Limassol or Larnaca?

Every tourist, when planning his trip to Cyprus , thinks about the ideal place for recreation . Of course, initially you need to choose a city that will be to your liking: calm, clean, where you can have fun and comfortably stay. In Cyprus, there are many resort areas , as well as large beautiful cities, but not all they can afford or just do not like. So, for example, the elderly people will not be suitable at all for the youth Aya Napa , and it will be difficult for married couples and children to find a secluded quiet place in Paphos . Limassol and Larnarca - two famous, popular with tourists town in Cyprus, let's find out which one is better.

Where are the beaches better?

Limassol, like Larnaca in Cyprus, has many places for entertainment. Those who love a quieter, quiet rest, prefer to visit the local beaches. In Limassol there are many sandy beaches with a gentle slope and developed infrastructure, so they are suitable for rest with children , tourists singled out Ladies Mile. On this beach, in addition to restaurants, hotels and rental offices, you will find instructors who teach aerobics lessons for children and adults. Minus the beach - a large number of people, so it's hard to find a secluded place and soak up the sun.

Larnaka also has many beautiful beaches and hotels for families, which fell in love with tourists. The best in this city is Mckenzie Beach, where you can watch the planes that are going to land. The advantages of this or that city in the beach infrastructure can be listed for a long time, but let us dwell on what unites them:

  1. Availability. Beaches in Cyprus in Limassol and Larnaca lie in the main tourist areas, so you can get to them with the help of public transport fast enough.
  2. Comfortability. Of course, you can hire a chaise lounge, umbrella, etc. at the rental points. Yes, and dine dinner with the whole family you can in one of the restaurants or cafeteria.
  3. Night life. At any time of year in Cyprus on the beaches of Limassol or Larnaca clubs and discos, where they often organize themed parties and concerts.

In Limassol and Larnaca, you can find small abandoned beaches. They are covered with rocky pebbles and, in general, they are not so easy to reach. But, despite these nuances, they attract many tourists who are looking for solitude and silence.

Entertainment and attractions

In addition to the beaches in Limassol or Larnaca, you will find many good places for entertainment. Popular in the rest of the family in Limassol are the water parks Wetn Wild and Fasouri Watermania. There are many historical sites in the city: the castle of Colossi , the ruins of Amathus and Kourion, the sanctuary of Aphrodite, Limassol Castle , the Monastery of St. George Alamanu . On an excursion to these places you can go with the whole family and learn many interesting facts about Cyprus . In Limassol, various cultural events are often held, which are very popular with tourists and local residents. For example, in summer they hold a theater festival, in February - a wine festival. On them people from all the cities of Cyprus gather. As usual, they pass brightly, colorfully and impress all the guests of Limassol.

Now about Larnaka . The city is famous for its picturesque waterfront Finikoudes, where you can enjoy the seascapes and eat the whole family in good restaurants. In Larnaca you will find many historical sites: the ruins of the ancient city of Kition, the Turkish mosques of Al Kebir and the Hala Sultan Tekke . All these sights of the city are surprising with their history and architecture, therefore they became the main points in the excursion lists. A lot of tourists and scientists fly to Larnaca to admire the amazing salt lakes on which beautiful flamingos gather in winter. Local residents of the city are very fond of celebrating the "Cataclysmos" - a national holiday after the Holy Trinity. On a festive day, laughter and laughter are heard throughout the city. Those who are lucky enough to visit the Cataclysmos in Larnaca will simply not be able to avoid a wave of pleasant impressions.