to everything The top floor location and fabulous views from every room makes for a www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1379 very desirable chic ‘home’ .
Fitzgerald's Select Properties Mesa Chorio End Townhouse €169,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 3
140sqm end terrace. 1.5km to International School. 1st floor separate kitchen & expansive living areas, all the bedrooms on the top floor. Communal pool Ref: 1259
www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1259
Peyia Sea View Villa €249,000 Beds 3 Baths 4
Yeroskipou Semi Detached villa €154,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 3
154sqm of living space. 3 bedrooms, shower en suite, 2 balconies on 1st floor. Openplan living room, dining room, separate kitchen opening to garden courtyard Ref: 1375
www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1375
Emba Semi detached villa €225,000 Beds 3 Baths 3
Panoramic views to the sea. Separate lounge, open plan dining kitchen area, and bedroom on ground floor. 1st floor with 2 bedrooms with private ensuites
Secluded mature garden setting with private swimming pool and entertainment area with summer kitchen and pergola. Separate kitchen and 3 bedrooms
Ref:1332
Ref: 1372
www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1332
Walnut Grove Townhouse €137,500 Beds 3 Baths 3
www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1372
Universe Garden Semi €155,000 Beds 3 Baths 3
Open plan living area, 3 bedrooms and a superior ambience contemporary interior that pleases the eye and soothes the soul
The villa is part of a larger, mixed residential project Peaceful garden setting and private front garden terraces
Ref: 1371
Ref: 1293
www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1371
www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1293
Уникальный потенциал Пафоса
Яркое солнце, масса положительных эмоций и кристально чистое море! Ну и, конечно же, большое количество туристов и местных жителей, желающих расслабиться и провести досуг в кругу друзей, а отсюда и пробки на дорогах в районе туристической зоны. Согласны, неудобно, но какой плюс для местной экономики! Пафос постепенно превращает хаос, царящий на рынке недвижимости, в размеренное течение, и это заслуга не столько девелоперов, сколько частных продавцов.
Белла Валиева
Российский туризм сейчас на самом пике, отсюда и большой спрос на недвижимое имущество в этом сегменте рынка. Большую роль здесь также играет устойчивая и стабильная позация евро в настоящее время.
Очень приятно наблюдать столько энтузиазма у потенциальных покупателей, и подтверждение тому – все большее количество заявок на недвижимость Пафоса с началом этого года.
Наиболее востребованной является, как и прежде, недвижимость с Титульными свидетельствами. Ведь большинство покупателей рассматривают только ту недвижимость, которую возможно сразу же по подписанию контракта куплипродажи перевести на свое имя. Покупатели из разных стран начинают осознавать, что нынешние цены на кипрскую недвижимость на порядок ниже, и именно сейчас они могут совершить весьма выгодную покупку.
Итак, чем же так привлекателен Кипр? Многие потенциальные покупатели, желающие инвестировать в недвижимость острова, буквально влюбляются в Кипрский спокойный и размеренный образ жизни, а также в дружелюбие и открытость местного населения.
Романтика Средиземноморья, равно как и идеальные климатические условия, несомненно играют свою роль. Но возможно именно свобода от жестких формальностей делает Кипр таким желанным.
Out & About
A Flavour of Paphos in Pictures
Geroskipou Beer Festival
The Geroskipou beer Festival took place early in September, not only was there over 40 beers available there was a whole series of international art & cultural events included.
iConnect Golf Paphos based iConnect Cyprus staged the first of the annual Celebrity Golf Days and Gala Dinners at Elea Golf Club.
The two day event was a great success and the charity auction which took place on the Saturday raised €2,250 for local charities, Cancer Patients Support Group and St Michaels Hospice. The celebrity guest, who flew in especially for the event was former World Light Heavyweight Boxing Champion John Conteh. (Photo's courtesy of www.inanyevent.biz)
Out & About
A Flavour of Paphos in Pictures
Out & About
A Flavour of Paphos in Pictures
CARS Akamas
Members of the Cyprus Amateur Radio Society (CARS) Paphos branch were seen out in the Akamas communicating with the world.
Photo's by Eamon Brooks
Rat Pack
Once again this year Tala Amphitheatre played host to Andrea Morelli's Rat Pack with another great evening of swing. With Andrea Morrelli as Dean Martin, Martin Rhodes as Frank Sinatra and Paul Shah as Sammy Davis Jnr with The Lazy Lizards Swing Combo.
Out & About
A Flavour of Paphos in Pictures
What's On With Jezebel
Now that temperatures are cooling a little and pubgoers are once again prepared to sit INSIDE a venue, live music bars become more satisfactory for both performers and audience as the latter head inside, where the musicians and singers have been kept in due to sound regulations all summer long. You’ll notice a little less hotel, boat and amphitheatre entertainment as October moves on, but we’ve lots to look forward to. Monday 1st October Chris Andre at Rose Pub, just off Pafos harbour, Kato Pafos 99013187 Tuesday 2nd Paphos Zingers at Good Food Fayre at Kouklia Cattery €2 in aid of the Monastery Cats 11am 3pm 26432263 Wednesday 3rd Rebetiko music 8pm at Tala Amphitheatre, top of Stephanie Hill €5 Thursday 4th Open Mic Night with Six Strings Plus Two 8 11pm at DT’s Bar, TOK Rd Kato Pafos 99798366 Saturday 6th Jazz Festival 5pm til late at Aphrodite Hills Resort free entry Sunday 7th Andi Hobbs sings at Friends Bar, Bar St Kato Pafos 99894143 Monday 8th Paphos Zingers Show Choir meet & rehearse 7.30pm Old Kamaroudi Tavern, Konia 99147488 Tuesday 9th Davey Woodford singer guitarist 8.30 11.30pm at Krasares Tavern, TOK Road between Pafos and Coral Bay 99457483 Wednesday 10th Crystal Clear Louise & Heather sing 8pm midnight at Neo's Sports Bar, Peiga Thursday 11th Mario Kombou as Elvis at Pizza Express, Pafos harbour 26923035 Friday 12th Cyprus Symphony Orchestra 8.30pm at Markideion Theatre, Pafos town 26932571 €12 / € 7 Saturday 13th Simone Swift sings 9pm at the Queen Vic Pub, just off OK Rd Kato Pafos free entry Sunday 14th Six strings Plus Two 10am 4pm at Nowzad Charity Autumn Fair at Akamanthea Holiday Village, Latchi
Monday 15th Chris King as Elvis 10pm at Millennium Bar, Coral Bay Strip 99039292 Tuesday 16th AJ Vickers Vegas Show 9.30pm at Evis Pub, Kleous St Kato Pafos 99699320 Wednesday 17th Crystal Clear Louise & Heather sing 8pm midnight at Neo's Sports Bar, Peiga 26622900 Thursday 18th Open Mic Night with Six Strings Plus Two 8 11pm at DT’s Bar, TOK Rd Kato Pafos 99798366 Friday 19th Jezebel sings golden oldies at Aloe Hotel, Kato Pafos 8.30pm midnight 99831136 Saturday 20th Symbiosis rock band at Rose Pub, just off harbour, Kato Pafos 99013187 Sunday 21st Andi Hobbs sings at Friends Bar, Bar St Kato Pafos 99894143 Monday 22nd Ben Buble at Friends Bar, Bar St Kato Pafos 9.30pm 99991212 Tuesday 23rd Matt Bruno sings and plays guitar at St George Hotel, TOK Rd Xlorakas Wednesday 24th Folk and Country Club at the Phoenix Club Kato Pafos 7pm 11pm 96554525 Thursday 25th Stammy Manolelis plays the blues and more at Shamrocks Bar, Kato Pafos Friday 26th David East singerguitarist at Stonehouse Inn, Peiga Hill Saturday 27th Davey Woodford singer guitarist 9pm midnight at O'Solomon's Bar, opposite Coral Beach Hotel 99457483 Sunday 28th Acoustic Jam Session 3 5pm at the Nereus Hotel, Konstantias St 96554525 Monday 29th Blue Jar gypsy jazz duo 7.30pm at Palio Monastiro Taverna on TOK Rd, beyond Coral Bay Strip turn off 26343815 Tuesday 30th Andi Hobbs sings rock n roll 9pm at Yamas Bar, TOK Rd Kato Pafos Wednesday 31st Hallowe’en celebration at Kamares Club near Tala For the most comprehensive and uptodate live music listings in Pafos, check out www.groovejetmedia.com/listings