Cyprus

These are 5 of the most recommended places to visit in the whole of Cyprus

Cyprus is an island country in the Middle East in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. Nearby countries include Turkey, Syria, and Lebanon. Geographically, Cyprus is a central plain with mountains to the north and south.

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1.) Nissi Beach

Covered in fine, golden sands, the beach is formed inside a natural bay, and has shallow and calm seawaters that are sheltered against winds. It forms part of the larger Nissi Beach area, and takes its name from the small island ('nissi' in Greek) that is located nearby.

Information from: Visit Cyprus


2.) Cape Cavo Greco

It is the easternmost point of both the Republic of Cyprus and the European Union. According to local legend, it is also the home of the 'Ayia Napa sea monster'. The cape was known as Cape Pedalion (Greek: Πηδάλιον) in the antiquity. According to Strabo the trapezoidal hill lying above it was sacred to Aphrodite.

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3.) Kolossi Castle

The castle today consists of a single three-storey square keep, 21m high and with dimensions 17x17m. It has an attached rectangular enclosure or bailey about 30 by 40 metres (98 by 131 ft). As well as for its sugar, the area is also known for its sweet wine, Commandaria.

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4.) Fig Tree

Fig Tree Bay is the most popular beach in Protaras. The bay is named after the solitary fig tree which stands at the headland of the beach and has overlooked the bay ever since its arrival with eastern invaders in the 17th century. Fig-tree bay is Protaras’ coastal jewel in the crown. Its crystal clear waters and fine-grained, golden sand has made the beach very popular

Information from: Choose Your Cyprus


5.) Landmark of Hala Sultan Tekke

Hala Sultan Tekke complex is composed of a mosque, mausoleum, cemetery, and living quarters for men and women. The term tekke (lodge) applies to a building designed specifically for gatherings of a Sufi brotherhood, or tariqa, and may have referred to an earlier feature of the location.

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Photo sources (in order):

1a.) Nissi Beach Resort

1b.) Cyprus Villas

2a.) in-Cyprus

2b.) Cyprus Alive.com

3a.) HistoryHit

3b.) Limassol

4a.) Greek City Times

4b.) Wikipedia

5a.) Larnaka Tourism Board

5b.) Land.cy