Cyprus Journey Information | An Island Nation With Wealthy Cultural & Historical past
A tourist may feel guilty and remorseful even on their first visit to the island of Cyprus for being late before looking out at the blue beaches and golden sands and warm sunshine that all year round The island shines, delighted with its eyes the year, illuminates with its shining rays Temple of Aphrodite (the goddess of beauty and love in Greek mythology).
Cyprus, rural village, Troodos Mountains
This is a place that attracts lovers and those who want to have a honeymoon with a special taste. Away from the beaches and their charm, the tourist’s eyes catch wild meadows, eyes of water, deep valleys, olive groves, grapes and pines that line the streets with their paths and offer tourists the opportunity to go on foot or by bike in the fresh air.
The island’s night is no less exciting as it is a pleasure to stay up late as sleep does not know its way. In the squares and streets there are artistic groups dancing and singing until dawn. The cities, ports, monuments, temples, churches and mosques are testimonies that tell the visitor the story of an island where the Greek, Greek, Ottoman, Islamic and European civilizations mingle, all of which are merged into a melting pot called “Cyprus“.
Hala Sultan Tekke Mosque on the Salt Lake in Larnaca Cyprus
Cyprus is geographically closer to Asia, but is a European nation both historically and culturally. Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean after Sicily and Sardinia and is located in the eastern part of the sea, not far from the shores of the sea Syria, Lebanon, Palestine and Egypt. It has been famous for making copper since ancient times, hence the name referring to the Latin name of this metal. It gained independence from Great Britain in 1960 and declared its establishment as an independent state from Turkey in 1983.
The most important cities include “Nicosia”, the capital, the ports of “Limassol” and “Larnaca”and the range of“Troodos Mountains”. As a tourist, the island is one of the best travel destinations you can imagine. Despite its small area, it receives more than two million tourists every year.
Kato Drys Village in Cyprus southwest of Larnaca.
The residents receive you with warmth and hospitality. The tourist usually hears the sentence “Kalosirthate” or “Calories. ”(Ie welcome!). It is not surprising that an elderly person invites you to have coffee or play backgammon with them without prior knowledge, as they consider hospitality to be part of their culture and the guest rarely leaves a Cypriot home without offering them a meal, dessert or one Cup of coffee. During the tourist’s stay on this island, he finds help from everyone he meets and feels very comfortable moving from one place to another to discover the secrets of this island, full of myths and secrets, and being State says, “A person cannot love Cyprus unless he is heartless.
Aphrodite’s Rock Limassol Cyprus
Reasons that attract tourists to the island of Cyprus
1: Peace of Mind
A country or a city – can offer anything in terms of cultural attractions and sights, but none of them really matter. Unless visitors feel safe, each traveler will be different in comfort, but visiting Cyprus is generally quite safe. This peaceful island nation has a very high priority in terms of security. There are no real concerns about major attacks, and as far as local crime goes, the risk, other than the occasional pickpocket, is quite small. Fraud can occur during high season, but violent crimes are the least common.
Greko Cable National Park
2: water activities
Cyprus has a large number of sandy beaches as well as dark blue secluded beaches that can be discovered by walking long distances outside of the cities. The “Coral Bay” The beach north of Paphos is great for families looking for safe areas to swim and enjoy many water sports and family activities, from diving, water skiing, and windsurfing to fishing.
Lara Beach
Those looking for a more secluded beach for a romantic getaway can head out Lara Beachthat is not overcrowded with tourists, with the possibility of following the wildlife of the turtles through excursions organized by environmental groups, as well as the possibility of practicing all imaginable sports. In general, it’s not hot enough to swim between January and March.
3: Warmth all year round
Cyprus has a Mediterranean climate, which means it is the most stable in Europe, and the average annual temperature is 24 degrees Celsius. There are three thousand hours of sunshine a year with a warm winter punctuated by very few showers. Summer is temperate and dry, making the beaches ideal for swimming, diving and enjoying the blue sea. As for spring, it is the season of the year that turns the island into an oasis of green, colorful flowers and beauty hidden in forests, valleys and small villages. It is also the quieter time of the year and less crowded with tourists and the most suitable for those looking for a quiet vacation away from the noise.
Traditional folk dance
4: Multicultural dishes
Cypriot cuisine has been influenced by Islamic, Greek, Middle Eastern, European and Asian cultures as it relies heavily on fresh fish and seafood, especially calamari (squid) that fishermen bring to restaurants on a daily basis. There are also popular dishes that include grilled halloumi cheese, kebabs, hot loukaniko sausage with spices, and hot bread. In the Cypriot kitchen there is also “mezedes”, a starter with around 20 dishes. The desserts carry an ancient heritage and are divided into rice candy with sugar, almond flavor, rose water, pistachio, local pastries, halqoum, and baklava. Of course, you cannot leave the restaurant without drinking the incomparable Cypriot coffee.
5: Walk deep into history
The island has a rich history and, along with the Greek and Hellenistic parts, is part of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. These civilizations have left many monuments and finds across the country, including the Neolithic and Bronze Age caves, Phoenician cemeteries and Roman mosaics, as well as ancient castles on mountaintops, Byzantine churches and Ottoman mosques with many famous murals that can be discovered as you travel through the cities , along with preserved architectural remains from the time of the Lusignans, Venetians and Islamists.
Old town of Larnaca, view from the castle
It should be noted that many writers, poets and philosophers lived on the island. The British writer still stands under a tree that is more than two hundred years old Lawrence Dorrell wrote his novel “Bitter Lemons” in which he describes the three years he spent on the island of Cyprus.
6: Open air concerts
Cyprus is a suitable destination for young people and night lovers, where the night life glows in summer and the city “Ayia napa. It is the capital of informal parties as it has a significant number of clubs and theaters where singers from all over the world give concerts, the best of which are held June to August. At this point the main square in Ayia Napa is transformed into some sort of multi-art circus, which determines that on this island it is safe to stay up until the morning as the crime rates are unprecedented compared to others.
Ayia Napa Sculpture Park Cyprus
7: Easy transportation between cities
Cyprus is characterized by a regular and economical network of motorways that connect cities and villages. For example, you can take the motorway from Nicosia, the capital, to the port of Limassol in just an hour. All major cities on the island can be reached in a maximum of two hours. Those who love to drive have the option of renting a car for a day or more at a reasonable price and taking these trips via highways that offer the opportunity to enjoy the scenery on either side of the road.
Ayia Napa Square
8: skiing in winter
Mount OlympusLocated on the highest peak of the Troodos Mountains, the hotel is very popular in winter as it offers the opportunity to ski on the snow that accumulates on the slopes and 4 locations where a certain type of Is accommodated for skiers, from beginners to professionals. What sets these places apart is the reasonable entrance fees that are available to everyone. The cost of a daily ski pass is 18 euros.
Troodos mountains
When skiing is not a priority, the tourist can take tours in the foothills Troodos mountainsSee the half-stone and half-timbered houses and stroll among the trees of pine, cypress and oak forests to look at the ancient Byzantine buildings, which are listed as World Heritage by UNESCO.
Cypress really has something for everyone. Hope you enjoyed this short guide to Cyprus? Your valuable comments are appreciated.
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