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Sights of Cyprus that are worth seeing: photos, videos and reviews
When going on vacation to the island of Cyprus, tourists first of all want to relax on the beach, swim in clean sea water and get a great tan. This is how their first days pass, and then the time comes when you want to take a break from the beach and the noise on the shore. What to do then? Go on excursions, of which there are hundreds, if not thousands, in the country. Specially trained guides gather groups of tourists and take them to beautiful places. It's interesting and tiring. After all, there are many tourists, but only one guide. Everyone wants attention, everyone wants an answer to their question. Plus you have to pay for the excursion, and sometimes quite a lot. It is best to arrange a viewing of the island yourself and visit where it is beautiful. New map Cyprus with attractions in Russian will help you find all the necessary places. The map is interactive, and you can enlarge it, plot a route on it, and also see photos of the objects you plan to visit. And if you find a place in Cyprus that you like, then feel free to add it to your map so as not to forget about it.
Cyprus is rich not only in beaches, but also in attractions. Still, the proximity of Turkey and Greece in historically and in geographical terms they make themselves felt. Every city on the island has beautiful buildings, places and monuments. Many of them were built hundreds of years ago, and some have become iconic thanks to tourists who simply liked them.
For example, the Troodos Mountains have become a popular destination thanks to tourists. Here is legendary mountain Olympus, which is the ski center of Cyprus. But not only ski lovers come here. There are also many hiking trails in the mountains. Still, take a walk in the mountains and breathe fresh air healthy. These mountains are visited both in winter and summer. Buses bringing tourists come here.
In the eleventh century, by order of the Byzantine Emperor Alexios II Komnenos, the construction of the Kykkos Monastery began. The uniqueness of the monastery is its age and the fact that it is located at an altitude of 1140 meters in the mountains. This place is popular with all tourists, and when visiting it, tourists pray for themselves and their loved ones.
Temples, monasteries and churches are the main attractions of the island. For example, the Church of St. Lazarus in Larnaca is considered almost the oldest building in Cyprus. Many scientists claim that this church was the first to appear here. It was here that Jesus raised Lazarus after the death and after his relics became saints and are still kept.
You will be surprised, but there is the Khirokitiya Excavations, which have become a museum and are included in the world heritage list. This ancient settlement 9-10 thousand years! It is believed that this settlement was one of the first to be considered civilized!
There are many villages in Cyprus, and one deserves special attention. This is the village of Lefkara, which is famous for its lacemakers. This style of lace weaving is known all over the world, and in Europe it is the most popular. But only here they weave lace in the same way as they did it many centuries ago. This method of weaving lace is considered the property of the republic and is kept secret like a military secret.
Do you want to visit a place where in the middle of the 5th millennium BC local residents mastered the city and held city meetings and held holidays? Then visit the archaeological site of Kourion. There is little left of the city, but the famous ancient Greek theater has been preserved and performances are still given here.
The Royal Tombs in the city of Paphos is a place where not only tourists, but also local residents certainly come. This is where they buried famous people islands, and this place was very rich. Noble people They were buried with wealth and in expensive coffins. Many living Cypriots have relatives buried in their tombs!
Why is the Petra tou Romiou rock so popular among tourists and Cypriots? Everything is very simple - right here from foam and sea waves Aphrodite is born! Not visiting this place means not visiting and not getting to know Cyprus. Couples in love love to swim here, and as if by this swimming they tie their love bonds.
These are not all the attractions and more beautiful place. We recommend studying the map, where you will see almost all architectural monuments, see their photos and read descriptions.
Detailed map of Cyprus in Russian. Map of roads, cities and resorts on the map of Cyprus. Show Cyprus on map.
Where is Cyprus located on the world map?
Cyprus is located in the eastern part Mediterranean Sea at a distance of 380 kilometers from Egypt, 75 kilometers from Turkey, 105 kilometers from Syria and 380 kilometers from the nearest Greek territory - the island of Rhodes. As of 2018, the island's territory is divided between Turkey (northern coast) and the Republic of Cyprus (southern coast). In this article we're talking about both about the island as a whole and about the territories of the state of the Republic of Cyprus,
Where is Cyprus located on the map of Europe?
Geographically, the island of Cyprus belongs to Asia, but not without reason is considered by many to be European civilization. Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea after Sardinia and Sicily.
Interactive map of Cyprus with cities and resorts
The island of Cyprus has excellent beach resorts and one ski resort. Among the first, Ayia Napa stands out, famous for its magnificent sandy beaches and youth hangouts. Just east of Ayia Napa is the affordable, quiet resort of Protoras, with wide beaches, rocky coves and affordable apartments. In the west is Larnaca - another budget place with an excellent sandy coastline for a family holiday. Next lies the most large resort Limassol is a truly universal place for both family holidays and youth holidays with the most developed infrastructure. It is worth mentioning the most prestigious resort of Paphos, located on the western part of the island, where mainly wealthy tourists relax.
Geographical location of Cyprus
The geographical coordinates of Cyprus are between 35°10′00″ N. and 33°21′00″ E. In the north of the island the coast is rugged and rocky, while in the south, on the contrary, it is flat, with long sandy beaches. Most of Cyprus is covered with mountains. In the central part of the island and in the southwest there is the vast Troodos volcanic massif with its highest point-mountain Olympos (1951 meters). Along north coast passes through the Kyrenia mountain range. West Side Kyrenia is slightly higher than the eastern one and some peaks reach 1 thousand meters. The highest point of this mountain system is Mount Akromanda (1023 meters).
Territory of Cyprus
The island's territory is 9251 square kilometers- 162nd indicator in the world. The island stretches 240 kilometers from west to east and 100 kilometers from north to south. The length of the coastline is 720 kilometers. The territory of the republic includes the nearby islands: Geronissos, Agios Georgios, Kila, Glyukiotissa, Kiedes, Cordylia and Mazaki. In Cyprus you can see sharp landscape contrasts, with bright green citrus groves and oilseeds interspersed with arid yellow foothills, colorful flower meadows and walnut groves with treeless mountain peaks, and the azure coast with snow-white beaches with winter coniferous forest and snow in the Troodos mountains.
The state of Cyprus is located on an island of the same name in the northeast of the Mediterranean Sea.
Island shape on detailed map Cyprus resembles a quadrangle, in the upper right corner of which the tip of the Karpas Peninsula is elongated. It ranks third among the largest in the Mediterranean.
Cyprus is favorably located with strategic point from view, is located at the intersection of Asia, Europe and Africa, although geographically it belongs to Western Asia - a region covering the Arabian and Asia Minor Peninsulas, the eastern parts of the Mediterranean Sea, the Caucasus, the Armenian and Iranian highlands, and the Mesopotamian lowland. Historically, the main trade routes, which determined the rich historical past of the state.
Today, the island is divided between the Greek Republic of Cyprus (57.6% of the territory) and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (36% of the territory), not recognized by the world community, the rest of the territory is occupied by a UN buffer zone and British military bases.
Cyprus on the world map: geography, nature and climate
Cyprus on the world map is surrounded on four sides by its neighbors, the distance to which is - from the east 105 km to Syria, in the north 75 km to Turkey, in the west 390 km to Rhodes, and in the south 370 km to Egypt.
Relief
The area of the island occupies 9251 sq. km. In order to cross it, you need to drive only 96 km; it stretches 241 km in length. The island is of volcanic origin. Its geography is determined by two mountain ranges – Kyrenia in the northeast and Troodos in the South-West. The mountains are different from each other - the Kyrenia chain consists of sheer steep cliffs, highest point her - Mount Akromanda, 1023 meters high. The Troodos massif is characterized by high altitudes, with seemingly flat hills. The highest point of the island is located here - Mount Olympus(1951 m).
Between the mountains that occupy most of the island are the fertile plains of Mesaoria and Morphou. In the autumn-winter period, their lands are irrigated by the waters of the Pedieos and Akaki rivers, thanks to which grains and citrus fruits are grown here, olive groves are adjacent to vineyards.
The relief of the plain is gently rolling, decreases to the east and passes into the low-lying coastal bays of Famagusta and Larnaca. It is the plains that determine the presence of wide coastal zones in the south and southeast of Cyprus. If you look at a map of Cyprus in Russian, you can easily find all six bays of the island: in the south there are Akrotiri and Episkopi, in the north-west - Chrysochou and Morphou, in the south-east Larnaca and Famagusta in the south.
Water resources
Permanent sources fresh water not available in Cyprus. The rivers fill with water only during the rainy season, but in the summer they practically dry up. Most long river The island is Pedieos (100 km), which originates in the Troodo Mountains, flows through the capital of Cyprus and flows into the sea in the south, in the Gulf of Famagusta. There are two lakes in Cyprus, they are located in Larnaca and Limassol, and they also dry up during the hot season. Previously, they were lagoons, but over time and changes in the coastline, they became cut off from the sea and formed salt lakes.
Climate
The climate of the island is subtropical, Mediterranean. The summer season is characterized by hot, dry weather, the autumn-winter season brings rain, and snow falls only in the mountains. The average temperature of the hottest month of the year - August - is 30 degrees, in mid-January - 12. The maximum temperatures of the corresponding months are over 40 and 19 degrees, respectively. Quantity sunny days per year exceeds 320. The tourist season opens in May and lasts until the end of October, although many tourists spend the winter here.
Flora and fauna
The nature of the island is diverse, due to the presence of different climatic zones and reliefs - mountains, plains, sea. 140 species of trees, shrubs, and flowers growing here are endemic, that is, they are not found anywhere else. The bulk of them are in the mountainous regions - Troodos and Kyrenia. In Cyprus you can find different kinds coniferous trees - pines, cedars, junipers. Oaks and cypresses are common. There are many flowering shrubs - oleander, hibiscus, jasmine. The Cypriot cyclamen is considered the symbol of Cyprus; orchids and lavender also grow.
Animal world, unlike the rich flora of Cyprus, is not diverse, and is mainly represented by amphibians - frogs, lizards, turtles. The forests are inhabited by foxes, hedgehogs and hares. Mouflon, listed in the Red Book, can be found in the mountains. The island is crossed by the migration routes of migratory birds - partridges, quails; pink flamingos fly to the Salt Lake of Larnaca for the winter.
Map of Cyprus with cities. Administrative division of the country
Presented in two levels. At the first, enlarged level, the republic is represented by 6 dioceses, uniting the city of the same name, its suburbs and rural settlements. They can be easily found on a map of Cyprus with cities in Russian. Two dioceses - Famagusta and Kyrenia - are located on the territory of Northern Cyprus, three - Larnaca, Limassol and Paphos - on the territory of Greek Cyprus, and the capital Nicosia is divided between the two states.
At the second level, the Greek part of the republic is divided into 33 communities or municipalities that deal with the decision pressing problems population.
Nicosia- the only divided capital of the world, is such for both the Greek Republic of Cyprus and Turkish Republic Northern Cyprus. The city is located on the Mesaoria plain, on the banks of the Pedieos River, and has no access to the sea.
Limassol- the largest city in Cyprus, located on the southern coast of the island, in the Gulf of Akrotiri. It has sea port, due to which it is a developed economic center, as well as a center of winemaking. Along the coastline there are gently sloping sandy beaches, so the city attracts many tourists.
Municipality of Strovolos formally considered a suburb of Nicosia, but its size allows it to be considered more of a city, and the second largest in Cyprus after Limassol. 70,000 people live here. Local authorities created 65 parks in the municipality, landscaping the territory in total at 340,000 sq.m.
(Yemen Republic)
Geographical position. Yemen is a state in southwest Asia, located in the southwestern part Arabian Peninsula. In the north and northeast it borders Saudi Arabia, in the east with Oman. In the west it is washed by the Red Sea, in the south by the Gulf of Aden (Indian Ocean). It is separated from Africa by the narrow Bab-el-Mandeb Strait. Yemen owns several islands: Socotra in Indian Ocean, Perim in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and Kamaran in the Red Sea.
Square. The territory of Yemen covers 527,970 square meters. km.
Main cities Administrative division. The capital is Sana'a (political), Aden (economic). Largest cities: Sanaa (500 thousand people), Aden (294 thousand people), Al-Hodeidah (292 thousand people), Taizo (194 thousand people). Administrative-territorial division of the country: 17 provinces (governments).
Yemen is a republic. The head of state is the president, the head of government is the prime minister. The legislative body is the Chamber of Deputies.
Relief. The territory of Yemen is located mainly on a plateau, which in the north and east turns into the Rub al-Khali desert. In the west, a long, narrow strip of flat land stretches along the coast of the Red Sea.
Geological structure and minerals. The country's subsoil contains oil reserves, natural gas, gold, iron, copper, polymetallic ores, gypsum, coal, quartz, sulfur, semi-precious stones
Climate. The country's climate varies different regions: semi-arid but temperate in the mountains, very hot in the southern desert, and summer and winter winds often bring sandstorms. The average temperature in June is about +27°C, and average temperature January - about + 14°C.
Inland waters. Beds of temporary watercourses.
Soils and vegetation. Semi-deserts, deserts with oases; on the mountain slopes there is shrub vegetation (acacia, mimosa, aloe).
Animal world. Gazelle, wolf, hyena, wild cat, fox, kotsur, many lizards and snakes.
Population and language
The population of Yemen is about 16.388 million people, average density population about 31 people per 1 sq. km. Ethnic groups: Arabs, Indians, Africans. Language: Arabic (there are several very different dialects).
Religion
Islam is mainly Shia (46%) and Sunni (53%), a small number of Ismaelites live in the mountains, there are also Christians, Jews, and Hindus.
Brief historical essay
The first state on the territory of modern Yemen, the kingdom of Mine, existed from 1200 to 650. BC e. In the 10th century BC e. The kingdom of Sheba arose here, and in the south of the territory there were the kingdoms of Kataban and Hadramot. The last of the great pre-Islamic states on the territory of modern Yemen was the kingdom of Himyar - from the 1st century. BC e. before 500 AD e.
From IV to VI centuries. n. e. Yemen was occupied by the Abyssinian kingdom and later by Persia. In the 7th century Islam occupied key positions in this territory: Arab rulers ruled the country until the 16th century.
In the 16th century The Portuguese captured the island of Socotra and from there unsuccessfully tried to take control of Aden. Later, the Egyptian Mamluks captured Sanaa, but Aden also did not submit to them. In 1517, the Ottoman Empire conquered Egypt, and in 1538, most of Yemen, which was under their rule for almost a century.
The process of dividing Yemen into two states began with the capture of the country by the British of Aden in 1839 and with the re-occupation of Sana'a Ottoman Empire in 1849. In the second half of the 19th century. both powers strengthened their positions, and at the beginning of the 20th century. a border was drawn dividing the region into North Yemen and South Yemen. North Yemen declared independence in 1918 and was constitutional monarchy. Yemen was declared in 1962 Arab Republic. South Yemen remained under British rule until 1967, and the People's Democratic Republic of Yemen was declared in 1970. On May 21, 1990, the two countries were reunited.
Brief Economic Sketch
Yemen is an agricultural country. The main industry is agriculture. The main agricultural export crop is coffee (Jebel); They cultivate date palms, grapes, fruit trees (figs, apricots, mangoes, pomegranates), industrial and aromatic crops (sesame, ginger, cotton, tobacco). The main food crops are durra, barley, wheat, corn, legumes, and vegetables. In the desert and semi-desert areas in the south and south-east of the country there is oasis agriculture (cereals - millet, sorghum, wheat, barley; technical - sesame, cotton, coffee, tobacco; as well as vegetables, tropical fruits, coconut and date palms). Cattle breeding (sheep, goats; cattle, mainly zebu; camels, donkeys). In the south and southeast there is nomadic cattle breeding. Beekeeping (Jebel). Fishing, marine fishing, pearl fishing. Oil production, table salt, iron ore, ornamental stones. Oil refining, energy, textile, cotton ginning, food and flavoring (including tobacco and coffee processing enterprises) industries. Handicraft production of household utensils, fabrics, leather and footwear, pottery and jewelry, edged weapons. Export: oil and petroleum products, coffee, fish and seafood. Currency unit- Yemeni rial.
Brief essay culture
Art and architecture. Sana. Clay skyscrapers; Republican Palace ( former palace and mother); there Old city, surrounded by fortress walls; more than 40 mosques, the main one of which is Great Mosque- one of the shrines of Zaydi Muslims.
Bizarre landforms, hot climate and endless spaces for active rest distinguish Yemen from the general background of tourist and cultural centers Asian region, but Special attention attracts ancient history of this country.
Yemen on the world map
You can find Yemen on the world map in the southernmost part of the Arabian Peninsula, in the southwest of the Asian region.
Thanks to geographical location of this state, it is classified as a Middle Eastern country. Yemen has access to the waters of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which divides the territory of the Arabian Peninsula. Moreover, this strait is link between the waters of the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea. The southern coast of the country is washed by the Arabian Sea.
Yemen has a common northern land border with , and also shares its eastern border with Oman. In addition to the peninsular lands, the Republic of Yemen also includes island possessions located in the middle of the open spaces. The largest island is called Socotra. It is separated from the Arabian Peninsula by 350 kilometers by sea. The total area of the territories occupied by Socotra is about 3,620 kilometers. Several more islands and archipelagos of Yemen are located in the middle of the Red Sea: Hanish, Zukar, Kamaran and others.
Yemen Republic
The capital of the state is called Sanaa, which is also one of the most popular tourist centers Yemen along with Aden. Most of local population, total number of which nearly 25.4 million people profess Islam. Official on the territory of the republic is Arabic. As for total area territories occupied by Yemen, it totals more than 520 thousand square kilometers.
The natural features of Yemen make this country truly unique and inimitable. The entire territory of the state is conditionally divided into three natural-geographical zones. Along the Red Sea coast stretches a flat area called Tihama, which is mainly represented by sandy expanses of arid desert. It occupies a narrow coastline, the width of which ranges from 5 to 65 kilometers. Tihama is crossed by a whole network of dry rivers, which fill with water only after the end of the rainy season.
In the very heart of the republic are the so-called Yemen Mountains, which, together with a huge mountainous plateau, characterize the topography of this part of the state. It is in the center of the country that they are concentrated mountain ranges over 3000 meters high. The highest altitude peak in Yemen rises 3,760 meters above sea level and is called the peak of Jabal An-Nabi Shuaib. At the junction between the mountainous region of Yemen and Tihama there is a strip of small hills, the height of which varies between 300-1000 meters. In the northeast of the country there are also small hills and highlands, moving further to the east, they gradually turn into lifeless deserts called Rub al-Khali. It is believed that this one natural area is the most deserted place on the planet.
The island possessions of the Yemeni state under the name are also characterized by mountainous terrain. Only along the coastline are there narrow lowland areas. Situated at the junction tectonic plates, Yemen boasts such natural wonders as volcanic fields. Among them, it is worth mentioning Harra Arhab, Bir Borhut and Harra Bal Haf. In addition to volcanic activity, this country is characterized by frequent earthquakes.
Although Yemen is surrounded on all sides by endless expanses of water, the reserves of freshwater sources in this country are not so rich. More than a half The country's rivers appear only after the end of the rainy season. Permanent rivers in Yemen can only be seen in mountainous areas, but they become considerably shallower during the dry seasons. The country's population actively uses deep wells or boreholes. One of the most significant rivers in the country is Wadi Hadhramaut, the valley of which provides the Yemeni population with its generous fertile lands. Also special meaning have rivers called Madab and Mur.
Concerning flora country, then he is quite poor. Only minor areas of Yemen are covered tropical forests and shrubs, where grasses are more common. The fauna of the republic is represented by countless rodents and insects, as well as antelopes, gazelles and other desert animals.
National flag of Yemen
Rectangular canvas national flag Yemen is made of three horizontal equal stripes of red, snow-white and black, located from top to bottom, respectively. This color scheme was not chosen by chance, because these colors are characteristic of all Arab countries. Officially, the national flag of Yemen of this type came into force in May 1990, on the 22nd, when the reunification of South and North Yemen took place.
As you know, this event was truly long-awaited for everyone civilians Yemen, because for many years there has been a bloody struggle for the unity and independence of the republic. Exactly like this symbolic meaning and is hidden behind the bright red stripe on the Yemeni flag. The snow-white line, located in the middle of the cloth, personifies the desire of the Yemeni people for prosperity and peace in their land and beyond. As for the black color, it symbolizes the Prophet Muhammad and the strength of the people's faith in Islam.
Climate features in Yemen
The entire territory of Yemen is under the control of the dry tropical climate, But weather in different natural areas countries vary depending on the height of the relief. Even the proximity of the sea does not bring the required note of coolness to the summer time of the year. In the period from June to August, fairly high temperatures are observed on the coast during the day - up to 38 degrees plus, but at night the temperature drops slightly - up to 29 degrees Celsius. In the period from December to February, summer daytime air temperatures range from 25 to 29 degrees plus, and nighttime temperatures range from 21 to 23 degrees Celsius.
From the Arabian Sea, the coastal areas of Yemen are under the powerful influence of monsoon winds. That is why throughout the year the air temperature in this area differs from the coast by only a few degrees. Also for coastal areas incredibly characteristic high level humidity - about 85-90 percent. Another feature of Yemen's climate is sandstorms. Tourists rarely come to Yemen in the summer, as hot weather and record humidity levels make staying here almost unbearable. Only high in the mountains of Yemen can you enjoy the gentle rays of the sun and fresh coolness. That is why the mountainous regions of the republic are considered the best recreation area in the country.
The central part of the state, distinguished maximum heights, V in rare cases It may even surprise travelers with small frosts, which are observed in winter at night. The distribution of precipitation throughout Yemen can hardly be called uniform. In the desert area and coastlines falls no more than 40 millimeters annual precipitation, but in the mountains their number often exceeds 1000 millimeters of precipitation per year.
Holidays and attractions in Yemen
It is believed that it was on its territory that the first people on the planet appeared. About these amazing lands mentioned in the Bible and many others scriptures. Yemen's difficult weather conditions remove it from the list of the most popular resort areas in the world, but do not this state less interesting and exciting. Local deserts and mountains can become a real paradise for lovers of active recreation and extreme entertainment. Just look at the legendary volcanic fields, instilling horror and delight at the same time.
Cultural and historical feature The country is rightfully considered to have ancient fortresses and settlements, the history of which goes back far into past centuries. Truly fabulous oases, majestic in the middle of endless deserts, leave unique, indescribable impressions. Yemeni architecture is also definitely worth your attention. First of all, it is worth visiting the capital of the state, Sanaa. According to legend, this city was founded by the descendants of Noah after the end of the Great Flood. The ancient Arab areas of Sanaa can introduce you to the peculiarities ancient architecture of these lands.
There is another one near Sana'a ancient city called Marib, which appeared before our era. For a long time it was abandoned until oil deposits were discovered in its vicinity. Experienced travelers recommend taking a tour of the city of Taiz, considered the center of jewelry craftsmanship in the republic.
Traveling to Yemen simply cannot be compared with any other countries. Identity, history and natural resources this country is truly unique.