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Ammochostos - Culture |
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The golden sandy beaches of
the Ammochostos district gently embrace the eastern corner of the island.
The popular holiday resorts of Agia Napa and Paralimni have been called a
veritable paradise for anyone who loves the sea and water sports. The
charming scenery includes the tiny fishing harbour at the heart of the
village and the windmills and small churches in the surrounding villages,
which spread out to the area of Paralimni and Protaras. Agia Napa, once a small
fishing village, is as lively a resort as any in the Mediterranean. But
historic sites such as a 16th-century Venetian monastery lend character to
a town that's best known for its colourful shops, tavernas and discos.
Another focal point is the crescent harbour, crowded with bright fishing
boats. The day's catch is tonight’s dinner at the popular restaurants
nearby. Once a small fishing village boasts a superb Venetian decorated
monastery with central octagonal fountain. It lends character and
substance to a village that's better known to holidaymakers for its
colourful shops, tavernas, discos and bars. A small Marine Life Museum
presents exhibits of past and present marine fauna. The focal point of the
resort is the small harbour, where the tavernas specialise in fresh fish
harvested by the colourful fishing vessels. Life in this south-eastern corner of Cyprus revolves around the sea, with water sports of all kinds readily available - from scuba diving to water-skiing to paragliding. Explore the rugged coast
toward Cape Greko, with its string of calm sandy coves, and stay for the
indescribably beautiful sunset. Or head north, toward the basket-making
community of Liopetri, stopping at Sotira to take in the pretty village
churches that date to the 15th and 16th centuries. East to Protaras, more glorious beaches spread out under the sun, while just inland the whitewashed town of Paralimni boasts open-air tavernas known for their succulent grilled fish. Only a few miles from the most contemporary of resort scenes, you'll feel eons away. |
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