Top 5 Attractions in Ayia Napa Beach, Cyprus, You Cannot Afford to Miss
Cyprus, a former hub for the cult of the Greek goddess Aphrodite, is today a modern island country retaining a basically Mediterranean character. The 3,572 square miles of the island comprise of olive and citrus groves, pine-clad mountains and some of the cleanest beaches of Europe. This easternmost island in the Mediterranean is bound by a fabulous 403-mile coastline and offers beaches as the most popular tourist spots. Cyprus has a mild pleasant climate almost throughout the year where you can enjoy sun bathing and water sports on its fabulous beaches to your heart’s content.
The most famous beach of Cyprus is Ayia Napa and you can’t afford to miss it and the fun it offers. Here are top things you can do on one of the most beautiful Cyprus beaches, Ayia Napa.
1. Water World Waterpark
Based almost fully around Greek Mythology, Water World has exciting rides and activities that are appropriately named Aeolos Whirlpool, Chariot Chase, Trojan Adventure, the Poseidon Wave Pool, the River Odyssey, and so on. You will enjoy your time because of the topnotch facilities including free parking, showers, umbrellas, lockers and loungers. Plan to spend a full day here if you want to enjoy it in a true sense.
2. Nissi Beach
If golden sand, crystal clear water and delightful atmosphere please you the most, Nissi Beach is the place for you to go. Various enthralling water sports are the most attractive part of this beach. Ocean water here is shallow and safe, so you can enjoy a nice swim.
3. Ayia Napa Monastery
The Ayia Napa Monastery was the only tourist attraction when Ayia Napa was just a fishing hamlet. The 16th century monastery is just a few minutes’ walk from some of the raunchiest nightclubs of Ayia Napa, but is a downright contrast with the overall mood of rest of the beach. Consider catching the morning service that is light yet grand; you can also buy the replicas of the paintings. And oh yes, you can also get married here!
4. Parko Paliatso Fun Fair and Luna Park
This is the biggest Luna Park in the country, stretching across 25,000 sq meters and houses over 25 enthralling attractions, including rides for kids as well as adults.
5. The Castle Club
The nightlife of Ayia Napa is considered to be the best in the country and the Castle Club is the place which will make you realize this. The chic club offer great quality, superb music, best DJs and a grand ambience. It also houses 14 bars and hosts party with 9 DJs that are world famous.
These are only a few of Ayia Napa attractions. There are so many more! Don’t miss them when you visit Cyprus. So, when are you planning your Ayia Napa holiday?