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Holidays in Cyprus – Tips and villa rentals
Cyprus, called also Cyprus Republic is the third island as size in the Mediterranean Sea, after Italy and Sicily and Sardinia. Cyprus island is divided into four main segments: - the Republic of Cyprus in the southern side of island (59.74%). - the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus in the northern side (34.85%), - a buffer area between the two above mentioned, controlled by the United Nations- Green Line (2.67%). - Akrotiri and Dhekelia, (2.74%)- two bases under British sovereignty Cyprus relief consists in two mountain ranges Krenya Mountains and Trodoos Mountains and a central plain Mesaoria. In the North, the coast area is rocky and in South there are long sandy beaches. Two seasons are significant: summer - warm and dry and wet winter. Springs and autumns are less important. The remains of antiquity, the picturesque landscape and the sunny beaches make from Cyprus an interesting holiday destination. If you decide to spend your holiday in Cyprus it is recommended to combine a beach villa relaxation with the visit of the most important sights of the country. Cyprus Beaches - Bay of the Fig Tree in Protaras This beach is preferred by the natives and is the most populated beach of the island. Many sport facilities and cafés increase its attraction for tourists. The story says that the fig of the beach was brought by the invaders in the XVII century. Some hundreds of meters far, offshore, there is an island that tempts swimmers to venture to it. It is important to know that the island is made of sharp stones. - Alagadi Turtle in Kyrenia: Alagadi Turtle is a sandy beach with gravel on the seabed and shallow waters on a long distance. All these make it very appropriate for swimming and ideal for families with children. From the beach you have a wonderful view on the Five Fingers Mountains. Due to the fact that during the summer, green turtles come here and lay their eggs it is called also "Turtle Beach". In this period tourists’ access is restricted. - Escape: This beach with fine sand and very clean waters is situated 5km far from Kyrenia down town and it is one of the most beautiful of North Cyprus. There are a lot of facilities for spending your time: fet-ski, banana rides, canoe, hydro-bicycles, diving, and beach volleyball. - Protaras: Protaras is a long sandy beach with long chairs and sun umbrellas situated closed of Protaras centre. You can relax on the beach; practice a lot of sports such as: fet-ski, hydrobycicles, paragliding, snorkelling, or make boat trips on the coast. - Curium: It is one of the most beautiful beach of Cyprus, ideal for the ones that like the windsurf and the swimming. The most important cities of Cyprus where are siruated the most important sights are: - Nicosia (Lefkosia) - Cyprus capital - Limassol (Lemesos) - the second big city of the country and the main city – port. - Larnaca – is the second important port of the country. - Paphos – is a touristic city in development with an international airport and a fishing port. Sights to see in Cyprus - Byzantine Museum in Nycosia - Municipal theatre of Nicosia - Church of Prophet Elijah in Protaras - Acropolis and Odeon in Paphos - The National Forester Park Cavo Greko in Protaras - Dionysos House in Paphos - Historical sight Marion in Polis - Famagusta Gate in Nicosia - Kings’ Tombs in Paphos - Venetian Palace in Famagusta - Ledra Observatory Museum in Nicosia, - Cyprus Museum in Nicosia, - Virgin Mery Church in Paralimni, - Municipal centre of Arts in Nicosia, - St. Barnabas Church in Famagusta. We believe that our guide was helpful for you to choose a vacation booking and tips to visit the island. |
