Aphrodite has been linked with the dolphin, the swan and the dove and is said to have come ashore at Petra Tou Romiou or the Rock of the Greek. Aphrodites Rock can be found 24 km east of Paphos.

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The Church Wedding Ceremony

Aphrodite Wedding Services offers both Civil and Church wedding ceremonies, conducted in English. We have a fine selection of popular venues, traditional or contemporary and a reception can be arranged at one of the many local restaurants or hotels.

Wedding ceremonies in Cyprus are not available on Saturdays, Sundays or Public Holidays. Once you arrive at your resort your wedding co-ordinator will contact you.

PRIVATE RECEPTION VENUES

• Evandrea Restaurant

It is getting increasingly difficult to find a private venue for your reception. Especially, one where you can overlook the sea and enjoy great food. We are, therefore, proud to present our new marquee outside of the Evandrea Restaurant in Protaras. Here you will find great food and wine to suit every palate. This romantic venue features an excellent children's play area, allowing parents to relax and enjoy the day. With seating for 25-30 and menus from 6- 12 per head, this is a truly unique venue, where you will be the only bridal couple present on your special day!

Note:  An interview and rehearsal with the chaplain normally precedes a church wedding and at least one Baptism Certificate will be required.

ANGLICAN CHURCH WEDDING VENUES

• St. Helenas Anglican Church - Larnaca

Here, you will find a warm, friendly welcome and real organ music! This church is very pretty and is located in the centre of Larnaca, half a mile from the seafront and it is air-conditioned. It can accommodate 80 to 100 guests and it is an ideal place to go should you wish to have a church wedding and yet be free to make your own accommodation arrangements. You can also go here for a Marriage Blessing.

• Aeneas Hotel - Ayia Napa

New this year, the Aeneas Hotel in Ayia Napa have a new Chapel which will be available for Anglican and Roman Catholic weddings.

• Grecian Sands Hotel - Ayia Napa

This fine four star hotel has a chapel in the grounds. However, to be married in the chapel one must be staying at the hotel. The hotel offers excellent reception facilities and  approximate costs are CY15 to CY20 per head, plus wine.  Alternatively, upon request, we can arrange a reception at a local restaurant of your choice.

• Golden Coast Hotel - Protaras

Another excellent four star, holiday hotel with a chapel in the grounds. Reception facilities cost approximately CY15 to CY20 per head, plus wine. Alternatively, upon request, we can arrange a reception at a local restaurant of your choice. Please note that should you wish to just use the chapel facilities, the prices are CY50 for residents and CY150 for non-residents.

• Palm Beach Hotel - Larnaca

The Palm Beach Hotel has it's own chapel in the grounds. This is a very beautiful, air-conditioned, chapel which can accommodate 25 to 30 guests! It is, perhaps, the largest hotel chapel on the eastern side of the island. Reception facilities at the hotel are very good and cost CY12 to CY25 per head. Alternatively, upon request, we can arrange a reception at a local restaurant of your choice. It should be noted that should you wish to just use the chapel facilities, without staying in the hotel, there is a CY200 charge.

• Adams Beach Hotel - Ayia Napa

This hotel has a beautiful little chapel which is right by the golden sands of Nissi Bay. The hotel accommodation includes a wonderful "Honeymoon Suite". Please note the use of this Chapel is only available to residents of the hotel.

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH WEDDING VENUES

Note: For all Catholic Church weddings, the religious service must be preceded by a registry office ceremony. This does not necessarily have to be done on the same day, the choice is yours.

• Terra Santa Roman Catholic Church - Larnaca

Catholic Church weddings are available in the Terra Santa Roman Catholic Church in Larnaca, which is an exceptionally beautiful venue.

• Weddings can only be arranged if the bride or groom have NOT previously been married.

• You must inform your local parish priest of your intent to marry overseas and he will need to view both party's birth certificates. You must ask for a pre-marital enquiry/freedom to marry, and request that this, together with your baptism records, be sent to your regional Bishop. Once your regional Bishop is in receipt of these papers he will forward them on to the Vicar General in Cyprus. The address will be supplied.
  Irish passport holders only;
  The government requires that you also obtain a "Nula Osta" from the Minister of Foreign Affairs in Ireland. This is a special document issued by the government stating that you have never been married before and are therefore free to contract a marriage. This document is valid for 120 days from the date of issue.

• Weddings can take place Monday to Friday.

• Charges for the Terra Santa Catholic Church service are by donation only (recommended donation around CY150).

• Aeneas Hotel - Ayia Napa

The new Chapel at the Aeneas Hotel in Ayia Napa is also available for Roman Catholic weddings - see above.

Anglican
Church Weddings