Which city to choose for a holiday in Cyprus. Comparative description of the most famous resorts in Cyprus

I am often asked which city to choose for a holiday in Cyprus? I'll tell you the basics of choice.

Larnaca- the airport where most flights arrive often offers the most cheap vacation, good small beaches right in the city, but in itself it is of practically no interest - there are at least a few sights. But there are many shops, again a minute walk from the beach, a lot of restaurants and bars. The nightlife in the city is pleasant and rich. The city is convenient for families with small children (500 meters from the coast it will be shallow - even a child is waist-deep, and you are knee-deep), for shopping, for evening gatherings in bars, as well as the proximity of the airport (7 km from the center, 12 euros for Taxi). Larnaca is also convenient for traveling around the island, as it geographically occupies a central position.

Pathos- a special place. And the proximity of the second airport, and the mass of attractions, both man-made and natural, a zoo, a water park - all this makes the city universal and, probably, the most interesting for inquisitive tourists aimed at outdoor activities. You won't be bored! But there are not so many good beaches in the city - you will have to look for sand. By the way, Paphos is the future cultural capital Europe in 2017.

Close to Paphos is lachi(Latchi), a holiday in which nature lovers will remember (in the immediate vicinity of the peninsula-reserve Akamas). The area is valued for its good beaches, boat trips and good fish food. Quiet place for family holidays, and the beach " Blue Lagoon"- this is a fairy tale! You can go to the water park and the zoo in Paphos.

Ayia Napa- a synonym for the word "party". Night clubs, bars, restaurants, discos, shopping, amusement park and water park - everything is great fun! Beautiful and cozy beaches complete the sunny picture. City of good mood and fun! Nearby there are beautiful natural landscapes And old walled city Famagusta in the northern part of the island is for those who do not want to be completely without interesting historical sights, most of which are still located on the far end of the island from Ayia Napa. For those who prefer cognitive rest beach, it is recommended to choose other cities.

Protaras, Paralimni- created for quiet rest with children or quiet gatherings in quiet bars. Apart from the beaches, there is nothing interesting, but for those who want "life" - Ayia Napa and everything with all its advantages are very close to them!

Limassol is the business capital of Cyprus. Shopping. Few historical sights. Not bad, and sometimes chic hotels, but not the most beautiful beaches and an indispensable view of cargo ships standing on the roads at the port. A long bike path along the embankment - this is the only advantage of the city. Although, no, there is one more advantage - the proximity to the geographical center of the coast of the island, to the Troodos mountains, makes Limassol a very convenient starting point for road trips around Cyprus.

Northern Cyprus I will single out an independent region. Gorgeous nature, numerous quiet and deserted beaches, a lot of historical monuments, low cost of renting housing - all this puts a weighty argument in favor of this part of the island for all tourists - both beach-type and sightseeing.

The only thing that is hard to find in the North is the nightlife. Not impossible, but difficult, so if you want to hang out, I advise you to come with a big company and independently organize beach parties on the beach!

True, it may be objected to me that northern Cyprus is one of the most vicious places in Europe, saturated with legal brothels and casinos, but this is not quite what I meant by the nightlife of a pious tourist;)

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When choosing Cypriot resort towns for recreation, we are guided by such factors as the time of rest, the number of vacationers, weather, infrastructure, entertainment for adults and children, transport, beach coverage, entry into the water, and the environment. If you focus on the beginning-end of the season from April to November, then it is better to choose the northeastern part of the coast: in April the air and sea are already warmer there, and this heat lasts until November.

Therefore, in order to study the most popular resorts Cyprus, their description and comparison, so we will move along the coastline from the northeast to the southwest, starting with the Turkish Famagusta. Let's stop at the most important holiday centers to explore their coastline and surroundings, opportunities for entertainment and educational tourism. So let's get started!

The first point - Famagusta - a port city, the famous ghostly resort town. It belongs to the Republic of Turkey, getting here is somewhat more difficult than in the rest of the independent part of the island. Therefore, there are fewer vacationers here than in more "promoted" places, and the rest, respectively, is calmer and more pleasant.

Both the ancient and today's life of Famagusta is quite interesting, there is something to see. You can get from Nicosia by Itimat buses. The interval of movement is 30 minutes, the travel time is 60. Back in the middle of the last century, this ancient area, which the Turks call Magusa, occupied the top lines of the list of "the best resorts in the world." But Turkish invasion and the annexation of territories in the early 70s seriously reduced the popularity of the town, although neither the seashore, nor the velvety sand, nor the gentle sea became worse from this.

You can book a hotel in Magus, they are near the coastline or in the center. Suitable for shopping famous street Salamis Road, on it and in the vicinity you will find bars and restaurants. The cuisine is predominantly Turkish.

Not inferior to Famagusta, and even surpasses it in popularity, the town of Kyrenia, located in the north of the island. It is rightfully categorized as "the best resorts in Cyprus". Get to this tourist capital Northern Cyprus You can use public transport from Famagusta and Nicosia.

Kyrenia will please not only clean sandy beaches with the clear azure of the sea, but also the proximity to various and interesting sights. Hotels ranging from luxury to budget can be found near the water and in the center. It is recommended to move around the city on rented cars or bicycles.

Ayia Napa, Nissi Beach

Resorts of Protaras and Ayia Napa

Kokkinokoriya is a continuation to the south of the Cypriot resort region Famagusta - represented by the legendary towns of Protaras and Ayia Napa. This area is distinguished by blue flag sandy beaches, good tourist infrastructure, ample opportunities for active entertainment and excursions.

Most famous beach Protaras - "Date", aka Fig Tree bay. It is this place in Fig Tree Bay that is most visited by vacationers and most often captured in all sorts of photos. Here you can have a bite to eat, fortunately, there are a lot of restaurants around, and enjoy active water entertainment. Also among the popular and convenient beach areas of Protaras:

• Luma or Golden Coast,
• Flamingo, aka Sunrice beach,
• Green Bay is a paradise for vacationers and divers.

In general, Protaras offers measured rest with children, to which the local coast is very conducive, or family relaxation. Entertainment is also present. In addition to the "standard" beach and various excursions, you can visit the "dancing fountains" in Protaras or the aquarium on the outskirts of Pernera.

Pernera - developing resort area next to Protaras. Here - beautiful beaches, as well as beautifully clean sea and air. At the same time, the environment is perhaps the best in all ecologically reliable Cyprus. These places are most favorable for the improvement of children and self-relaxation.

The famous Ayia Napa - Cypriot "Ibiza" - is known for its nightclubs, youth parties, beautiful sandy and pebble beaches that smoothly reach Larnaca. A feature of the resort of Napa is the opportunity to actively have fun and relax in seclusion, here everyone will find a place to their liking.

This resort is especially popular, and therefore it is densely populated with vacationers. Beaches are available in the city and beyond. Especially known:

• Nissi,
• Grishn,
• Golden (Lanta Beach),
• Makronissos,
• Sandy Bay and many others.

All beach areas- municipal, only services are paid. Everywhere is clean good infrastructure And transport connection, entertainment for children and adults, including the most large water park islands. In some places, the coast is not particularly suitable for swimming with children due to the rocky entrance or bottom.

Larnaca and Limassol

Larnaca is considered the cheapest of all resorts in Cyprus. This - " air gate» sunny island. Arriving here, you can no longer move on in search of the best places(although they are in Cyprus!), and stay in a hotel on the beach line and enjoy all the delights of a relaxing holiday.

Here you can stroll along the Finikoudes promenade, sunbathe on the clean city beach of Mackenzie or Finikoudes, sit in local restaurant enjoying the seafood. Thanks to the calm that this place exudes, Larnaca is preferred by older holidaymakers or families with children. But even young couples will find here places for solitude and enjoyment of relaxation.

The coast is pebbly or with gray-yellow sand. The seabed is gently sloping everywhere, albeit sandy. Like everywhere, good tourism infrastructure convenient for sightseeing trips.

The distance from Larnaca to Limassol is 70 km. Limassol is the "Russian capital" of Cyprus. So this place is definitely not suitable for those who would like to take a break from their compatriots.

However, Limassol is considered universal resort. Both young and old, those who love peace and quiet, or who want to improve the health of restless children at the sea, will be able to have an equally pleasant time here. In that major city there are conditions for any type of recreation you choose:

• sea ​​bathing and beach relaxation: Dark gray volcanic sand containing flint has a particularly positive effect on the skin and overall health.
• sightseeing tours: Limassol is an equidistant point to all island attractions.
• entertainment with children: an amusement park with the only zoo in Cyprus and the three nearest water parks with an amusement park will help with this.
• participation in numerous festivals: here they are held from February to October.
• parties in clubs and restaurants: those who are thirsty are offered the widest choice of nightclubs, discos and bars.

Limassol - the second largest city on the island - a place for those who prefer spa vacation close to the achievements of urban civilization.

Paphos and Pissouri

Some people think that the most beautiful resort places Cyprus is Pissouri and Paphos. The charming town of Pissouri is 30 km away from Limassol to the west. The whole area in this area is covered with fragrant greenery and historical sights. The beaches are sandy and pebbly. Pissouri is the epitome of peace and tranquility, so it will suit those who are looking for relaxing holiday and privacy. But the children and active tourists will also be able to have a good rest here, enjoying a comfortable coastline, fish fairs and the nearby picturesque National Park.

The next point of the coast - former capital island city of Paphos. Now it is famous, expensive and prestigious resort. People fly to Paphos airport to rest from Britain, Italy, Germany. Those of our compatriots who love sophistication and peace, the opportunity to be on their own, also have a rest.

The coastline of Paphos is rocky and pebbly. The well-known sandy beach of Coral Bay is 5 km from the city center. And although the sand on it is bulk, but the calm sea, shallow water, pure water and excellent infrastructure are ideal for family and not only recreation.

Paphos is the center of historical and places of interest, and therefore lovers of antiquity and excursions are simply expanse here. This place is also suitable for:

• fans of thalassotherapy and spa: expensive hotels offer chic thalasso and spa centers.
• children's recreation and romantic couples: there are well-equipped and wild secluded beaches. There is also an aquarium and a water park.
• active tourists and supporters of ecotourism: in June, a fun carnival "Kataklysmos" is held here, and the annual festival of Aphrodite is also organized.

Lara beach on the coast National Reserve disposes not only to water procedures, but also to observe the unique green turtles that live here. You can watch birds in the Bird Park or just have fun and relax in one of the best water parks - the Aphrodite complex. Please note that, considering the island of Cyprus and its wonderful resorts as an option for recreation or vacation, you can relax in Paphos almost all year round.

In this area, mountains come close to the sea, and a kind of microclimate is formed. In the heat, the sea breeze is very refreshing, and in winter it is not too cold: the temperature remains at around +7 - +14 degrees.

Comparative table

To help you decide which Cyprus resort to choose for your vacation, we have prepared a small table for comparison.

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Regions of Cyprus

Capital and business center islands. This is where it is located most of public institutions, foreign embassies and most universities. In Nicosia, the main issues related to the construction of real estate and investments are being resolved.

A well-represented Russian community, second in number only to the British. There are Russian schools here, there is an Intercollege complex, at the end of which you can transfer to some American, British and Swiss universities. Here is the highest level and most great cost housing.

IN ancient times was the capital of the island. Many surviving historical monuments attract tourists from all over the world. The resort is famous for its upscale hotels. Here is the largest English-speaking diaspora and many Russians. The best golf courses in Cyprus are located in the vicinity of Paphos.

The third largest city on the island, founded over 30 centuries ago! It is here that the main Cypriot international airport is located. The main attraction is the church built over the tomb of St. Lazarus, resurrected by Christ.

At an altitude of 750 meters is located ancient monastery Stavrovouni. It contains the remains of the sacred cross, the crucifixion of Christ, brought by St. Helena. In the village of Kiti outside the city is one of the most famous churches in the Christian world - Panagia Angeloktista. Umm Haram, a deeply revered companion of the Prophet Muhammad, is buried near the Salt Lake.

The resort is famous for its beautiful sandy beaches, numerous clubs, bars and discos. Ayia Napa is famous for its water park with a wide variety of pools, including a 70-meter pool named "Allontis", various water attractions and sports fields. Nearby is located interesting Park Dinosaurs.

Cyprus- third largest tourist island in the Mediterranean. The resorts of Cyprus are visited annually by thousands of tourists, and most of the beaches are awarded blue flag European Union for purity. Today we will tell you about the seven best resorts in Cyprus, which will provide you with an unforgettable vacation.

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Limassol, spread over south coast island of Cyprus, is the second largest city in the country. The city was one of the administrative and economic centers of the island in ancient times. At certain stages of history, he even performed the functions of the capital. The history of Limassol goes back to ancient times of the heyday of ancient Hellenic culture. Subsequently on Greek culture new civilizational layers introduced by the conquerors were superimposed. Evidence of all this cultural diversity is the architecture of Limassol. Here you can see medieval knight's castles, buildings in the Italian style, Turkish fortresses and mosques. The main attraction of the city, of course, is the Church of Ayia Napa, built in the Middle Ages, and still retaining its original grandeur.

Limassol is the most cheerful and cheerful city in Cyprus. All year round on its streets you can observe multilingual crowds of careless tourists. Indeed, there is everything for have a great holiday – magnificent nature, clean sea, wide beaches and excellent hotels. Together with a high level of service, this contributes to the increasing popularity of the resort among foreign tourists. Limassol is also known as a venue for various festive festivals. The most enchanting of them is the festival in honor of Dionysus, the god of winemaking.

Larnaca

Larnaca is the third most important city in Cyprus and one of the main resort areas of the country. The history of the city dates back to ancient times. Presumably Larnaca arose on the site of the Phoenician settlement of Kition. The city acquired its current name in 1600. During its history, these places have repeatedly passed under the rule of various conquerors. Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Venetians, Turks, English - they all left their mark on unique look cities. Larnaca and its surroundings are simply a paradise for lovers of history and architecture. Here you can see the magnificent church of Panagia Angeloktisti, which, according to legend, was built by angels descended from heaven; the Turkish mosque Hale Sultan Tekke, which was built on the site of a meteorite fall; Church of St. Lazarus with its unique wooden iconostasis and much more. The outskirts of the city abound with monuments of ancient times.

A favorite place for tourists to walk is beautiful embankment lined with palm trees. Here, sitting in one of the restaurants, you can spend hours watching the beautiful serene seascapes. To the east of the city is a large tourist complex with many hotels, restaurants and magnificent, world-famous sandy beaches.

Pathos

By popularity among tourists visiting Cyprus, resort town Paphos, of course, occupies a leading position. The peak of the greatness of the city fell on ancient times, when it served as the capital of the island of Cyprus. Thanks to its rich and ancient history, Paphos is replete with monuments of history and architecture. The city is listed historical heritage UNESCO.

Most of tourist complexes and entertainment venues is located in the area of ​​Kato Paphos (Lower Paphos). The outskirts of the city are occupied by grape and banana plantations. Another specific feature of the region is the presence of two types of beaches here - sandy and rocky, which allows satisfying the needs of all lovers of sunbathing. In general, Paphos is ideal for those who like to combine educational rest and a high level of service.

Ayia Napa

Translated from Greek name city ​​means "Sacred Forest". This is due to a legend that says that in the local forests, local fishermen found an icon of the Mother of God in one of the caves. This was considered a good sign and people founded a settlement here. Over time, the small settlement grew and turned into a modern resort town with unique architecture and friendly hospitable people. Indeed, the beauty of Ayia Napa is simply breathtaking. beautiful beaches, crystal clear sea, rocky cliffs and dense forests will delight any traveler who is lucky enough to get to these god-blessed lands. Ayia Napa has a developed industry water activities. Tours to nearby mountains and forests are organized for lovers of excursions and hikes. And connoisseurs of comfort can stay in one of the luxurious hotels located here or even rent a separate bungalow in a cottage town.

Protaras

Protaras is one of the youngest resorts in the country. The rapid development of the resort took place in the 80s of the twentieth century. Since then, Protaras has been associated with the quiet family vacation in the bosom of beautiful nature. The city is located in the southeastern part of the island of Cyprus, on a coast lined with rocky bays and magnificent sandy beaches. by the most famous beach region is the Fig Tree, which takes its name from the fig trees that border it. Due to the gentle entrance to the sea, local beaches are ideal for safe swimming with young children. Not far from the coast there is a small picturesque island where excursions are held. All city beaches are well equipped and kept in perfect condition.

Ski resort Troodos

Based on nature reserve, ski resort Troodos is about two hours drive from Nicosia. Despite its young age (only about thirty years old), Troodos is well equipped ski complex where both amateurs and professionals can train. This resort regularly becomes the venue for prestigious international competitions in skiing and snowboarding. Troodos has five ski slopes varying degrees of complexity. You can get to them with the help of four special drag lifts. The resort has sports equipment rentals, as well as training courses for beginners.

Famagusta

In past most best resort Cyprus, today is located on the territory of the unrecognized Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Despite the tragic events of the recent past, Famagusta still attracts many tourists from all over the world. This is facilitated by lower prices compared to resorts. Greek Cyprus prices. The city can offer its guests beautiful nature and a huge amount of architectural masterpieces. Among them, one can note the magnificent Church of St. Nicholas, the Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque, the ruins of the Church of St. George, the Venetian Palace, the Othello Tower, etc. Those who want to frolic on sea ​​spaces can go to the coast, where they have excellent white sandy beaches, ATVs, catamarans and boat trips on yachts.

The island of Cyprus is famous not only for its stunning nature, but also for the beauty of its cities. Most cities in Cyprus have many historically significant museums and parks.

Nicosia - the capital of Cyprus

Nicosia is located between two mountain ranges. It is located in the center of the island and has no access to the sea and this is different from the rest major cities Cyprus. The main political and administrative forces of the country were concentrated here. The city is divided into new and old. The old section contains various architectural styles which gives it a special charm.

Feel the influence of French, Turkish and Italian medieval styles.
It is noteworthy that here, along with Catholic churches You can also see Turkish mosques. Built in the 13th century, it is striking in its splendor, but the Arab Ahmed Pasha Mosque, which dates back to the 17th century, looks no less colorful. Located in Nicosia byzantine museum, which contains icons of Cypriot artists. You should also visit the local Archaeological Museum, which presents many of the island's antiquities.

Resort towns in Cyprus

One of the most attractive for tourists is small town Pathos. And this is not surprising. This stunningly beautiful city is included in the UNESCO list. Its inhabitants honor traditions, and there are so many attractions on the territory that it is hard to believe that they are located in such a modest area. Even the names of streets and avenues are covered with fleur national traditions and history, which is worth at least Poseidon Avenue.

Not far from the city, in a small village, the ruins of the sanctuary of Aphrodite were found. It is also believed that she came from sea ​​waves near Paphos. There are special zones for tourists here. From one beach to another can be reached by public transport. Also from two points of the city by taxi you can get to Nicosia and is one of the largest cities in Cyprus and concurrently its economic and financial center. Here good beaches with gray sand, and in some places - pebble. A good addition to the rest will be walking along ancient castles, visiting churches and cathedrals, as well as participating in local festivals. This city hardly sleeps. What can not be said about the third largest city in Cyprus - Larnaca. On the contrary, he is quiet and unhurried. Its undoubted advantage is the presence international airport(most planes from Russia land here). Some buildings have been preserved here since antiquity. A very beautiful port in the Muslim style, built by the Turks in the 17th century.

Among the most comfortable resort towns Cyprus should also include Ayia Napa. Everything for fun is here active rest. diving, surfing. In addition, the city is very stormy night life. Clubs and discos in Ayia Napa attract young people from all over the world.

Hospitable people, mild climate - that's what the cities of Cyprus are known for. Their list is small, but in each one you can spend an unforgettable vacation.