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Cyprus is very clean beaches, hotels with good service and an easy "excursion". Entertainment - mini cruises, thalassotherapy and delicious Greek cuisine. The capital Nicosia, Paphos and Ayia Napa, Limassol and Protaras - all about Cyprus: weather, tours, reviews, maps and prices.

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Perhaps the most adequate assessment of tourist Cyprus will sound like this: "strong Mediterranean goodness." That is, this is quite a typical direction of beach recreation, without any bright or unique "chips", but without major drawbacks (unless, of course, we do not include high prices as such). The island has a mild climate, the service in hotels is quite adequate to their level, and the beaches are very clean, with many Blue Flags - so tours to Cyprus are more than deservedly popular among travelers.

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A daily flight to Larnaca from Moscow is operated by Aeroflot, and since 2016, also by the low-cost airline Pobeda. S7 Airlines flies from Moscow to Larnaca and Paphos three times a week. On the way - about 4 hours.

From St. Petersburg direct flights to Larnaca on Thursdays and Sundays are made by Rossiya Airlines. In the summer season, charters additionally fly, and the rest of the time it is easier to fly with a transfer in Moscow.

Also in the summer there are charter flights from Yekaterinburg, Ufa, Rostov-on-Don, Moscow, Samara and other cities.

By sea

By sea, Cyprus can be reached with regular flights and private ships from the ports of Greece, Egypt and Israel. From the Greek port of Piraeus, several transport companies operate regular ferry services to and from Limassol.

In particular, flights from Greece (including islands), Egypt and other ports are operated by Cruise Cyprus (website in English). Cruise prices start at EUR 250 per person, one way. Prices on the page are for December 2019.

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Transport

You can travel around the island by intercity buses. From each major city, buses usually leave twice a day (morning and evening), except Sundays.

Fare: approximately 3 EUR for 50 km. There are one-time, daily, weekly, monthly and annual passes. All, except for one-off, allow for an unlimited number of trips. A single trip ticket from Limassol to Larnaca costs 4 EUR, daily - 7 EUR, weekly - 33 EUR, and monthly - 70 EUR. You can buy them at bus stops or from the driver.

There are also unified tickets valid on all intercity routes: for one day - 15 EUR, for a week - 75 EUR. More detailed information on fares, routes and stops can be found on the carrier's website.

Public transport in cities

Major cities have municipal buses and minibuses. Travel time - from 4:00 (in some cities - from 6:00) to midnight. In large tourist cities, there are round-the-clock buses, but special nightly rates apply to them (but in any case, this is cheaper than a taxi). On Sundays and holidays, many drivers have a legal day off, but there are rare buses in tourist centers.

The ticket system is the same as for intercity buses. There are one-time, daily, weekly, monthly and annual passes. A single day ticket (from 4:00 to 21:00) costs 1.50 EUR, a night ticket (from 21:00 to 4:00) - 2.50 EUR. A weekly day pass (there are no night passes) will cost 20 EUR, and a day long-distance pass (a ticket for one day, which gives the right to travel by both intercity and public transport) - 15 EUR.

Taxis can be stopped on the street, called through the hotel administrator, or by phone from any store or restaurant. There are two tariffs: daytime (from 6:00 to 20:30) and night (from 20:30 to 6:00, 15% more expensive); the rate for the carriage of baggage does not depend on the time of day. It is better to negotiate the price with the driver in advance, and a few words in Greek can slightly reduce the price. The average cost of a taxi ride is 5-10 EUR for 10-15 minutes, depending on the city.

Car rental in Cyprus

Police, fire service, ambulance: 112, 199 (around the clock).

Information inquiry service: 191, 192 (round the clock).

Beaches

All beaches in Cyprus are municipal and free, you will have to pay only for sun beds and umbrellas (3-7 EUR per day). Some hotels provide beach equipment for their guests free of charge, but this is more likely for the most expensive hotels. In city centers, a highway separates the hotels from the beach strip.

Diving in Cyprus

Diving in Cyprus is not as spectacular as in the Red Sea or the Caribbean, but it also offers good opportunities for beginners and experienced divers. The flora and fauna of the Mediterranean Sea is not very diverse, but there are many wrecks, caves and other interesting objects in it. The best dive sites are located around Paphos, Limassol, Larnaca and Ayia Napa.

Larnaca is home to one of the most interesting diving sites in the world - the sunken Swedish ferry Zenobia, which crashed in 1980. None of the crew members were injured, only the ferry itself and the trucks, which lie on the seabed at a depth of about 40 m. a depth of 33 m in the same area rests the cruiser HMS Cricket during the Second World War, which sank in 1947. Slightly deeper - 50 m - there is a rock in the form of a mushroom Mushrooms Rock, and 10 m deep - Octopus Reef, where octopuses.

The Swedish ferry Zenobia, sunk in the waters near Larnaca, is one of the ten most interesting diving sites in the world.

In Paphos, divers will be interested to see the Greek ship Achilleas, which was wrecked in 1975 under unexplained circumstances (12 m deep), and a unique natural monument that looks like an amphitheater (12 m). And only 5-10 m in these waters you can observe the Amphorae Reef - amphorae and other ancient pottery sunk together with the Greek galleys.

There are also many ships in the waters near Limassol at different depths, from 7 to 23 m. There are caves similar to ancient tombs where you can watch cute fish living there (for example, Tombs caves at a depth of 12 m).

Ayia Napa has a very picturesque canyon (depth 25 m) with corals, caves and the remains of ancient Phoenician wooden ships.

Dive centers are located throughout the island. Beginners will first be offered dives in the pool, and then they will be released into open water. Almost every large dive center has Russian-speaking instructors, so there will be no problems with communication.

Novice divers undergo compulsory training, which includes instruction, a swimming pool and diving in open water at a depth of no more than 10 m. The cost of one dive is from 50 EUR. The Open Water Diving program assumes a course of training lasting 4-5 days, from 5 dives in open water, and as a result an international diving certificate is issued. Cost - from 250 EUR.

What to bring

Popular souvenirs: a figurine of Aphrodite, models of ships and dolls in national costumes. Fans of culinary delights can bring from Cyprus goat cheese "halloumi" (convenient for transportation), Cypriot sweets: Turkish delight, halva, "suzukos" - almonds in grape molasses, and so on.

From October to April, shops are open from 8:00 to 18:00 (a break from 13:00 to 15:00), and on Wednesdays and Saturdays after lunch they close altogether. Shops are usually closed on Sundays.

Cyprus cuisine and restaurants

The island has mainly Greek cuisine, which differs from its mainland version in that it has more seafood. The Cypriot cuisine is based on meat, fish and vegetable dishes, and the main “culinary attraction” of the island is the “meze”: a set lunch that includes 20-30 dishes. Serving meze starts with appetizers, salads and vegetables and ends with meat and fish dishes, with each tavern having its own menu. Another popular Cypriot dish is "souvlaki" - a shish kebab wrapped in a flat cake. It is traditionally served without sauce so as not to overpower the taste of the meat. Also noteworthy are "moussaka" - minced meat baked with vegetables and a sauce of sour cream and beaten eggs, and "kupelka" - stuffed cabbage rolls in grape leaves.

You should definitely try the Cypriot feta and halloumi cheeses, as well as green walnuts in syrup. We should not forget about Cypriot wines, spirits and liqueurs, which are abundant on the island. The most famous wine is Commandaria. This is a variety of Cahors and is best purchased at the Kykkos Monastery in Troodos. For beer lovers, there are two local brands of foamy drink, Keo and Carlsberg.

Those who like stronger will appreciate the grape moonshine "Zivania", the alcohol content of which can reach 80 °. True, you can only bring back the memories of its tasting to your homeland: the export of drinks with a strength higher than 50 ° from Cyprus is prohibited.

You can have an inexpensive snack in the eateries or “kebabs”, which are abundant on the island. Lunch will cost an average of 5-8 EUR excluding alcohol. The most popular places are traditional Cypriot taverns. These are small family restaurants that are inherited from father to son, and usually the owner and his relatives work there. The menu is rarely extensive, but all the traditional local cuisine is usually there. The portions are large, you can safely order one for two, also in taverns they are often treated to dessert or liqueur. Lunch in such a restaurant will cost 12-20 EUR with wine, dinner can be more expensive.

In hotels and restaurants, a 10% service charge is usually included in the bill. Therefore, tipping in Cyprus is optional, but a small change is always accepted with gratitude.

There are also classic restaurants on the island, and the most interesting of them are located at the wineries. They offer Cypriot cuisine and local wine. The average bill will be higher than in taverns: from 25 EUR per person.

Halloumi is a divinely delicious Cypriot goat cheese that everyone should try.

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Entertainment and attractions

Cyprus is a relatively small island, but it surprisingly accommodates a huge number of monuments of nature, culture, history and art of different eras. Here are the ruins of Stone Age settlements, temples from the times of Ancient Greece, Roman theaters, ancient Byzantine monasteries, Venetian fortresses and Gothic cathedrals. And due to the compactness of the island, many of these sights can be easily visited within one trip.

It is worth visiting the capital of Cyprus, Nicosia, where all the main attractions are collected in the old quarter of the city. These are the Byzantine Church of Chrysalinotissa and the Church of Tripiotis with the famous iconostasis, the Archbishop's Palace, the Cathedral of St. John, the Famagusta Gate and the Venetian Wall.

On the Akamas Peninsula there are the ruins of the ancient cities of Morion and Avagos, the monastery of Agios Georgios, and the territory located south of the Lara Beach Bay was chosen by green and big-headed turtles. It is also worth visiting the Baths of Aphrodite, which is not far from Latchi Bay. Amathus is one of the oldest cities in Cyprus, the ruins of which are located on the seashore 5 km east of Limassol. Modern archaeologists have found here a basilica of the early Christian era, the sanctuary of Aphrodite, the ruins of baths and a system of water conduits - of course, their time, as they say, did not spare them, but even in this form they make an impression.

No less ancient Kourion was one of the largest city-states of the island. Roman baths and rich houses, the sanctuary of Apollo of Hilates, the ancient theater and numerous mosaics have been preserved there to this day. Troodos Mountains - nature reserve and ski resort. There are also numerous churches and monasteries, some of which are included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List and are under state protection.

Cruises from Cyprus

Mini-cruises from Cyprus are an opportunity to travel to Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Greece, or Lebanon while on the island. For example, a two-day cruise to Egypt includes a full-day trip to Cairo (with a visit to the Cairo National Museum) and a tour of the Pyramids and Papyrus Factory on the second day.

During a cruise to Jerusalem and Bethlehem, tourists will see the Church of the Nativity and the Grotto, built over the birthplace of Jesus Christ. After lunch at a local restaurant, the tour will continue in the Holy City of Jerusalem with a visit to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Calvary and the Western Wall.

The cost of a two-day cruise starts from 300 EUR per person, this amount usually includes transfers from the hotel to the port of Limassol and back, necessary visas (not always), excursions with a Russian-speaking guide, full board, the entire entertainment program on board the ships and accommodation in the cabin of the chosen categories.

10 things to do in Cyprus

Swim in the bay of Petra tou Romiou, where, according to legend, the sea goddess Aphrodite emerged from the foam, and gain eternal youth and beauty.
Go to a small winery to taste Commandaria and other wines.
Travel back to the Middle Ages in Kyrenia and visit the local Shipwreck Museum.
Dine in an authentic Cypriot tavern and have a glass of liqueur with the host.
Buy hand-embroidered tablecloth in Lefkara village.
Dance all night until dawn at discos in Ayia Napa.
Climb into the tower of the jealous Moor in Famagusta, where the supposed prototype of Othello, the governor of Cyprus Christopher Moro, lived in the 12th century.
Watch flamingos on the Aliki Salt Lake near Larnaca.
Ride a donkey named Hitler or Schumacher at the Dipotamos donkey farm in Ayia Napa.
Look from afar at the ghost town of Varosh in Famagusta (you can go inside, but it is very expensive - a fine of 500 EUR).

Holidays and events

A separate reason for traveling to Cyprus is endless holidays and festivals. In April, the country celebrates the National Day of Cyprus. In May-June, the seaside towns celebrate the "cataclysm" - the holiday of water and the flood, and in Limassol the Folk Dance Festival is held. In July-August, the Festival of Ancient Greek Drama takes place: performances are given in the ancient amphitheater of Kourion, in the Odeon of Paphos, the fort of Larnaca and on the Monastery Square in Ayia Napa. The beginning of September dawns on the popular Limassol Wine Festival, dedicated to the god of winemaking Dionysus with its invigorating breath.

According to an ancient Greek legend, it was on the island of Cyprus that the Olympic goddess of love and beauty Aphrodite was born. Tourists who have visited Cyprus will understand why Aphrodite chose this particular island to get out of the sea. Tourists in Cyprus are waiting for numerous ancient Greek and Roman historical monuments, ski resorts on Mount Olympus, excellent beach resorts with wide sandy and pebbly-sandy beaches, gentle warm Mediterranean Sea, delicious cuisine and, of course, hospitable locals.

Geography of Cyprus

The Republic of Cyprus occupies most of the territory of the island of Cyprus, which is located in the Mediterranean Sea. Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean. The total area of the Republic of Cyprus is 9,250 sq. km. In the north of the island is the Turkish Republic of northern Cyprus.

Most of the territory of the Republic of Cyprus, as well as the entire island of the same name, is occupied by mountains. In the southwest is the Troodas mountain range, and in the north is the Kyrenia mountain range.

On the territory of the Republic of Cyprus there is the highest point of the entire island - Mount Olympus, whose height reaches 1,952 m.

Capital

The capital of the Republic of Cyprus is Nicosia, which is now home to about 350 thousand people. Nicosia is believed by archaeologists to have been founded by the ancient Greeks around the 9th century BC.

Official language

The official language in the Republic of Cyprus is Greek, which belongs to the Indo-European languages.

Religion

The majority of the population of the Republic of Cyprus is Orthodox Christians, but there are also Muslims.

Government of Cyprus

The head of the Republic of Cyprus is the President, who is elected by popular vote for a 5-year term. The executive branch belongs to the government, and the legislative branch belongs to the House of Representatives (56 deputies).

The main political parties in the Republic of Cyprus are the Progressive Party of the Working People, the Democratic Party, the Social Democratic Movement and the Democratic Gathering.

Climate and weather

The climate on the island of Cyprus is typically Mediterranean with hot, dry summers and mild, not very cold winters. In July and August, the average air temperature ranges from + 29C in the central plains and + 22C in the Troodos mountains. In January, the average air temperature in the central plains is + 10C and + 3C in the Troodos mountains. The average annual precipitation is about 480 mm (only 5% of the total precipitation falls in summer).

Average air temperature in Nicosia:

January - + 12C
- February - + 13C
- March - + 16C
- April - + 21C
- May - + 27C
- June - + 30C
- July - + 33C
- August - + 32C
- September - + 29C
- October - + 24C
- November - + 18С
- December - + 14C

Sea in Cyprus

The island of Cyprus is washed by the Mediterranean Sea on all sides. Near the coast, the sea temperature in February ranges from + 15C to + 17C, and in August - from + 23C to + 28C.

Average sea temperature near Limassol:

January - + 17.7C
- February - + 16.6C
- March - + 16.4C
- April - + 17.6C
- May - + 19.2C
- June - + 23C
- July - + 25.5C
- August - + 25.5C
- September - + 28.8C
- October - + 24.2C
- November - + 22C
- December - + 19.5C

Rivers and lakes

Most of the rivers in Cyprus originate in the Troodos Mountains, but they are dependent on rainfall. This means that most rivers in Cyprus only have water for 3-4 months a year. Only a few rivers are full-flowing all year round (Xeros, Diarizos, Kargotis, Marathasa, Kouris and Germasogeia).

There are no freshwater lakes on the island of Cyprus, but there are 5 salt water lakes.

Cyprus history

People on the island of Cyprus lived already 9 thousand years ago. At the beginning and middle of the Bronze Age (2300-1600 BC), there were already cities in Cyprus that were actively involved in trade.

For a long time, Cyprus was ruled by the Persian Empire, and then by Ancient Rome. In 58 BC. Cyprus became a province of Ancient Rome. The Romans ruled Cyprus for almost 400 years. After the collapse of Ancient Rome, the island of Cyprus in 395 AD. was incorporated into the Byzantine Empire.

From 1489 to 1571, Cyprus was ruled by the Venetian Republic, and then from 1571 to 1878 by the Ottoman Empire.

In 1878, Cyprus came under British control. Only in 1959 Cyprus gained independence from the British.

In 1974, the Turkish armed forces landed in Cyprus and occupied about 40% of the island's territory. Now in the north of the island is the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, which is not recognized by the world community, and on the other part of the island is the Republic of Cyprus.

In 2004, the Republic of Cyprus became a member of the European Union.

Culture

Cypriots are very proud of their cultural heritage, which is already about 9 thousand years old. The tradition and culture of the people of Cyprus is best reflected in the festivals and folk rituals.

Many folk festivals and traditions (such as the Carnival and the Flood Festival) have their roots in antiquity. Carnival is celebrated by Cypriots 50 days before Easter. The largest events of the Carnival take place in Larnaca, culminating in a procession of people to the sea, where they water each other with water. The meaning of this tradition has been lost for centuries. It is possible that the Greeks once celebrated the birth of the sea Aphrodite from the foam.

The most important religious holiday in the Republic of Cyprus is Easter. As we have already said, Cypriots begin to celebrate Easter already 50 days before its start.

Every spring, in May, Cypriots celebrate Anthestiria, a flower festival. Its traditions date back to ancient Greece. Traditionally, Anthestiria is celebrated at the end of May.

Every September, Limassol hosts the Wine Festival in honor of the vine revered by the Cypriots. Without a doubt, 10 days of this holiday would be welcomed by Dionysus himself.

Kitchen

The cuisine of the Republic of Cyprus strongly resembles Greek (in Northern Cyprus, the cuisine has Turkish roots), but it was very strongly influenced by Venetian (Italian), French, Turkish, Middle Eastern (Arab) culinary traditions. Traditional products - fish and seafood, meat, cheese (halloumi), vegetables, spices.

Be sure to try the following dishes in Cyprus:

Suvlaki - grilled pork or poultry;
- moussaka - minced meat baked with vegetables;
- stifado - beef baked with onions;
- tavva - minced meat wrapped in grape leaves;
- kleftiko - lamb baked with potatoes.

Cyprus is renowned for its centuries-old winemaking traditions. The most famous local wine is Commandaria, which belongs to the Cahors.

sights

A large number of historical and archaeological monuments of Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome and the Middle Ages have been preserved in the Republic of Cyprus. Some of them are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. In addition, nine churches of Cyprus are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Several hundred monuments of archeology and history are located on the territory of Northern Cyprus, where the Turkish administration operates. The top ten attractions of the Republic of Cyprus, in our opinion, include the following:

Cities and resorts

The largest cities in the Republic of Cyprus are Famagusta, Larnaca, Paphos, Limassol, and, of course, Nicosia.

There are several excellent beach resorts in the Republic of Cyprus. The most popular of them are Ayia Napa, Paphos, Larnaca, Protaras and Limassol. The swimming season in Cyprus starts in April and lasts until November.

Most of the beaches in Cyprus are wide, sandy; next to the beaches there are numerous fish restaurants, taverns, bars, shops. The beaches have good conditions for water sports.

Do not forget, while vacationing in Cyprus, visit the following 10 best local beaches:

Coral Bay in Paphos
Aphrodite Beach near Limassol
Ladies "Mile near Limassol
Phinikoudes Beach in Larnaca
Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa
Curium Beach near Limassol
Macronissus Beach in Ayia Napa
Fig Tree Bay in Protaras
Alagadi Beach near Kyrenia
Kervansaray Beach in Kyrenia

Due to the natural conditions in the Republic of Cyprus there are good opportunities for skiing. Thus, the Troodos ski resort welcomes ski lovers from mid-December to the end of March. Agree, it is tempting to ride Mount Olympus, on which, according to ancient Greek myths, the gods live.

Souvenirs / shopping

Tourists from the Republic of Cyprus bring folk art, ceramics (including amphorae), statuettes of Aphrodite, cheese, orange marmalade, honey, Cypriot wine, ouzo.

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It is believed that Cyprus has the healthiest climate for humans: sunny, warm, mixing both salty sea and refreshing mountain air. This is due to the successful location of the island of Cyprus on the world map. That is why the largest number of centenarians is here. And that is why this island is worth visiting during your vacation, in order not only to have a good rest on the sandy coast next to the azure sea, but also to improve your health. Besides the wonderful climate, Cyprus has an interesting and changeable history.

History of an independent state.

Although the island of Cyprus belongs to the Asian part of the globe, its history and culture is more connected with Europe, namely with Greece. Of course, it is the ancient culture that can be seen with the naked eye, one has only to be on the territory of the island state. There is even a legend that it was on the shores of Cyprus that the Greek goddess of love and beauty Aphrodite was born, which foreshadowed a happy life for the island. But in reality, everything is much more complicated and contradictory than in the legend. In fact, throughout its life, Cyprus has undergone many state changes and armed coups.

Cyprus was not always Greek. The dainty island, the pearl of the Mediterranean, as it is called, managed to visit as part of Byzantium, Venice, and was also part of the Ottoman Empire. From 1879 to 1959, Cyprus was an English colony. This has undoubtedly influenced the modern life of Cyprus, for example, the left-hand traffic, which is customary for the British, has been preserved, most of the inhabitants speak English.

In 1959, negotiations were held between Turkey, Greece and Great Britain, as a result of which Cyprus was declared an independent state, which it still is. The main population: Greeks and Turks had to live in peace, the government had to be elected from 2 national communities to satisfy the interests of each. However, in 1983, Turkish northern Cyprus separated from the main part of the island. And now there are 2 states on the island, the Southern Republic of Cyprus and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. However, the latter is recognized only by Turkey and Abkhazia.

Visitors to the island live mainly in the recognized southern part of it. It is in the south of the island that many cultural monuments can be found, reminiscent of the glorious ancient culture in the history of the island of Cyprus.

Cyprus on the world map.

The island is located in the Mediterranean Sea. Turkey (in the north), Israel and Syria (in the east) and Egypt (in the south) are close to the island.

It is much easier to understand where Cyprus is located on the world map thanks to this interactive map (clickable):

Cyprus resorts and their features.

The island of Cyprus has the main resort administrative centers, where most of the tourists come to:

Nicosia

Nicosia is the capital of Cyprus. Moreover, it is divided by a buffer zone, and is the main city of both South and North Cyprus. Nicosia is one of the most ancient cities in the world, it dates back to the 7th century AD. The Cypriot capital is home to many historic buildings. Notable, for example, are the Cathedral of Hagia Sophia, the Cathedral of St. John, the Famagusta Gate and various museums where you can trace the history of the culture of Cyprus. And in the restaurants of Nicosia you can taste various dishes of the Balkan, Greek and Turkish cuisine. It is the mixture of national styles that is unique and remarkable in this ancient city.

Limassol

The name of the city of Limassol is translated as "middle city". It is located just between Larnaca and Paphos, where they are located. Therefore, it is convenient to get to it from any outskirts of the island. Limassol is the second largest city in Cyprus, therefore, it is also worth paying attention to. The center of Limassol is business, there are banks and offices, but closer to the coast, the tourist spirit catches up with the resort spirit: in Limassol there is a beautiful promenade with a white promenade and tall palm trees on the sides. Limassol is also a great city for shopping and fun, as there are many clubs, amusement parks, a zoo,. Also, the city has the largest seaport. And next to Limassol, it is worth visiting Kourion - an ancient city founded in the XII century BC. Tourists love this place not only for the opportunity to plunge into the atmosphere of antiquity, but also for the beautiful photographs that are obtained here.

Paphos is a city included in the UNESCO list. It is no coincidence that here in the city you can find a large number of ancient buildings. There is an archaeological park near the city, where historical relics are collected. And it was in the vicinity of Paphos that Aphrodite emerged from the foam of the water. Near the city and inside it, a number of attractions are dedicated to this particular goddess. Paphos now justifies its name by the presence of hotels and hotels that are quite expensive compared to other cities in Cyprus. The beaches in the city are mostly rocky, but you can also find sandy ones. However, any of them are marked with the blue European green flag. It is also pleasant to rest here: there are cultural programs, there are also funny clubs, bars near the embankment of the city, and in the daytime this embankment is a very picturesque place where you can see the port.

Larnaca itself, like any other popular resort town in Cyprus, is an excellent place to relax, where you can find cultural attractions, as well as just enjoy the pleasant climate, lying on the white sand of the coast next to the shallow sea. It is these latter factors that make Larnaca a favorite place to visit for parents with children. Near Larnaca there is a large ancient monastery of Stavrovouni. Also, it is interesting to visit the Salt Lake located in the vicinity. Young people adore Ayia Napa, a city located in the Larnaca district. Ayia Napa is famous for its vibrant nightlife. Also, there is a beautiful Nissi beach, famous for its white sand and gentle sea.

Each of the listed urban centers has a number of cultural places in its surroundings, therefore, in order to cover each attraction, it is best to rent a car in Cyprus and travel around the island on your own, or buy bus tours, visiting attractions with other interested persons, as well as with a guide.

Every corner of Cyprus is worth visiting. It is also pleasant for adults with children to relax here, who are interested in visiting historical and cultural places, to relax in a warm climate next to the azure sea, and young people will also like clubs, bars, excursions to vineyards where national wine is made. Everyone will find a place here to be happy!

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But if a tourist goes on an independent journey, it will not be difficult to buy a ticket from one of the airlines that provide passenger transportation. Regular air traffic with Russia allows you to easily get to both the southern part and the TRNC.

An alternative option available to wealthy travelers is to go on vacation by sea. Ferries from Israel, Greece and Italy run to the resort. A separate part under Turkish jurisdiction can be reached by boat from Alanya. However, sea travel will cost more than air travel, and is associated with large losses of time.

You need to know before you travel

In the winter season, the average temperature is twelve degrees above zero. In the mountainous part this time of the year - up to plus four, vacationers will be glad to ski resorts in the Troodos mountains, where the thickness of the snow cover is up to one and a half meters. on the mountain slopes starts in November and ends in February.

In the summer months, hot temperatures of up to thirty-five degrees are noted, which is conducive to relaxing on the beach.

The total amount of precipitation for the year is relatively small, it rains only in the winter months (about seventy millimeters per month). In summer, cloudy days - no more than one or two per month.

The sea water temperature reaches plus twenty mark, acceptable for swimming, by mid-April, the season lasts until the end of October.

As you can see from the presented material, Cyprus is an island state in the Mediterranean. Despite the political division, all conditions for vacationers are created here. The hospitality of local residents, a mild climate, comfortable infrastructure, a large number of historical sights are factors that increase the attractiveness of the island among foreign tourists who come here annually to relax.