<strong>Nissi Beach</strong>: This fabulous spot for swimming and has a reputation as a party paradise at the height of summer. Off-season, it's no less special but much quieter.
Nissi Beach: This fabulous spot for swimming and has a reputation as a party paradise at the height of summer. Off-season, it's no less special but much quieter.
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<strong>Nissi Beach</strong>: This beautiful beach has a teardrop-shaped island that can be reached by swimmers.
Nissi Beach: This beautiful beach has a teardrop-shaped island that can be reached by swimmers.
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<strong>Aphrodite's Rock</strong>: Legend has it that this spot is where the Greek goddess of love and beauty floated to the shore of Cyprus on a clam shell.
Aphrodite's Rock: Legend has it that this spot is where the Greek goddess of love and beauty floated to the shore of Cyprus on a clam shell.
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<strong>Konnos beach</strong>: Konnos Beach has a family feel with warm waters for bathing.
Konnos beach: Konnos Beach has a family feel with warm waters for bathing.
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<strong>Konnos Beach: </strong>One of the most picturesque bays on Cyprus, the crystalline water at Konnos Beach is perfect for swimming.
Konnos Beach: One of the most picturesque bays on Cyprus, the crystalline water at Konnos Beach is perfect for swimming.
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<strong>Commandaria</strong>: This amber-colored wine could be the world's oldest, it's made from over-ripe dried grapes and can be sampled at wineries on Cyprus.
Commandaria: This amber-colored wine could be the world's oldest, it's made from over-ripe dried grapes and can be sampled at wineries on Cyprus.
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<strong>Tombs of the Kings, Paphos:</strong> Paphos, the 2017 European Capital of Culture, is home to archaeological treasures, including the Tombs of Kings -- a 3rd-4th century necropolis.
Tombs of the Kings, Paphos: Paphos, the 2017 European Capital of Culture, is home to archaeological treasures, including the Tombs of Kings -- a 3rd-4th century necropolis.
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<strong>Coral Bay</strong>: Spotless sand and blue waters characterize Coral Bay, a popular spot for sun-seekers in Cyprus.
Coral Bay: Spotless sand and blue waters characterize Coral Bay, a popular spot for sun-seekers in Cyprus.
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<strong>Troodos:</strong> The Troodos mountains make up the country's largest mountain range.
Troodos: The Troodos mountains make up the country's largest mountain range.
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<strong>Fig Tree Bay:</strong> Another family friendly beach spot, Fig Tree Bay is also home to a small islet which you can swim out to.
Fig Tree Bay: Another family friendly beach spot, Fig Tree Bay is also home to a small islet which you can swim out to.
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<strong>Fig Tree Bay</strong>: The beach has the Blue Flag award meaning it meets all safety and environmental standards.
Fig Tree Bay: The beach has the Blue Flag award meaning it meets all safety and environmental standards.
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<strong>Larnaca Salt Lake</strong>: Four salt lakes west of the city of Lanarca make up the impressive Larnaca Salt Lake. It's home to waterbirds, including flamingos.
Larnaca Salt Lake: Four salt lakes west of the city of Lanarca make up the impressive Larnaca Salt Lake. It's home to waterbirds, including flamingos.
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<strong>Lefkara</strong>: Traditional Cypriot lace and silverware is on sale at Lefkara. Here it's possible to watch the lace being made and purchase some.
Lefkara: Traditional Cypriot lace and silverware is on sale at Lefkara. Here it's possible to watch the lace being made and purchase some.
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<strong>Akamas</strong>: The beautiful Akamas Peninsula is home to Baths of Aphrodite, a shaded natural pool and shower where, legend has it, the goddess beautified herself.
Akamas: The beautiful Akamas Peninsula is home to Baths of Aphrodite, a shaded natural pool and shower where, legend has it, the goddess beautified herself.
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<strong>Nicosia</strong>: There's still division in Cyprus -- Nicosia has a Greek and Turkish side. Here visitors can get a real sense of the island's complicated history.
Nicosia: There's still division in Cyprus -- Nicosia has a Greek and Turkish side. Here visitors can get a real sense of the island's complicated history.
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<strong>Nicosia</strong>: A stroll around the Old Town reveals Frankish, Ottoman and British colonial architecture, leftover from the different eras of the island's history.
Nicosia: A stroll around the Old Town reveals Frankish, Ottoman and British colonial architecture, leftover from the different eras of the island's history.
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<strong>Cape Greco</strong>: The jagged coastal headline of Cape Greco is great for swimming and water sports and it's an incredible sight.
Cape Greco: The jagged coastal headline of Cape Greco is great for swimming and water sports and it's an incredible sight.
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<strong>Food and wine:</strong> Some of Cyprus' foodie delights include fresh grilled sea bass, sea bream and octopus.
Food and wine: Some of Cyprus' foodie delights include fresh grilled sea bass, sea bream and octopus.
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<strong>Bread</strong>: Home-baked bread is another Cyprus delight.
Bread: Home-baked bread is another Cyprus delight.
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<strong>Wine</strong>: The country has a laid-back way of life and relaxing on the beach with a glass of wine is the perfect end to the day.
Wine: The country has a laid-back way of life and relaxing on the beach with a glass of wine is the perfect end to the day.
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