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Pretty villages to explore and great food. Cyprus (officially the Republic of Cyprus) is the third biggest island in the Mediterranean sea, blessed with a mild climate and a rich natural heritage, that we can enjoy (of course without spoiling it) all year round, along with a plethora of outdoor activities and exciting things to do. Here is our Cyprus travel guide with a list of the 5 things you shouldn\u2019t miss<\/strong> in order to make the most of your holiday.
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The Akamas Peninsula \u2013 for nature lovers<\/h3>\n

A lovely area close to Paphos and excellent for swimming, cycling and walking. Explore the Akamas peninsula<\/a>, perhaps on a mountain bike: this is the last coastal area in southern Cyprus to remain untouched by development, with many trails to explore such as the popular Aphrodite and Adonis Trails.<\/p>\n

Neo Chorio and Peristerona \u2013 typical villages<\/h3>\n

A real taste of genuine Greece (although Cyprus is an indipendent country!) with old houses in traditional stone and old ladies still sitting on their door step weaving in the traditional way. Don\u2019t miss a trip at Peristerona gorge, with its spectacular views and great for scrambling; the village also treasures the Evretou dam \u2013 the largest rock-fill dam in Cyprus.<\/p>\n

Wineries \u2013 \u201ctaste\u201d the pride of the Mediterranean<\/h3>\n

Vasilikon winery at Kathikas, Kolios winery at Statos Agios Fotios near Panagia, Vouni winery at Panagia, Ezousa winery in Kannaviou, Tsangarides winery in Lemona\u2026 The history of winemaking in Cyprus is very old, one of the oldest in the world, and today the Cypriot wine industry ranks 37th in the world in terms of total production quantity.<\/p>\n

Beaches \u2013 high value tourist assets of Cyprus<\/h3>\n

Visit the lovely beaches and enjoy swimming and diving in the crystal clear turquoise blue waters of the island \u2013 more than 50 have been awarded the Blue Flag eco-label. Nissi beach is one of the most popular, while Lara beach is generally less crowded but wonderful. Golden (Protaras and Ayia Napa), or dark sand (Larnaca beach), pebble or rocky, natural or improved, well organized and dotted with luxury hotels (Limassol) or completely isolated (Lara coast,) Cyprus offers beaches to suit every taste<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Fly to Nicosia<\/a> \u2013 the beating heart of the Island<\/h3>\n

Nicosia, the Capital City of Cyprus, is home to the Cyprus Museum, the island\u2019s top archaeological collection, and among the best in the Middle East, which hosts Bronze Age artifacts as well as several items belonging to every era from Stone Age to Byzantine is represented. Admission: \u20ac3.40. Narrow streets and old houses with ornate balconies, and craftsmen in small workshops unchanged for centuries, blend with all the modern facilities you would expect from a Capital city \u2013 excellent hotels, restaurants, nightclubs.\u00a0There are plenty of things to see and do in\u00a0Nicosia<\/a>: a day here\u00a0will be a day well spent.<\/p>\n

And a holiday in Cyprus is what you need to be adding to your life another sensational experience!<\/p>\n

Photo by Isbardel<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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