paradisus

Paradisus is a Latin noun meaning paradise. It derives from the Greek paradeisos, via Old Persian pairi-daeza, and has historically referred to a heavenly realm, such as the Garden of Eden, in Latin texts.

In religious and literary contexts, paradisus denotes paradise; in Christian Latin usage it often referred to the Garden of Eden or the future heavenly state. The term is rarely used in modern English outside scholarly or translational contexts, where paradise is the standard rendering.

Modern usage: Paradisus is also used as a proper name in branding and place names. Paradisus by Meliá is a luxury all-inclusive resort brand operated by Meliá Hotels International. Notable properties include Paradisus Palma Real in Punta Cana (Dominican Republic) and Paradisus Cancun in Cancún (Mexico), with additional resorts in Playa del Carmen and Los Cabos. The name illustrates how a classical term for an ideal place has been repurposed in contemporary commerce and tourism.