Beach Holiday

Cyprus is rightfully considered the “Island of the Sun”. A long coastline with natural bays is an ideal place for a year-round beach holiday. The beaches here are sandy and pebbly. The coastal line belongs to the municipality, so the entrance to it is absolutely free. But, if you visit the beach located in front of the hotel, then you will have to pay a fee for a sunbed and an umbrella. See toppharmacyschools for geography, climate and cuisine in Cyprus.

The cleanliness of the territory is controlled by the attendants, sellers of soft drinks constantly run between the sunbeds.

The best beaches in Cyprus a:

• Nissi, Golden Sands and Sand Bay in Ayia Napa
• Flamingo Beach and Fig Tree Bay in Protaras
• Finikoudes and Mackenzie in Larnaca
• Ladies Mile, Latchi (Limassol)
• Curium – located in the western part of the island
• Evdimou – pebble, located in Paphos
• Lara Bay – suitable for secluded relaxation

Leisure

Water activities:

• Diving. In the resorts of Cyprus, international diving centers are open. In them you can take all the necessary equipment, as well as take a five-day training course with an international certificate. For underwater study, both the underwater flora and fauna and the ships sunken off the coast of Larnaca are interesting.
• Snorkeling. With the help of a mask, snorkel and fins, you will explore the many reefs and underwater caves of Ayia Napa.
• Water bicycle. It can be rented on any Cypriot beach.
• Here you can ride a double canoe around the island, or dive in a submarine to the very bottom to explore the local flora and fauna, as well as pirate caves and sea grottoes.
• Paragliding – you will fly by on a parachute, which is pulled by a motor boat.
• Scooter – for tourists over 18 years old.
• Water skiing – you can take a course with a local instructor. Skiing is best in the early morning when the sea is calm.
• Windsurfing (age from 12 years).
• Fishing. In Cyprus, 25 reservoirs have been created, near which you can relax with a fishing rod in your hands. The most famous of them: Yermasogeia (10 minutes from Limassol), Dhypotamos (located between the cities of Limassol and Larnaca) and Asprogremmos (a large dam in Paphos). More than 260 species of fish live in the Mediterranean Sea.

Golf

There are three golf courses in Cyprus. And they are all in Paphos. They are allowed only professional players, or beginners who have undergone special training. Major golf clubs: Tsada Golf Club, Secret Valley and Aphrodite Hills.

Horse rides

Riding clubs are located in almost all corners of Cyprus. Here

you will be offered trips lasting from an hour to a whole day. Professional instructors work with beginners.

Jumping from a height

You can bungee jump on Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa. Flight altitude 60 meters.

Horse racing

For lovers of horse racing, a hippodrome is open in Nicosia. Races are held twice a week: in summer – on Wednesday and Saturday, in winter – on Wednesday and Sunday.

Auto racing

During the May holidays in the area of Limassol and Paphos, international auto racing is held. The length of the highway is 362 km and consists of 18 stages of the race.

A number of local rallies are also held here, among them the autumn races that start in Nicosia, the finish line is located in the Troodos mountains.

Cycling

For lovers of cycling in the resorts of Cyprus, clubs are open that provide all the necessary equipment for rent, here you can also purchase a map of the area.

Tennis

Each resort has a private tennis court, which can be used by anyone. The most famous is the tennis court in Nicosia.

Hiking

Hiking on the island can be practiced all year round. The most popular routes are in the Troodos mountains.

skiing

The popular ski resort is located in the valley between Mount Olympus and the Troodos chain of peaks. The best time for skiing is the period from February to March.

Cultural rest

Concerts, exhibitions, festivals, theater performances are often held here.

Sea cruises

Tourists are offered the opportunity to take a boat trip to Israel, Egypt, Lebanon or Syria with a tour of local attractions.

The main sea resorts: Protaras, Limassol, Fia Napa, Paphos, Larnaca.

Family holiday

Connoisseurs of a quiet family holiday should visit Protaras. Here you will find pristine nature, clear sea water and secluded coves.

Ayia Napa is a real center of entertainment. Here you will visit the Water Amusement Park, decorated in ancient Greece with temples and statues of the Olympian Gods. There is also a dolphinarium here. Europe’s largest water amusement park, Fasouri Watermania, is open in Limassol.

Night life

With the onset of darkness in Cyprus, numerous bars, nightclubs and discos open. They will appeal to lovers of noisy parties, and those who want to enjoy the romantic atmosphere.

Famous nightclubs are located in Ayia Napa, Larnaca, Limassol, Paphos and Nicosia.

Wellness

For tourists in Paphos and Limassol there are thalassotherapy centers. They practice such programs as: restoration of body tone, anti-stress procedures, removal of heaviness in the legs, weight control courses, anti-cellulite programs and a number of others. Such centers have been created mainly on the basis of local five-star hotels.

Important: pay attention to the level of prices for services. Similar procedures in different hotels can vary greatly in cost.

Tours

In Cyprus, they found a combination of modern achievements of civilization and wild pristine nature. Here, the remains of an ancient culture coexist with well-equipped sandy beaches and multi-star hotels.

Only in Cyprus you will see the ancient settlements of the Stone Age, Greek temples, Roman theaters and villas, Byzantine monasteries and temples, Crusader castles and Venetian fortresses, Turkish mosques and Gothic cathedrals.

Arriving in Cyprus, be sure to visit:

• Amathus (5km from Limassol) – the ancient city of Cyprus Here are the ruins of the baths and the sanctuary of Aphrodite.
• Kourion. Roman baths, houses of the rich, an ancient theater and the sanctuary of Apollo Khilatsky have been preserved here.
• Troodos Mountains – Ski Resort and Nature Reserve Cyprus Numerous churches and monasteries are open for tourists to visit in the mountains. Some of them are included in the UNESCO cultural heritage list.