Famagusta is famous because of its wonderful beaches. The biggest and the most upscale resorts of the area are Ayia Napa
and Protaras
. Several excellent beaches are also located around the old town of Salamis, and Glapsides
beach is one of them. This vast and popular part of coast is an excellent choice for any kind of tourist. Calm and shallow sea is good for families with kids; there's a camping area for younger and active tourists to settle down for a few days. In summer, there are lots of entertainment events taking place at the coast; themed parties and lively atmosphere reign there around the clock.
Lots of attractive gastronomic establishments can be found in the historic district and in the new city. The most popular restaurants are located near the historic district area, Namık …
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beach located nearby is more quieter, but also pretty scenic. Like its neighbor beach it’s famous for good ecological performance; it’s one of the cleanest beaches of Cyprus. The picturesque coast attracts not only beach leisure fans, but also those fond of excursions, as there are several large archeological sites situated nearby.
Bafra
is among the most private beaches in the area. Until recently it was only accessible by water, but nowadays there's a road along the coast, so you can also reach Bafra by car. There are no places of entertainment, but in exchange the coast has retained its natural beauty; normally there are only dozen of tourists at the beach. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
The seaport fortress city of Famagusta features an abundance of historical and architectural monuments, which are of great interest for curious tourists. The most beautiful and interesting …
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Well-known Bediz beach is situated next to the capital city of Famagusta. It's a good choice for calm leisure or family picnic. Despite being easily accessible, the beach is never crowded even in high season. There are also lots of beautiful walking areas along the coast. Nagomi beach is probably the most beautiful and spectacular in this area. This amazing beach with show-white sand is situated at Karpaz peninsula. The coast is informally divided in two; parts are separated with sand dunes.
Another popular place in Famagusta is Long Beach
. It attracts tourists with its vast size and harmonious look. The beach is inhabited with rare sea turtles, so many visitors arrive there to watch these sea creatures. There are also several resorts located nearby. Fig Tree Bay Beach is the most popular choice in Protaras; this is a huge and beautiful sand beach surrounded with multiple hotel complexes and entertainment places. The beach features excellent equipment and is a good choice for all day long vacation.
Main entertainment options for travelers are walking around colorful markets and shops, relaxing on beaches and participating in exciting sightseeing tours. The picturesque Konnos Bay is …
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Konnos Bay Beach is popular among divers for its crystal-clear water, as well as rich and amazing sea life. The coast here is very calm making it popular among snorkeling fans as well. Among wild beaches, rocky Cape Greco Beach is worth mentioning. Surrounded with picturesque landscapes, it’s a very popular choice for serene leisure. There's a number of grottoes located along the coast. Latter are also popular among tourists.
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Nature and parks of Cyprus for active vacation
The noise of the water pacifies many people, so they should definitely explore waterfalls of Cyprus. The best time to visit the famous Adonis Baths Water Falls in Paphos is on a hot day when the cool waters of the lake are ideal for swimming. At other times it can be quite cold here, but this place can nevertheless be called amazing in any weather. You can also take a mud bath in the "Baths". But no matter how beautiful these places may seem, in Platres, there are the island's highest waterfalls - 15 meters of cold water striking with its indomitable power fall down the mountains.
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