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BEACHES near Ayia Napa , Protaras and Paralimni
Ayia Napa has been blessed with some of the most beautiful beaches in the world . Both the west and east coast extend beautifully into the magnificent sea that washes the entire area . It is well known for its blue flag beaches and one of the most fun party destinations .
VRISI BEACH
Known as Sunrise beach , Protaras beach , the Flamingo beach , or the Golden Bay beach , Vrisi is the most popular beach in the Protaras area .
It is a natural expanse of sand which does not have any distinct markers . There is a wooden boardwalk that stretches at the backside of the coast making it comfortable to move from one area to another . The waters of the beach are not very deep , which makes it ideal for family time and the children .
GREEN BAY BEACH
Very close to Paralimni is the breathtaking Green Bay beach which is named after the abundant scrubs and trees that used to prosper in the area . Standing dead in the centre of the Protaras and Ayia Napa beaches , the waters of this amazing place are crystal clear and have become a hit with snorkelers . It is located near the southern side of a headland which has cloves nearby .
FIG TREE ( BAY ) BEACH Named after the fig trees that used to grow in that area , Fig Tree beach lies next to a rocky cove , and now has only a single fig tree standing next to it . It is quite popular among tourists for its breathtaking natural and scenic beauty . It has all kinds of water games to entertain adults as well as children . On the northern corner of the coast , it has a small islet that maintains the calmness of the sea . This beach is well connected with roads and faces huge traffic during both the summer and winter . It has the status of the blue flag that is why the sands of the beach are clean .
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PANATAHOU BEACH
This beach is the most recognised inthe Ayia Napa region which is located on the western coast of the harbour . Originally known as Panatahou , in Cyprus , the beach is , however , known by many other names ; Limanaki beach , Beach of Ayia Napa , Greko or Kryo Nero beach and Harborbeach , depending on which tour guide you use and which direction of the beach you are starting from . It is a long stretching of sand which extends in the eastern direction for about more than one kilometre . It has the basic tourist facilities and during afternoon gets windy and welcomes bigger waves .
VATHIAGONIA BEACH
Also known as Sandy Bay beach , the sand is protected by an inlet that doesn ’ t have many stones , and at the mouth of the bay lies a spot of beautiful white sand that is furnished with sun beds and fun spots . This beach is quite deep and therefore the favourite for people who prefer a quieter time . Its rocky headlands serve as a wonderful spot for getting the magnificent views of coastal Ayia Napa .
PROTARAS AND PARALIMNI AREA
Protarasresort is a human-made tourist resort which has been constructed on the land near Paralimni village . It is amongst some of the favourite tourist spots for visitors from around the world due to its scenic and natural sea beaches . Some of its popular beaches are on the list below ;
NISSI BEACH
Stretching around three kilometresto the West , Nissi beach is another one of Ayia Napa ’ s top locations . The name “ Nissi ” in Greek means “ Small Island ”, and the beach possesses a small islet which is linked by means of a wide mass of sand that divides the beach into two portions . One of the portions has sheltered andshallow sea waters , which makes it thefavourite among children . The beach is properly equipped for water sports and fun , boasting banana rides , windsurfing , jet biking , bungy jumping , and more . The classy beach is also dotted with a number of bars , cafes , and restaurants for tourists and visitors .
• 2018 EDITION