Updated on: September 2, 2020
Cyprus, with its endless blue skies and miles of pristine shoreline, has inspired and seduced millions of travelers for centuries. This modern island nation conjures up visions of endless summers, gorgeous alfresco dining and stunning beaches. Cyprus, which is one of Europe’s tourist hotspots, is also famed for its warm hospitality. Visitors flock to this country to enjoy its stunning beaches. Read on to discover some of the truly exquisite beaches of this country.
1. Most Beautiful, Cape Greco
Cape Greco also known as Cavo Greco is the nicest beach in Cyprus. It is a National Forest Park located in Ayia Napa. The Beach is 3 KM long and has very clear water. One of the main highlights of this beach is the Caves.
2. The Stunning, Nissi Beach
Nisi Beach, an exquisite stretch of nearly 500 meters of powdery white sands, is located in the Aiya Napa province. This beach is extremely popular with locals and tourists alike, for its pristine white sands and crystal clear waters. The warm waters of this beach are ideal for swimming, water skiing and para-gliding. During low tide, visitors can walk across a sandy walkway, to a small island, which is covered with beautiful flowering bushes. After a fun day at the Nisi beach, guests can head to the numerous night clubs which are located close to this beach.
3. The Exquisite, Coral Bay Beach
The exquisite Coral Bay Beach is located on the west coast of the island. This beach which is situated approximately 12 kilometers north of Paphos can be easily reached by car, motorbike, or bus. This horseshoe-shaped beach is flanked by vertiginous limestone cliffs. Visitors to this beach can enjoy a plethora of adrenaline-inducing water sports as well as family-friendly activities. Guests who want to enjoy a spot of sunbathing can hire sunbeds and parasols. Some of the popular water sports on this beach include swimming, diving and para-sailing. There are numerous cafes, bars and tourist shops close to Coral Bay Beach.
4. The Serene, Lara Beach
This near-deserted sandy stretch of beach is located on the north-west coast of the island. This beach is ideal for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Lara Beach is ideal for swimming and sun-bathing. Lara beach also offers visitors an excellent opportunity to study the magnificent Caretta Caretta turtles and monk seals.
5. The Picturesque, Konnos Bay Beach
Visitors who want to escape the crowds of Aiya Napa can head to the picturesque Konnos Bay beach which is located on the southeast coast of Cyprus. Konnos beach which has over 200 meters of fine powdery sands is one of the most magnificent beaches on this island. This beach is bordered by a national forest park which offers excellent walking and hiking trails. This iridescent blue water of this beach is ideal for jet-skiing, sunbathing, and swimming. There are numerous convenience stores and restaurants around the beach.
6. The Charming, Fig Tree Bay
With its crystal clear waters and powdery golden sands, Fig Tree Bay is among the more popular beaches of this island nation. This beautiful beach is located in the popular holiday town of Paralimni. The shallow waters of this beach are ideal for swimming and diving. Windsurfing, water skiing and parasailing are other water sports that visitors can enjoy at Fig Tree Bay.
7. The Popular, Paramali Beach
Paramali beach is a kite surfer’s paradise. This beach is located on the south coast of the island. Paramali beach gets a steady side-onshore wind throughout the year which is ideal for paragliding, kite surfing and parasailing. This beach also beckons visitors to enjoy a spot of swimming and sunbathing. Adrenaline junkies can dive into the azure blue waters from atop the cliffs which rise from one side of the beach.
One of the nice areas not mentioned is Cavo Greco near Aiga Napa.