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Ayia Napa - Protaras Cyprus
Protaras
is one of Ayia Napa’s main satellite resorts. Historically
the resort was known as Fig Tree Bay, in the
South East of Cyprus within the Famagusta area one hour drive
from Larnaca International Airport. Here in this idyllic resort
one can find golden sandy beaches and rugged cliffs complimenting
the tiny bays while overlooking the brilliance of the early
morning sun as it slowly rises above the horizon,
as if emerging from the
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crystal-clear
waters of the sparkling blue-green Mediterranean.
Protaras is billed as a predominantly ‘family-orientated’
destination, it is also a place that knows
how to party. Protaras has been awarded the
coveted EC Blue Flag in recognition of the fine quality of its
beaches. Shopping in Protaras can be a pleasurable
experience with over 300 business establishments,
including supermarkets souvenir
shops, clothing stores, jewelries
and much more.
The nightlife of Protaras is filled with the sounds of music |
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from the popular, laser-lighted
discos to the romantic bouzouki songs that can be heard at the
various taverns. The smells of local dishes fill
the air, tempting the hungry visitors to dine
at any of the countless restaurants and taverns that line the
main thorough fares.In all,
a visit to the holiday resorts of Protaras can help make your
holiday in Cyprus that much more special with fond memories for
years to come.
Ayia
Napa
is
8 kilometers south of Protaras and has become popular and is
visited by many people from all over the world for its night
clubs and bars which cater for all age groups.
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The Beaches
There is an attractive coastal path running all the
way form Protaras to Ayia Napa which takes in some impressive
cliffs, sea caves and a number of Roman ruins. The rocky
shoreline provides some beautiful sandy bays where one
can really enjoy the nature and its beauty. The Cape
Greko beach, The Palaces a rocky beach that has been
sculptured in such a wonderful manner by the sea waves
that it gives the impression of being a fine work of
architecture, that is why it bears the name of Palace,
and the reflected light together with the crystal waters
form a dreamy picture. The Palaces can only be reached
from the sea, the Kermia Beach where in one of |
its bays there is a Cyprus nudist beach, the Nissi Beach and
the Makronissos Beach are some of the beautiful beaches
one can find in Protaras and Ayia Napa Area. |
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The
Sports
Besides of the amazing beaches of Protaras and Ayia Napa,
one can enjoy the entire spectrum of water sports to choose
from such as peddle boats, jet skis,
paragliding, snorkeling, diving,
water-skiing,bungie jumping,
golfing, bike riding in the wildness of nature,
horse back riding and many more….
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The
Youngs
Besides of the amazing beaches children of all ages
can enjoy a day at the nearby waterparks,
amusement parks, aquarium,
boat trips along the beautiful shores and many other
available activities….
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