Because it is situated on the west coast, Pafos is lucky enough to get the best views in Cyprus of the sunset.

Romantic sunsets

Make the most of this special time of the evening and watch the colourful show in the sky as night falls.

Sunset at Aphrodite's Rock. – © Stefano Gerardi

From the villages above the Akamas Peninsula, there are terrific views of the sunset. – © Michael Turtle

Pegeia area offers excellent sunset views. – © Michael Turtle

The setting sun, as seen from the Birthplace of Aphrodite. – © Michael Turtle

Sunset at the Akamas Natural Reserve Park. – © Stefano Gerardi

Pafos Lighthouse, one of the oldest lighthouses on the island, during sunset. – © Franco Cappellari

Sunset at Aphrodite's Rock. – © Stefano Gerardi

As the sun sets over Cyprus each day, it's Pafos, on the west coast, that is treated to the most beautiful views in Cyprus. The sky becomes a vibrant orange and the last of the sun's beams reflect along the sea.

Finding a spot to watch the sunset is easy - there are plenty all along the coastline - and there is no such thing as the 'perfect' spot. Anywhere will dazzle you with a colourful light show.

After a busy day of sightseeing, there are plenty of places to have a cool drink and a bite to eat as the sun goes down. – © Michael Turtle

It's one of the most romantic times of the day and the restaurants, cafes and bars in Pafos and along the coast are wonderful places to relax. Just to name a few, one can enjoy the sunset at Aphrodite's Rock, at Moutallos Cliff, at the Pafos Castle and at Agios Georgios at Pegeia. At the area of Pegeia, one can also have views of a shipwreck that is silhouetted against the sky at sunset.

The view of the shipwreck at Pegeia area is one of the most popular spots for sunset. – © Michael Turtle

After a busy day exploring the archaeological sites, venturing out into the landscapes around Pafos, or just hitting the beach, the sunset here is the perfect reward. If you're spending a few nights in town, be sure to try some different viewpoints for this very special time of the day.