Madrid to Cyprus

Being a capital and largest city of Spain, Madrid is well-known for its cultural and artistic heritage. The city is a best example of ancient beauty and its El Prado museum lures large number of travellers from all over the country. Madrid also boasts of the liveliest and most vibrant night-life in the world. Average population of the city is almost 3.3 million with a metro area population of around 6.5 million. The city is situated to the north-east region of terrestrial centre of the Iberian Peninsula, in the middle of the Spanish central Castillian plateau, at an average altitude of approximately 650m. Almost all famous and attractive tourist areas are located in the centre of the city which includes Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Palacio Real, and Plaza de Colón. Some of the major streets in Madrid include the Gran Via, Alcalá Street, and Paseo de la Castellana and so on. The city houses the main headquarters of the World Tourism Organization (WTO), linking to the United Nations Organization (UN), the SEGIB, the Organization of Ibero-American States (OEI), and the Public Interest Oversight Board (PIOB). It also hosts most of the international institutions regulators of Spain that include the Standing Committee of the Association of Spanish Language Academies, headquarters of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE), the Cervantes Institute and the Foundation of Urgent Spanish (Fundéu). Some of the famous museums in the city include Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Royal Palace of Madrid, National Archaeological Museum of Spain, National Museum of Natural Sciences, Monastery of Las Descalzas Reales, Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando and so on. These all make it a wonderful tourist destination. Travellers can find endless numbers of fun related activities which include Tapas bars, cocktail bars, clubs, jazz lounges, live music venues, flamenco theatres and so on. MakeMyTrip.com is one of the famous online travel portals which provide all kind of travel related services online. You can book air tickets online which will save your time. Customers will get numerous beneficial deals online and you can choose the best offer for your family and friends.

The legendary birthplace of Aphrodite, Cyprus is every inch the Mediterranean- a tapestry of sublime beaches, ancient wonders, dramatic landscapes, terracotta pottery and the obligatory party resorts! Nissi & Makronissos are the perfect white sand beaches with clear waters and popular partying spot in Ayia Napa. Head to Episkopi for kite surfing, scuba diving and windsurf boarding. Or the family friendly Protaras, famous for outdoor seafood restaurants, beaches and views. Rent a boat to spot lagoons at Blue Lagoon in Akamas. Hire a car for day trips to Paphos (stunning coastlines), hike to the Troodos Mountains (picturesque villages with local attractions). Explore the Caledonia Falls in Platres, swim in the green water at Adonis Baths near Paphos. Hop on a jeep safari, pass through beautiful vineyards, forests and mountain villages. Wander the outdoor market of Omodos, one of the oldest monasteries in Cyprus. While strolling the cities, you can spot the preserved ancient burial site of The Tombs of the Kings, World Heritage Site Kato Paphos Archaeological Park, to the medieval ruins of Saint Hilarion Castle. Or the charming cobblestone street villages of Pano Lefkara, Lofou and Kato-Drys, where ladies practice traditional skills like weaving and lacework. Tantalize your taste buds with the local cuisine heavily influenced by Turkish, Greek and Middle Eastern food cultures; Hummus, Kebabs, Afelia (pork cooked in red wine), Sheftalia (Cypriot sausages), Souvlaki (chicken, pork or lamb skewers) and sweet treats like Rice Puddings and Baklava. Find the many treasures and delights of this paradisiacal island; you can book your flights with MakeMyTrip India.