1. Mount Olympus
Address: Mount Olympos, Cyprus.
Mount Olympus is the famous mountain in Greece and the highest point in Cyprus, which has 52 peaks and many rocky walls. Olympus in Greek mythology knows as home of Gods. This is the first National Park in Greece since 1938 and is the place where richest flora can see. The local 23 plants are maintaining in the National Park. The climbing to Mount Olympus starts from Litochoro town.
2. Nissi Beach
Address: Αγία Νάπα, Nissi Ave 77, Ayia Napa 5340, Cyprus.
The pristine beach attracts visitors with its clear blue waters and long white sand stretches. Nissi is awarded the blue flag destination and a favourite spot for visitors in Cyprus. You can enjoy the activities like beach walking in morning, wind surfing, swimming, water skiing, volleyball courts, fine restaurants & resorts to make your days a memorable one over here.
3. Akamas Peninsula
Address: Akamas, Cyprus.
If you are looking for a thrilling hiking destination in Cyprus, Akamas Peninsula is the best choice. You can find number of rare species of birds and animals over here. Another attraction is Agios Andronikos, a mosque cum church, where you can learn the history of this Peninsula and other things you can enjoy here includes valleys, gorges, sandy beaches etc.
4. Kykkos Monastery
Address: F966, Cyprus.
This is a very famous monastery in Cyprus located on the west of Pedoulas, Cyprus. This is an 11th century monastery founded by Byzantine emperor Alexios I Komnenos. It is situated on a mountain top so once you reach here you can enjoy the panoramic views of the city. There is a museum where you can find the adorable collections of silver, gold, bronze, brass metals.
5. Amphitheatre diving site
Address: Eleftheriou Venizelou, Paphos, Cyprus Paphos CY, 8021, Cyprus.
If you are a water sports lover, this is a must visit attraction in Cyprus. This is a popular diving destination in Cyprus located at Coral Bay, Pafos. The diving site looks like an amphitheatre in shape, like that it got this name. The peculiarity of this site you can find amazing rock formations, holes, arches and chances to meet colourful marine life too.
6. Tombs of the Kings
Address: Tombs of the Kings Ave 63, Chloraka, Cyprus.
Since 1980, this historic site is in the list of UNSECO World Heritage list. This is a popular archaeological site in Cyprus where you can find underground tombs of Hellenistic and Roman periods and which are carved out of solid rocks. Most of the high officials were buried here, so the tombs are associated with them. Different styles of stone carvings are really worth to watch.
7. Cyprus Museum of Natural History
Address: Odysseos, Dali, Cyprus.
Here you can find the largest natural history exhibitions in Cyprus located on the outer part of Nicosia, Cyprus. This museum was founded by the Photos Photiades Charity, Scientific and Cultural Foundation. You can find the exhibitions of embalmed mammals, birds, fish, reptiles and insects, along with rocks, minerals, semi-precious stones, shells and fossils etc over here.
8. Commandaria
Address: 46301 Potomac Run Plaza, Sterling, VA 20164, United States.
Cyprus has one of the oldest wine productions in the World. The wines are made from here become famous for its incompatible taste and quality. The popular one you can taste from here is Commandaria. In ancient days, the wines that are made from here believed that of medicinal values. This is a part of history of Cyprus so don?t forget to taste and buy some sweet wines from here.
9. Agios Lazaros Church
Address: Πλατεία, Ayiou Lazarou, Larnaca, Cyprus.
This is a 9th century autocephalous Greek Orthodox Church in Larnaca, Cyprus. This church attracts visitors with its Byzantine architecture style. This church was built by Byzantine Emperor Leo VI and it had attractive bell towers and domes but was destroyed in Ottoman Rule. You can also find Byzantine Museum, with the collections of important religious icons, artefacts and relics.
10. Ayia Napa
Address: Ayia Napa, Cyprus.
If you are looking for a vibrant nightlife, this is the perfect spot for visitors. You can find number of live bars and night clubs over here. There are music shows, attractive events and food & drinks. During the day time you can visit Makronissos Beach, Nissi beach, Ayia Napa Monastery, Thalassa Museum etc.
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