Interesting locations in Cyprus

Places included on the UNESCO World Heritage list are Choirokoitia (one of the most significant prehistoric locations in the eastern Mediterranean region), Painted Churches in the Troödos Region (the said region is symbolized by one of the biggest groups of monasteries and churches of the earlier Byzantine Empire) and Paphos (consists of several sites of historical and architectural significance like forts, mosaics, palaces, theatres, tombs and villas.

Beaches are one of the most worthwhile assets in the country. Some of the valued and recognized Cypriot beaches are Alagadi (very sandy beach), Diana (has a synthetic sandy beach), Escape (offers a numerous outdoors discos and variety of water sports), Fig Tree Bay (located in Protaras District), Governor's (sited between Larnaca and Limassol and the beach has a white rocks area), Nissi (sited in Nissi Bay and it offers cafes, pubs and wonderful views), Protaras (has different kinds of water sports for travelers to enjoy), and Ladies' Mile (features very calm and clear water).

Some of the national parks in the country are Troodos (located in south-east area of the island), Athalassa (sited near Lefkosia and offers several recreational facilities), Paedagogical Academy (located near Lefkosia), Rizoelia (sited near the town of Larnaka ), and Pegeia and Meleti Forests (national forest parks located in the Pafos area).

Other places that travelers may visit: Byzantine Museum (located in Nicosia region and has an art gallery which display the oil paintings, lithographs, maps and also the largest collection of icons), Troodos Mountains (situated in Limassol and offers breathtaking scenery, bird watching and rich plant life), and St John's Cathedral (sited in Nicosia; built by Archbishop Nikiforos in 1662)