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Famagusta
On this island you will find the district of Famgusta, a place where virtues
like warmth, integrity and friendship are still a way of life and an ongoing
expression of great civilization from its deepest roots.
The small towns of Famagusta are better known as Red Soil Villages which
as the name suggests is taken from the vibrant colour of its soil. Probably
two of the most well known tourist resorts in Famagusta are Ayia Napa and
Protaras. Their coastlines are considered to be the finest of all of Cyprus,
with their extensive golden, sandy beaches clear turquoise waters they attract
the majority of tourism.
Protaras is also known as the land of the windmills, which cover the area.
In the centre stands the Prophet Elias which is perched on a rock more than
100 metres high, giving fantastic views of the area. As we move further
along the coast, we find Cape Greco which is considered to be the trade
mark of Ayia Napa. A terres- trial and submarine beauty lies in the easternmost
tip of Europe, in Cape Greco.
A natural paradise whose habitat is notable both for its structure and diversity.
In addition to its wide variety of species, the Ayia Napa landscape is also
the area where botanical elements of the neighboring Asian, Europe and African
continents come together to create the special flora of the area. Just a
kilometer away from Protaras, is Paralimni a quiet residential town, whose
names translates "settlement by the lake", was historically built on the
shores of a shallow lake which filled with water only in the winter time.
A little further down from Paralimni is Sotira which has taken its name
from a church situated in the centre of the village. The church is dedicated
to the transfiguration of Jesus Christ the Savior.
The name of the village of Liopetri is derived from the fact that there
are no rocks there. It is a quiet village whose residents are usually farmers
or shepherds.
In one of the best locations of the area Xylophagou can be "found between
Famsgusta and Larnaca and only five minutes from Ayia Napa. Its name is
taken from the first settler called Xerophagos (dry food eater). Located
in the middle of the Red Soil Villages is Frenaros whose name is taken from
Lusignan monks that lived there and were called Fremenors.
Many festivities are held here, such as folk dancing, singing and watermelon
dancing. Next to Famagusta city lies the village of Deryneia, whose original
name was Yeninia. A folk art Museum can be found here as well as three Byzantine
churches. History tells us that there is a strong possibility that settlers
arriving from Yeninia in Cyprus after the Trojan War established a settlement,
naming it after their mother city.
The Cyprus tourism organization supervises the beaches and is responsible
for protecting the interest of all tourists. All beaches in Famagusta have
been awarded with EU flag for their level of cleanliness and facilities
offered.
Other Areas of Cyprus
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Larnaca
Paphos/Pafos
Paralimni
& Protaras
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