CYPRUS
INTRODUCTION
With warm sun, sparkling sea, welcoming people and wonderful scenery. Cyprus offers visitors a superb holiday destination packed with unforgettable experiences, extraordinary sights and exquisite Mediterranean cuisine, plus a generous dose of romantic ancient legends to spice up those days by sea.
Cyprus knows as the jewel of the Mediterranean and legendary birthplace of Aphrodite, the ancient goddess of love and beauty, certainly lives up to the exacting standards of its divine patroness. Cyprus is attracting visitors from across the world.
HISTORY
The history of Cyprus is closely linked with the history of our civilization. The island has played a prominent role in ancient times. There had to leave their traces ancient Greeks and Romans, and other known from school history lessons nations.
The first traces of civilization in Cyprus are more than 9,000-year-old. An important stage in the history of Cyprus is Greek colonists settling on the island in the XII-XI centuries BC (about 3000 years ago). The influence of this period is largely determined today's appearance of the island. Greek language, art, religion and traditions have been brought during this period. In ancient times, Cyprus was famous for its copper deposit and forests (it is assumed that the island name comes from the metal cuprum name. That's what makes him the object of aspirations powerful states of the Mediterranean. Assyrians, Egyptians, Persians conquered the island and in turn owned it. In the 333-m BC it won (or released) Alexander the Great. Britain has long an influence on life in Cyprus.
CLIMATE
Cyprus has an intense Mediterranean climate, with a typically strongly marked seasonal rhythm. Hot, dry summers (June to September) and rainy winters (November to March) are separated by short autumn and spring seasons (October and April to May, respectively) of rapid change. Autumn and winter precipitation, on which agriculture and water supply depend, is variable. Average annual precipitation is about 20 inches (500 mm). The lowest average precipitation of 14 inches (350 mm) occurs at Nicosia, and the highest, 41 inches (1,050 mm), is on Mount Olympus. Summer temperatures in Nicosia range between an average daily maximum of 98 °F (37 °C) and an average daily minimum of 70 °F (21 °C); in winter the range is between 59 °F (15 °C) and 41 °F (5 °C). From December to March the Troodos range experiences several weeks of below-freezing night temperatures, and snowfall is considerable.
HIGHLIGHTS
Cyprus is the land where Aphrodite appeared from the sea foam, and the one-eyed Cyclops lived. An island surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea, playing with all shades of emerald! A place of power and ancient monasteries, hidden in the riot of mountain greenery on the peaks of Mount Olympus. This is an island that has its own Ibiza with bright parties and plenty of entertainment. Attractions on the ancient island simply cannot be counted!
Sun Valley ski area
TROODOS MOUNTAINS
One of the highest falls in Cyprus, at 12m in height. It’s located in Platres village.
CALEDONIA WATERFALL
Packed with museums and churches, as well as trendy bars and restaurants.
NICOSIA (LEFKOSIA)
• Much more affordable city to visit in Cyprus. • Plenty to do in this coastal city.
LARNACA
• It’s built along Episkopi bay • Its position overlooking the beautiful Mediterranean Sea makes for fantastic photographs.
KOURION AMPHITHEATER
One of the most popular destinations in Cyprus for tourists and locals.
FIG TREE BAY
• It’s a large horse-shoe-shaped cove. • Has been awarded Blue Flag status for its sparkly turquoise waters
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CORAL BAY
AKAMAS NATIONAL PARK AND BLUE LAGOON
•Swimming in the baths is supposed to preserve a woman’s beauty and strengthen a man.
ADONIS BATHS
•The epitome of a traditional Cypriot village. •Cobbled streets, sandstone buildings, a busy central square, and stunning views over the mountains •located in the heart of the wine-growing region of Cyprus •Visit the impressive Timios Stavros Monastery, the oldest and most historic monasteries on the island.
OMODOS
CYPRIOT WINERIES AND VINEYARDS
•Famous for its turtle hatchery. The eggs are laid around June or July and volunteers relocate the eggs to the hatcheries to protect them from predators
