You can relax and travel in Cyprus all year round. Ski resorts in the mountain range Troodos, the sea resorts of the coast and the endless strip of historical places and relics, natural monuments and ancient temples - all this is the sights of Cyprus, which are worth seeing. Interesting, solicular, cognitive and hospitable island is always waiting for you.
Mostly, tourists visit the territory of the Cyprus Republic, it covers the central and southern island areas. Here is a large part of historical objects. But no less interest for travelers is the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, which occupies the northeastern tip of the territory. In the Turkish part of the city of Kyrenia, Famagusta, the Carpas Peninsula, and in Cyprus - the capital of Nicosia, Mount Troodos, the city of Protaras, Ayia Napa, Paphos, ports of Limassol and Larnaca.
First of all, interest is Nicosia - the capital of the Republic of Cyprus. The experienced tourists recommend visiting this city in the off-season and winter when there is no dry, exhausting heat. Until now, Nicosia remains the separated capital of the world through which the state border passes. Two Cypriot states have a common capital, but Turk Cypriots are customary to call their part of the city's city of Lefkosh.
In Nicosia, the most popular sights of Cyprus is:
- the fortification facilities of Venetians are the remains of the fortress wall. Their length is about 5 km, the Cyrinian gate (Turkish part) and the Famagusta Gate are preserved for inspection, the entrance is free;
- museum of dancing dervish (ethnography) in Turkish Lefcosh and museums that make up the complex of the Palace of Archbishop - Byzantine, folk art, national struggle, art gallery;
- The Palace of Archbishop is an architectural complex, erected in the middle of the last century. It is considered the most beautiful architectural ensemble of the island, performed in the style of the Renaissance. In the inside of the palace complex, visit the Cathedral of St. John. The Gallery of Arts is the largest collection of Islands Icons dating from 5-19th centuries., And cancaric mosaics, icons of Christ and Virgin Mary of the 12th century;
- walking through the old town - the quarter of Laika Gena and the modern pedestrian street of Ledar and Onasagor. The same street connects both parts of the capital through the checkpoint. For traveling to the Turkish side, you should have a passport;
- Lefkosh Interest Representation of the innovation yard caravansey Büjyuk Khan, the mosque of Selemia and Hear Pasha, the Venetian column and Bani Beyuk Hamam. Also in the vicinity of Nicosia is worth viewing the monasteries of St. Panteleimon and St. Heraklidium, John Lampadist. You can look into the alpine villages of Kakovetria and Calopanayotis.
Archbishop Palace
Venetian column
Mountains Troodos
To the west of the capital, the Mountain Array of Troodos stretched on the mainland. It is popular thanks to ski slopes and legendary Mount Olympus (Olympus) with a height of 1952 meters. Usually in December can already be descended for skiing on mountain tracks. Walking in the winter mountains are pleasant and walks when you can observe full-water waterfalls, enjoy the clean healing air, infused on the aroma of young needles, admire magnificent mountain landscapes.
At this time, the day in the mountains is rarely cooled to minus temperatures, although the ski season holds until March. Experienced travelers claim that in one day on the island you can walk to ride in the mountains on skis, go down on the coast and swim in the sea, as well as threaten and try fresh oranges, whose season falls for December and January.
Monastery Kikkos
Even west of the mountain range among vertices at an altitude of 1140 m, the Kikkos Monastery was located. His story was washed with legends and, according to legend, the male Stavropigial (subordinate patriarch directly) the monastery was created by order of Emperor Byzantium Alexey II Comnin in the XI century.
Today, the Kickkos complex is in the list of those attractions that the tourist look at Cyprus is simply necessary. Here you can visit the marvelous places and get spiritual cleansing, feel holiness and divine grace. The icon of the Kikki Mother of God is kept here, which is considered a lifetime list of the icon of the Virgin Mary, performed by the Holy Luke.
Larnaca is a port on the southern coast, the 3rd city after the capital and Limassol. Larnaca refers to the ancient cities of the world, who never left residents. Acquaintance with the city can be started with the Phoni Abandis - the foundikova street and the main embankment.
One of the most important attractions that deserves attention is the Church of St. Lazarus. It is considered particularly significant and one of the oldest churches on the island. In place where the temple is now, the power of Lazarus were acquired, which Jesus was resurrected after death. Sarcophag - "Larnac", in it were the relics of the saint, and gave the name of the city.
Monastery Stavrovany
35 kilometers from Larnaca, in the highest point of the southern coast, the Stavrovy Monastery was built. According to the legend, he ordered it to build in 4 c. AD Holy Elena is the mother of Emperor Constantine. Place the construction was marked with a cross, parked in the air. Mountain and temple were called "Mount Cross", "Stavrovi".
Like the whole island, Larnaca and the surroundings are unusually rich in a variety of attractions and historical monuments.
Hurokiti
Approximately halfway from Larnaca to Limassol you will find the open-air museum - the active archaeological excavations that it is worth seeing. This is the Museum of Hurokitia, one of the most ancient civilized settlements, whose age is 9-10 thousand years old. Holochiti excavations are included in the UNESCO cultural heritage list.
Lefcara
It is worth visiting the village of Lefkara - the most famous and one of the most picturesque mountainous villages in Cyprus. She is famous for his master-lace men. The special technique of weaving lace "Lefkaritics" is very popular in Europe and is recognized as the national property of the republic.
Limassol and Colossi Castle
Limassol - the main sea gates of Cyprus - are considered the second largest city and the largest resort. But besides the beaches and embankments here, too, have something to see:
- archaeological Museum and Archaeological Park Amatus;
- museum of vintage cars;
- museum of the Horn Tree and Winemaking Plant and Canned Kea.
Of particular interest are the Museum of the Middle Ages in the castle of Colossi. One of the most famous Cypriot castles, Colossi, is a bright sample of the Milnevian military architecture. The three-storey building has the thickness of the walls of St. 2.5 meters, the height of the main, most powerful tower, is approx. 22 m. According to the legend, the castle was the place of marriage of the famous Richard Lion's heart with Berengaria Navarre.
Kurion
Do not lag behind Limassol and surroundings. The Archaeological Monument Park Kurion is particularly popular with tourists. The first settlements of this city-state date back to the middle of the 5th millennium BC. Today, you can visit the partially preserved ruins of buildings, an ancient Greek theater, where ideas are given, inspect the beautiful ancient mosaics. Curion is located on a 70-meter cliff over the open harbor, from here you can admire the sea and beaches below.
The attractions of Cyprus scattered throughout the island, its natural, architectural and archaeological monuments will not leave anyone indifferent. In Paphos among many archaeological and historical facilities, the catacombs of St. Solomonia are the greatest interest. They were wounded by people in the IV century BC. e. In the hill factory.
Modern entrance to the catacombs is located on the territory of the Church to the part of St. Solomonia. A pistachio tree grows nearby, pilgrims generously decorate it with pieces of clothing to get healing from ailments. In extensive dungeons stored unique frescoes The times of early Christianity.
Tsarist tombs
Tourists are also very popular with Tsaric Tombs in the western part of Paphos. This is an ancient necropolis in which noble citizens buried. The name "royal" burials received thanks to special luxury. Abandoned tombs became the place of the shelter and prayer prayer in Cyprus from the persecution of pagans.
On the highway from Paphos to Limassol there is the most sign point on the whole island - the rock of Petra Tou Romiou, a place where the patron woman of Cyprus, the goddess of love and fertility of Aphrodite, was born and took aside from sea waves and foam. Do not visit this magnificent on beauty the place is simply impossible! According to the legend, sailing around the famous "rock Romeyev", women will always be young, men - invincible, the couples in love will never break out.
Singing Fountains
Spa town Protaras near the popular resort Ayia Napa - Mecca for lovers of calm measured or family holiday. In Protaras, you can relax and entertain, visiting interesting places. One of them is dancing fountains. 160 water pumps chase fountaining water, and 500 spotlights and several laser systems provide enchantable illumination. At the same time, musical accompaniment is given, it seems that the jet of water is dancing to the music in multi-colored lights.
Beach Konnos.
Protaras beaches - special pride. And the best of them is the convention Bay. Beautiful sandy shore It has a good approach to the sea, on the beach is offered by holidaymakers all sorts of water entertainment and even floating sun beds.
Aquapark
The beaches and entertainment of Ayia Napa are not inferior to Protarasu - the main "partner" center in Cyprus. Here is one of the most visited and interesting places - " Water world, Waterworld water park. Visitors are offered 18 attractions, among which are particularly extreme. Waterworld - laureate of 25 international awards, this is the best of 4 water parks.
Cyprus - a paradise to relax with children: a short flight, everywhere they speak Russian, hotels have everything you need for the children, from wheelchairs to chairs in a cafe, Russian-speaking and pediatricians, and pharmacists, mandatory children's chairs on a rented car.
First of all, there is an abundance of sandy beaches, water and land entertainment, the healing air for kids-asthmatics in Troodos, adoring the children's affectionate Cypriots. And also - exciting and tireless family excursions.
On vacation in Limassol
We are often asked - where is better for children in Cyprus.
We can advise the resort of Limassol really convenient for families with children. It is here that there are children's camps (and daytime, and overnight), which is quite suitable for parents and adolescents. The guys is having fun from the soul, in the evening it returns to parents. Adults relax, and children "come off" among the peers.
The city is a great moon amusement park. In the spring - in May - spend a motley and cheerful flower festival, and the fabulous Christmas tree invites everyone in the winter.
In Limassol, wondrous sandy beaches. Some on the forums write that the sand is some gray, not realizing that it is a purest, and a grayish shade because of the impurity of sterile ashes of ancient volcanoes.
Zoo in Limassol A little less than in Paphos, but on hot days it is wonderful to walk along the cool shady paths, admiring exotic birds, playful martyrs, frightening thick hippos and toothy crocodiles. It's easy to come here.
Galactica Entertainment Limassol Amusement Park - The largest closed game complex. Here families play bowling, drive cars on slot machines, wandered through the labyrinth, rest, absorbing sweets and fruits, in cafes.
Ice under the sun of Cyprus
Where to go, if suddenly in the heat squeezed in winter? It is worth going to the coldest place of Cyprus and melt the ice there. In the MY Mall of Limassol, there is a real ONICE rink, where you can get enough cool and winter games next to the hot sand of the coast. Skates will even be the smallest. Circular tiers are located comfortable places, from where parents can watch their children, camping ice on the hot island of Cyprus in the midday heat.
The city is located between the two aero harbors, and moving to any place - the hotel or sightseeing attractions - will take no longer than 45 minutes.
Ayia Napa and Protaras
At these resorts, you will find a golden sandy coast with shallow water, where the volatile can be tinted with a child. For teenagers - a bunch of entertainment and games on water, great programs for walking on the sea for the guys of any age, wonderful Aquapark.. Therefore, many families go here, grabbing children.
Oceanarium Protarasa
On the huge area of \u200b\u200bthe oceanarium of the city of Protaras, aquarium was also fitted with turtles, sea clowns, a bunch of different fish and terrible Somov, and a wonderful bird garden, where monkeys, crocodiles terrarium and even a Penguin pavilion live near birds.
Colored fountains
Where to go in the evening in Cyprus, if you are a child, is not a question. The color fountain shows in Protaras begins precisely after sunset. During the magical presentation of guests, there is great music, they scare waterfalls from fire or stormy volcanic eruptions. Children, usually, simply eagerly from such impressions against the background of the southern velvet of the night sky.
Dolphins in Ayia Napa
Having played in the Ayia Napa's water park, for complete happiness you need to visit the Dolphinarium with the child and rejoice at the presentation of gentle and playful dolphins in a cheerful one and a half hours.
By seas, by waves
If children love adventures, you can travel on a pirate ship, departing in the morning from Protarasa Beach. A walk along the coast takes about 3 hours, during this time you can make plenty of enjoy beautiful views, swim in the enchanting sea coves, eat and quench thirst right on the pirate on the ship. The programs are very extensive and varied.
Paphos and Larnaca
The great advantage of Cyprus is a lot of wonderful beaches, ancient fortresses and monuments.
About meals, if you are with a child, there is no need to worry about - everywhere in the cafe there is a usual food for children (salads, winegres, mushroom and chicken soups).
Paphos Zoo - Pafos Zoo
A large and beautiful animal park is a green house for a variety of animals, exotic birds and poisonous reptiles from all over the Earth. Small and adults with an expletion enjoy the show of parrots and fabulous owls affecting the mind, cunning and funny tricks. On the territory there are quiet lakes, small rivers and waterfalls, cozy trails, looping between housing predators and reptiles in a twitter atmosphere, growls, murmur and brown paints. There is something to see and what to wake up.
If children adore tigers and lions, Lemurov and Pavlinov are a place of attraction that should not be bypass. In addition to them, here you can see crocodiles, kangaroo, huge turtles, good elephants and long-haired giraffes, which are allowed to feed with buns and apples. Cause trepid the bats, very big and black, like a night. Fluffy rabbits live in cozy little enclosures, with whom the kids are playing.
From the hotels of Cyprus to Zoosada runs the bus, taking everyone at special stops (the price for the passage is included in the ticket). How much is the visit to Pafos Zoo in 2016, you can find out on their official website Pafoszoo.com.
If the children are very active, it is worth going to lucky Star Entertainment Park (Larnaca, Area Aradippa) and spend great time with the whole family. This is one of the largest parks in Cyprus and here you can choose an attraction for every taste for any age - attractions, cars, carousels, games, racers on karting, cafe.
Pafos has a Kid's Kingdom game center for babies from two years.
Where camel live in Cyprus
As family entertainment in Cyprus, you can consider and Camel Park next to Mazotos in Larnaca. It is here very cool to "rush" on the camel.
The smallety guests ride a pony. Cheerful lesson for everyone - feeding animals for which special food is sold directly in the park.
You can see with deer, ostriches, goats and donkeys and to climb on a large playground, equipped with slides, swings and carousels, trampolines and a whole car. In the summer, the pool is located, cooling in heat, and under the spreading trees, you can always have a snack in the tank.
All excursions in Cyprus are available and comfortable, wherever you stop. In general, it is easily accessible to many beautiful places on your own by car, and not just on the excursion bus.
Gallop on donkeys
These wonderful natural excursions are carried out from Larnaca, Ayia Napa, Limassol, Paphos. The path to the park of animals (a fun farm) in the village of Achna stretches through the picturesque "red" coastal villages. Kids of any age will gladly feed cheerful donks, good-natured cones, goats and sheep, messing with rabbits and squirrels, run behind important peacocks and thick geese. They will see the terrible bulls of Cyprus, snakes and turtles and a lot of birds. Photographed with snakes is completely safe, but the "terrible" interesting for the child.
How to get to the old church of St. George, the traveler will ask. Very easy - on donkeys. After all, donies are the most reliable and pretty type of transport that the children really like. On them "jump" riding through fruit Gardens and meadows, olive and citrus groves. And after a walk, everyone feed delicious dinner - barbecue, fresh bread with fruit bread. Parents will go ready for a strong zivan or sweet wine Shushukuk, and children - juices under the accompaniment of live music and ancient Greek dances. This unique adventure is simply impossible to skip. At the end of the Greek holiday of life, each child receives the certificate of the "donkey driver".
Another farm donkey Golden Donkeys, where the millennium grows olive Tree A diameter of 8 meters is located in Cyprus in the village of Skarin between Limassol and Larnaca. A luxurious garden with magic aromas of myrtit, pomegranate, lemon trees, peaches and cherries, figs and musms, lilac lavender and royal levanta rushed around the farm. Children here are interesting walking riding, tasty food and chatting with animals, and adults are miraculous creams based on donkey milk.
Cypriot water parks
Do not know where to relax actively and interesting?
Waterworld's water park is located next to Ayia Napa, and Fasouri Watermania is near Limassol. The trip here will lead the whole family in full delight. In the territory there are wide pools, where they create waves of different shapes and heights, from which the guys with a screech runs out or, on the contrary, jumps on them.
Park in Ayia Napa is dedicated to myths Ancient Greece, and every fountain, cave, the statue as if they fell here from the two-year-old past.
In Fasouri Watermania, you must definitely roll along the water slopes and jump from Tarzanka, however, this pleasure is more suitable for teenagers, and for small (up to 3 years old - free) Created a small pool with water umbrellas and a volcano. Everybody will have an exciting journey along a quiet river on thick inflatable "Watrushkah", Lazagne for steep bridges, mysterious grottoes and caves, splashing under fast waterfalls.
Joy of Northern Cyprus
Live Dinosaur Park (Nicosia)
Most recently, the Jurassic Park opened in Nicosia. Dinosaurs and the truth is all like real, growl, move. For the guys - mass of impressions and squeal. Many children's entertainment in the park are also associated with the growing terrible "worships". Go to the past land and get 100 million years ago interesting to everyone.
Children's entertainment center Kido Farm (Nicosia)
A great place with a bunch of slides, attractions, electric vehicles, carousels and a lot of "interests". For parents, a bar-restaurant is arranged so that they can safely relax, looking after frolin offspring.
Beaches of Northern Cyprus
Most beaches in Northern Cyprus sandy with the ability to walk on boats, canoeing, races on scooters, sliding on the water skiing and jumps on the waves on acquaintances to all "bananas". Here - on the northern coast, parents can do windsurfing and diving. And for the baby there are many beaches with warm shallow water and different playgrounds - Camelot, Acapulco, Deniz-Kizi, Escape Beach.
Personal Beach Turtles Anlagadi (Kyrenia)
This free turtle beach love everything. In the summer, the sea turtles hurry here to postpone the eggs. In such an important period on the beach install special signs. This is a protected place, because it was he who was chosen for family happiness green turtles with big heads. It is interesting here, but no cafe, nor chaise lounge stands in order not to disturb the reptiles. Therefore, on the sun is very hot, and little children are better brought in the evening.
But in the magical time from June to August, you can run for tiny, hatched from eggs, turtles. To ensure that they are not "ate" active tourists, volunteers are followed by helping the firing newborn safely to get to the sea driver.
Paintball and Safari
Not only the older and younger men in the family will appreciate this exciting military sports game. The first center of Northern Cyprus for Paintball is located in the village of Lapta (in the west of Kyrenia), and for adolescents of any sex this is a great place to reset excess energy. On the departure from the village settled the center of Safari on quad bikes. You can order separate tours, excursions for one day or half a day with teenagers, whom we will teach everything. It is active entertainment for the whole family, bright and dynamic.
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Cyprus - the most popular direction russian tourists. The island is rich in natural attractions, excellent beach and historical monuments. At the same time, there are many entertainment centers in Cyprus, which makes the rest of various and cheerful. Cyprus is suitable for people of all ages. And young, and older travelers will appreciate comfortable hotels, interesting excursions and a lot of entertainment. Below we presented the most interesting and significant attractions of Cyprus, which you need to see.
What to see in Cyprus: Top 11
This largest underground necropolis refers to the best attractions of Paphos. Located 2 km from the harbor. Despite its name, necropolis does not store the remains of the kings. He got solely because of the external beauty and inner wealth. The construction of tombs was conducted in 300-200 BC. The tombs are decorated with beautiful colons, wall frescoes, etc. Today in the tombs, almost everything is looted, but they still cause interest in a variety of tourists, keeping secrets and riddles.
No doubt, one of the main attractions of Cyprus for tourists is the most beautiful Palace of Archbishop in the city of Nicosia. The construction of the construction was conducted from 1956 to 1960. Next to him you can also see the old Palace of Archbishop, which was erected in 1730. Today the palace is not available for a full visit. However, on its territory there is a number of interesting places, which will be interested to watch the tourist: a library, a museum of folk art, etc. In museums located near the palace, numerous finds of archaeologists, ancient icons, books and more are presented in museums. Visit this place in Cyprus is obliged every lover of history!
3. Castle Colossi
This unique and ancient landmark of Limassol is an exceptional destination in Cyprus for travelers and tourists. Located 10 km west of the city. The first castle here was built in the XIII century. However, in 1454, he was completely rebuilt. The central tower of the castle is a three-storey, has a height of 22 meters. It is located on its roof, with which visitors can explore the surroundings in detail. Not far from the castle is the Church of St. Eustafia - another interesting place for inspection.
4. Bathing Aphrodite
Aphrodite bathing is a truly unique natural creation and one of the most romantic places in Cyprus. Located 48 km north of Paphos. The bathing is a small water, surrounded by vegetable thickets. The bathhouse is covered with limestone rock, and an old fig tree grows on her shore. Oakdating in this pond, you provide yourself with a charge of cheerfulness and save your beauty for many years. If there is no desire to swim, then you should just watch the beauty of this natural creation.
Ayia Napa Monastery is 1 km from the coast of the famous resort of the same name. There are several legends of its construction, but we will not stop on them. This construction is truly unique and interesting for tourists, because it reached our days without a single restructuring and changing the name. For the history of its existence, the monastery was both female and male. The restoration of the monastery was held in 1950. Today it is not only a beautiful architectural landmark of Cyprus, but also a museum, but sometimes secular events are held here. Inside the monastery you can also visit the church.
6. Amatus
Amatus - ancient citylocated on the southern coast of the island, 38 km west of Larnaca. For the 16th centuries, he was the largest shopping and cultural center of Cyprus. The city consisted of 3 parts and had its own port. At the end of the 12th century, the terrain captured Richard Lion's heart, after which Amatus was completely destroyed. But until today, numerous burials, columns and ruins have been preserved, which attract visitors to Cyprus.
The old village, located a few kilometers east of Paphos. The village has a beautiful appearance and is of interest to travelers from any countries. The central tourist attraction of the village is the Church of Saint Paraskeva. Also tourists can visit the Museum of Folk Creativity and the Confectionery Shop, located on the central street of the village. The Church of Saint Paraskeva is a unique and beautiful structure. The church was erected by Christians. It possesses a beautiful painting of walls related to the times of iconocrust. Today, such monuments are greatly rare. The village of Yeroskipos will surely please you with its unique architecture and a lot of interesting monuments.
Limassol Castle is a great place to visit among the architectural attractions of Cyprus. This is the Ottoman Fort, erected in the XIV century to protect the harbor of Limassol. Built in the style of Ottoman architecture. Today, this castle acts as the Museum of the Middle Ages. The Museum for Visitors presents a lot of exhibits relating to the period from IV to the XVII century. In the central hall and in the basement floor there are stone tombstones of the XIV century. On the top floor You can see: an ancient weapon, armor, collections of vintage coins and decorative products Of silver, gold and ceramics.
9. Church of the Prophet Ilya in Protaras
This church deservedly is one of the tourist hot spots in Cyprus. It is located at an altitude of 115 m above sea level. Each year, Orthodox believers spend in it worship and arrange a fair. The church is built from sandy stone, has an attractive classic medieval view. Inside visitors will be able to see the wooden altar and beautiful wall paintings. The territory around the church is very well maintained, so the walk through it will not be superfluous. By visiting this place, you will feel real peace.
10. Stavrovni Monastery
In my opinion, to look at Cyprus Stavrovni Monastery must necessarily. He was erected in 327, in the area of \u200b\u200bLarnaca, on a high hill. For his history, the monastery was rebuilt several times and was restored. Today main value This structure is a cypress cross containing a particle of a life-giving cross. Among the Orthodox inhabitants of Cyprus and tourists is one of the most popular directions, since in addition to visiting the attraction itself, here you can enjoy beautiful views.
11. Oceanarium in Protaras
Having children with children will also find interesting sights in Cyprus, among them the oceanarium in Protaras. Here you can see over 1000 marine inhabitants. They live in huge aquariums, the conditions in which are very similar to the marine. A visit to this place will become incredibly interesting for both adults and children.
In addition to acquaintance with the sea inhabitants, in the aceanarium, you can visit the terrarium with crocodiles and a penguinarian, in which these polar penguins live. There is also a tropical garden with rare plants and beautiful flowers. Spend 1 day to visit this unique place - an excellent solution, because such a variety underwater world You can see extremely rarely.
As you can see, not only the beaches, the sea and the sun, but also many architectural and natural sights of Cyprus make it a popular resort among tourists from the CIS countries. This hospitable island contains many mysteries and secrets, and that is why the lovers of history so willingly visit it. In Cyprus, you can get acquainted with culture different epochs. And if the story does not interest you, you can easily find suitable entertainment and have a nice time.
Cyprus is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations. Basically, the lion's share of visits falls on southern part Islands, but no one bothers tourists to cross the Turkish border to explore the sights of the North. However, the most interesting places in Cyprus, including natural, are located in the central and southern part of the island, where the huge number of arrivals of all ages flow. That is why the question is "What to visit in Cyprus?" Is especially acute.
Thanks to a well-developed infrastructure, visitors can always be accommodated in 5 * hotels, which are often located in the most favorable places, but there are also hotels with 4 *, or 3 *, with lower prices.
Ayia Napa is a city that is located in the southeastern part of the island. Most popular from attractions - White sand beaches and transparent water. Among them you can highlight the beach of Nissi. It is often the best DJs from Europe often come here to arrange the most interesting and loud party on the whole island. This is one of the main reasons why young people are mainly rising in Ayia NAPA, and family tourists prefer Paphos, Protaras and other, quieter places. Also worth mentioning the following sights that should be visited primarily:
- Venetian monastery or "Madonna Forest". The complex of buildings was erected in the XVI century and is the most ancient abode on the whole island. The borders of the territory are fenced from the brick, and in the yard there is a pretty beautiful fountain. Also next to the monastery grows a tide tree, which has been more than 700 years old. Because of this, various festivals and holidays are often held here.
- Aqueduct. One of the most interesting sights. It was found during the excavations back in 1974, the ruins are located between the rocks of Pila Verde and Kavo Greco. The design has a length of 2 kilometers. This allowed the whole region to provide water. Thanks to the promotion of the Department of Antiquities, now the aqueduct again began its work, as a result, tourists have the opportunity to visit this construction.
- Quarter of night clubs. One of the most popular places on the whole island. It is here that the whole nightlife passes, which is filled with music and songs. There is a quarter in the city center, not far from the monastery.
In addition, in Ayia Napa there is a great and maritime museum, where a decent collection of antiquities is collected, and the reconstruction of the ancient ship "Kyrenia-Elephametry", one on the whole island.
Nikosyia is the capital of Cyprus. A visit is recommended in the off-season or in winter, when there is no heat inherent in the local climate. The city itself is divided into two parts, and both are capitals, but Lefkosh is called their part in the north. The most interesting that can be visited:
- Part of the Venetian fortress wall - more than 5 kilometers, the Kirence Gate (on the Turkish side), as well as the gate of Famagauta, are available for tourists. The entrance is free, so anyone can approach and look at the ruins.
- Palace of Archbishop. Built in the middle of the previous century. Made in the architectural style of the Renaissance, due to which it is considered the most beautiful building on the island. The palace has its own museum, the cathedral and library, in addition, one of the largest collections of the icons are stored in the local art gallery, among which there are exhibits of the time V century. In addition, the entire complex is the residence of the chapter of the Church of Cyprus.
- Karavan-Saray Beyuk-Khan. Erected Ottoman Turks back in 1572. During the reign of Venetians, the Luzinyan Palace was equipped here, and later the Ruins of this building built a stall courtyard, on the square of which another small mosque and fountain fit. Now the caravanserai is the 4-storey buildings decorated in Arabic style. They form a closed complex with their own yard. One of the main features is a massive colonnade and elegant verandas where you can make excellent photos.
Also, when visiting the capital, it is recommended to go to high alone and Calopanayotis. Rural life is quite seriously different from the urban, while the food and accommodation cost much cheaper. In addition, tourists will be able to full extent Know what the nature of Cyprus is. If you wish, you can look into monasteries dedicated to the Holy Panteleimonu, Heraklidia, John Lampadist. All this will make rest even more saturated.
Mountains Troodos
This mountain range is located west of the capital. The main popularity of the mountain was obtained for the presence of ski resorts. More famous legendary. Here you can enjoy the beautiful winter scenery, clean alpine air, complements the picture and local natural beauty, which is another cause of numerous tourist trips to this region.
It is here that you can see the most beautiful places of Cyprus, as well as try oranges that grow here in December and January.
Miraculous places of the island
For pilgrims, Cyprus is one of the most important goals for visiting. There are many places with powerful energy, because of what they often attribute opportunities for healing diseases, it is worth only to visit them. The main places of the Power of Cyprus:
- Known by its iconostasis, which consists of more than 200 icons of a different time period, but for the most part copies of the XVIII century are provided there. In the basement, the crypts are kept the power of the saint, in addition, you can visit the holy source alone.
- Stone Temple of Panagia Angeloktisti, in which an ancient mosaic was discovered, where the Mother of God was depicted holding a baby in the hands, while Archangels Mikhail and Gabriel are standing near her.
- The monastery of Saint Heraklidium is the largest convent on the island. Here are kept both the relics of the heraxlide and the icon of the Mother of Mother of Mammal. Pilgrims pray to cure back diseases and some other diseases.
- Church of the Mother of Christ Chrysospiliotissi - a unique church, located right in the cave. Her patron is considered to be Virgo Maria Chrysospiliotiss, which can help a woman get pregnant, find a faithful husband, give birth to healthy children and grow them without health problems.
- Church of Holy Leeke Ferapont. On the storage in the temple there is a part of the relics of St. Ferapont, therefore the prayers to him, ascended in this church, are able to clear a person from many ailments, especially if this happens next to his remains.
It should be noted that visiting such sights must be observed certain style clothes. In particular, shoulders and legs should be completely closed, otherwise, tourists simply will not be allowed into the territory. Some companies are carried out passing through such places of power. Arriving in place, a person can feel a serious physical and psycho-emotional impact, sometimes this is explained by the wonders there.
Conclusion
Among the places that it is necessary to see tourists can be called the Kikkos Monastery, located among the mountains at an altitude of 1140 meters above sea level.
Travelers can visit many nailed places, get spiritual cleansing and enlightenment. In general, when visiting Cyprus, visiting can go around any sights, it will not cause difficulties, as Cypriots are characterized by excellent hospitality.
Cyprus is one of the most sought-after and popular beach directions. At this wonderful island, the sun shines more than 300 days a year, the swimming season lasts almost six months from May to October. Cyprus Tourist Industry is fully and comprehensively developed - guests are offered to stay in luxury 5 * hotels on the first coastline, more democratic 4 * and 3 * or in economical apartments.
Cyprus resorts will suit all types of travelers. The digging of young people prefer stylish and energetic Ayia NAPU, where, after day sun, you can "light up" in nightclubs. For families with children, Larnaca or Limassol is more preferable - in hotels of these cities there are excellent animation and there are entertainment for the smallest. For people, spare a secluded and relaxing holiday, a varied choice will be quiet and romantic Protaras.
Tourists from all over the world are mostly visited by the southern part of the island - the very very state of Cyprus itself. The northern part of the island is considered occupied by Turkish troops, but there, too, you can also get and enjoy picturesque mountain views or swim in the purest Mediterranean.
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What to see in Cyprus?
The most interesting and beautiful places, photos and a brief description.
A small necropolis is not far from Paphos. Despite the name, there is no grave of the kings, only the burial of local nobility. Long before the detection of archaeologists, these places were looted by "treasure seekers", only the external walls of buildings reached our days. The graves date back to the IV-III century. BC.
Construction XX century In the pseududo-session style in the capital of Cyprus Nicosia. Nearby there is an old building of the Palace of the XVIII century, which suffered a lot after the invasion of the Turks in 1974. This place serves as a residence for the head of the local church - Archbishop Cyprus. There are museum, library, art gallery and cathedral in the palace.
A small secluded grotto, surrounded by lush vegetation and flowers. According to the legend, the goddess of Aphrodite took the bath here and met adonis beloved. It is believed that the water from the bathing rejuvenates the body, gives strength and vigor. But visitors to swim in the grotto is prohibited, so it is impossible to check this version.
Located in one of the centers of local winemaking - the city of Limassol. Cyprus makes wine not one thousand years old, Keo vineyards give yields for more than 150 years. During a free tour of the Tourist Tourists talk about the history and process of production of various varieties of wine. Tasting is also free, after which it is proposed to buy you likes.
Fort period Ottoman Empireerected in the IV century. The XVI began to be used by the Turks for the protection of the harbor of Limassol. IN early periods On the site of Fort was the Christian Basilica and the Byzantine Fortress, where the legend had a wedding of King Richard Lion's heart with Princess Berengaria.
Laconic and strict construction of the time of Alexander Macedonian. The fortress was part of the defensive system, the lower floors were used as a prison. It was only part of the ancient fort, since the structure was repeatedly destroyed for centuries.
The construction of a period of powerful medieval knightly orders. The cloth tower is a sample of the XII century military architecture. Not only thick walls of the castle are perfectly preserved, but also some elements of the interior decoration - drawings and frescoes with the image of the divine scenes. The construction was used by knightly orders as a military-strategic object.
It was built by Byzantine for the purpose of protection against the raids of Arabs. The castle was updated during the rule of the Venetian. In the XVI century, he fell under the blows of the Ottoman army until the XIX century was used by the Turks as a military base. In 1974, after the occupation of Northern Cyprus, Turkey's troops placed the museum in the castle.
Located in the Cyrnean mountains at an altitude of almost one kilometer. The construction is the Italian name, in translating it means "wind protection". The castle was built in the XI century and was used as a prison for dangerous criminals. During the rule of the Venetsians, it was not used, so the buildings came to be launched.
Once the city of Varosha was the best resort of Cyprus, where Bridget Bardo and Elizabeth Taylor appeared. After the Turkish invasion of 1974, residents evacuated. The areas of the areas were built by a fence and set armed guard. Empty hotel concrete boxes look crazy against the background of sunny beaches and the sea, where people continue to relax.
In the XII century BC. was one of the major Cypriot cities. In the 4th century BC He destroyed an earthquake, but many structures reached our days. Not only the facades of buildings are preserved, but also the Roman mosaics depicting animals. Curon's urban amphitheater is an excellent sample of ancient ancient architecture.
One of the ten Cypriot states-states that existed tens of centuries ago. Located near Limassol. Until our days reached the ruins of space, public baths, administrative buildings. According to the mythology, Amatus founded the Father of Adonis. In ancient times, the cult of Aphrodites dominated here.
An important center of Orthodoxy in Cyprus. It is the richest monastery on the island, located in the picturesque mountains of Troodos. There is an icon of the Virgin, which possesses a miraculous force (according to Christian beliefs). Moreover, the holiness of the image is so blinding looking that in 1975 the icon was dressed in silver salary.
An old Christian temple, built by the emperor Lvi-iv wise on the site of the burial of Lazarus - a friend and the associate of Christ. The church was the cultural, social and religious center of Larnaca. At the time of the Venetian occupation of Cyprus, the temple belonged to the Roman church, there was a Benedictine monastery in it.
Monastery of the Virgin Napa, with the basis of which two legends are associated. According to the first - on the site of the building in the cave, the icon of the Virgin was found, the second narrates about the notable Venetian, in line with the parents of the nun and hiding in the cave on the site of the monastery.
Located on top of the mountain 40 kilometers from Larnaca. It is considered the most ancient abode in Cyprus. Since its founding, the monastery survived several periods of poverty and armed invasions, but now the cells and greatness are fully restored, the abode is flourishing. In the stavrovni, an important Christian relic is stored - part of the cross, on which Jesus crucified.
The main mosque of Northern Cyprus, a wonderful sample of the Cyprus architecture. The construction was built for 150 years, at different times it was a small church, the Gothic temple, the Cathedral of Hagia Sophia and after - Mosque. In the design, it is clearly noticeable to mix architectural styles of different eras and crops, which gives the mosque unique value.
One of the main shrines of Cyprus. According to Christian legends, the death of Solomonia from Palestine took here. With her sons hiding from the persecution of the king Antioch IV, but was discovered. All seven sons of Solomonia accepted martyrdom, Mother died during prayer over their bodies.
Ancient settlement of the era of Neolithic (7-6 thousand years BC), UNESCO Heritage Object. Despite the impressive age in 9000 years, the ruins of Hurokitis are well preserved, which allows archaeologists based on objects found there to draw conclusions about the distant era. It is still unknown, from where this settlement arose and where people disappeared from it.
Water pipe XVIII century, supplied with water Larnaca. The construction consists of 75 stone arches, reaches 25 meters in height and stretches for several tens of kilometers. The aqueduct functioned until 1930. After laying modern Systems Water supply, it turned into a historically significant architectural monument.
The ruins of an ancient structure of the VII century, which was used for defense from Arab raids. Initially, it was built on forty columns, hence and received such a call. The castle is almost completely destroyed by an earthquake, only some of the towers and catacombs are preserved, which are of interest to researchers.
Are in the center of Nicosia. The gate is part of Venetian strengthening facilities. They were created in the XVI century and defended the settlement from Turkish attacks. After the restoration of 1980, the gate halls began to be used as a place for lectures and conferences, and in a 35-meter corridor, there are often concerts due to excellent acoustics.
One of the brightest attractions of Nicosia. The building appeared on Omman Turks in the XVI century and up to the arrival of the British troops were used directly appointed. The British placed here prison and shelter for the poor. After the 90s. XX century As a result of the large-scale reconstruction, the Caravan Shed turned into a center of art.
Located on the plateau of the lan. It is the picturesque rocks surrounded by green vegetation and pink flowers. Great place for hiking, loving nature and dating with Cyprus Flora. The gorge is an interesting cave, open in 2003 and almost inaccessible due to a very narrow entrance.
Attractive place in the spa town of Protaras, where there is a picturesque landscaped beach. The bay always has enough tourists, as it is in a beautiful place where the azure water of the Mediterranean Sea merges with the sky, and the purest sand sparkles in the rays of the bright sun.
It is considered one of the most beautiful and romantic seats of the Mediterranean. According to the legend, it was here that the goddess of Aphrodite came out of the marine foam. White cliffs and shrill blue sea bay create a picturesque contrast, which pleases the eye. Here they love to spend the photoshoot of newlyweds and in love with couples.
The reservoir consisting of the interconnected four salted lakes. The total area is a little more than 2 km². This place is unique in that it is periodically nesting here. wild ducks, seagulls, flamingos, cormorants in large quantities. A recreation area has been created around the lake with gazebos, benches and equipped picnic sites.
28. Waterpark "Aphrodite" in Paphos
Large territory with a variety of slides, pools, numerous water entertainment. The water park also has a children's town with copies of a slide for the youngest visitors. There are recreation areas and restaurants on the territory, where you can translate the breath into the shade of exotic trees.
The most famous Ayia Napa Beach. Life is constantly boiling here - playing DJs and pass foam discos. Tourists perform liberated dancing and rest in luxury restaurants on the background of snow-white sand and blue sea. The place is not for fans of privacy, but very suitable for fun and noisy companies.
Picturesque place, popular among divers, romantics and lovers of virgin nature. The best time at Cape Greco is the evening, when the evening sun rises in the sea. Many tourists come to admire this spectacle and make photos for memory. Cape is located between the popular Cypriot resorts Protaras and Ayia Vodo.
