Cyprus is an island with a rich history and many mixed nationalities and customs. A person who comes to Cyprus will definitely find something to see, try, and be able to enjoy a vacation in this paradise.
Instructions
Step 1
Once in Cyprus, you can select a list of attractions to view every day. Start in the capital of the island. The city of Nicosia is both the capital and center of Turkish Northern Cyprus. All the main attractions of Nicosia are concentrated in the Old City, surrounded by walls with huge bastions. The uniqueness of these buildings is that they were erected by the Venetians, because the Old City of Cyprus has an Italian architectural style. Be sure to visit Laiki Getinia walking tour quarter, where you will see the city in its original form. The capital of Cyprus is hospitable, distinguished by the presence of a large number of museums, exhibitions, cozy cafes and shops.
Step 2
If you are interested in religion, then you will love the Orthodox churches and Islamic mosques of the island. In Larnaca, you will see an interesting mix of traditions from different churches, as the Hala Sultan Tekke Mosque and the Church of Saint Lazarus are adjacent here. The mosque was erected in honor of Khala Sultan, a relative of the Prophet Muhammad, and the Orthodox Church - in honor of the healing of the righteous man Lazarus by Christ.
Step 3
The Monastery of St. Nicholas in Limassol is famous for its main attraction - cats, which are well cared for here. According to legend, the cats were brought to the island by Saint Helena with the aim of the fluffy animals defeating the snakes. Salt Lake is located next to the monastery, where you will see beautiful flamingos.
Step 4
In Cyprus, you will find many historical buildings and architectural monuments, for example, the Gothic abbey of Bellapais, located in the north of Cyprus on the side of a mountain, or the Archbishop's Palace in Nicosia, which was the seat of the first president of the island. The Venetian Walls, Famagusta Gate, Kato Paphos Archaeological Zone - these are the places you will want to return to more than once.
Step 5
Lovers of history and romance will appreciate the place on the way from Limassol to Paphos, where according to legend, the goddess Aphrodite was born. Aphrodite, emerging from the foam of the sea, was born exactly off the coast of Cyprus, therefore the inhabitants of the island often call her Cypria. Hundreds of pilgrims go to this place, where the heart-shaped stone is located, every year, eager to find happiness in love.
Step 6
Of course, the main attraction of the sunny resort island of Cyprus will be its endless beaches, sanatoriums, resorts and hotels. Be sure to take a dip in the waters of the Mediterranean Sea, soak up the bright and gentle sun and stroll along the streets of the cities of Cyprus, which are filled with countless restaurants, cafes and souvenir shops.
