The Paphos Regional Board of Tourism says it is highly satisfied with the results of its ongoing initiative to digitise visitor information and replace static, inadequate information signs with smart, environmentally friendly, discreet and interactive signage.
According to statistics collected through QR codes between January and June 2026, more than 43,000 scans were recorded from 150 smart signs across the district. The figures for 2025 were also strong, with more than 140,000 scans recorded between January and December.
The most popular signs in 2025 were those at Panagia Chrysopolitissa, the Monastery of Saint Neophytos, Kremmiotis Waterfall, the Catacomb of Agia Solomoni and the Maa-Palaeokastro archaeological site. Apart from permanent residents of Cyprus, the five main nationalities scanning the signs were visitors from the United Kingdom, Poland, Germany, Israel and Greece.
The effort is continuing in 2026, with the seventh phase currently under way. It includes the creation of eight additional signs covering various points of interest and natural landmarks in Nikokleia, Pelathousa, Polis Chrysochous, Letymbou and the Municipality of Akamas.
To use the smart signs, visitors first scan the QR code and then select their preferred language on their smart device. Through the platform, they are offered a wide range of information options, including audio guides, texts, photographs, video material and 360-degree tours.
The Paphos Regional Board of Tourism said its work on digitisation, accessibility, sustainable development, experience upgrades, the promotion of cultural heritage, creative tourism and the wider destination are among the most important pillars of its strategy for further developing tourism throughout the year.
