Limassol
Limassol has a beach of dark coarse sand and pebbles. Travel 2 miles east of the town and you will find Dassoudi, the resort's main beach. Here, you will find that this Cyprus beach is equipped with modern changing rooms, a snack bar, restaurant, car park and water sports. The beach itself is dark pebbly sand.
Governor's Beach was named after the British Governor in colonial times who used to go swimming here. This beach is along the south coast and is well off the main Nicosia/ Limassol highway 29 km east of Limassol which is the nearest town. Larnaca, Nicosia and the mountains are easily accessible from here. There are several attractive villages within a short drive including Pentakomo, a newly discovered Neolithic site at Mesovouni and the monastery of Agios Georgios Alamanos where the nuns cultivate flowers and plants which they sell to their visitors. There are several small sandy bays and great tavernas just above.
The beautiful Ladies Mile beach is located near the New Limassol Port and is only a 10-15 minute drive from Limassol Town centre. Here you can walk along the golden sandy beach, swim in the crystal clear waters or even have a go on the water sports facilities. The water here is shallow and very clear, so it’s safe for kids, and the sand runs for miles so if you’d prefer some peace and quiet you will be sure to find it here. Ladies Mile beach is one of the most popular windsurfing spots on the island due to its flat shallow water.
One of the most appealing beaches on the island, Curium, is a beach of unspeakable beauty. The sea is rough and wild, whereas the beaches are gentle to have fun on. The ancient Roman Curium Amphitheatre, which has been rebuilt, is directly above the Curium beach, and you may see hand-gliders riding above the Curium cliffs. This beach is also a popular sailing spot but can get overcrowded with swimmers.
Pissouri Beach is located in the picturesque village of Pissouri at about 30km from Limassol. Its waters are clean, warm and safe to swim in with a beautiful sandy, shingle beach. During the summer there are a number of water sports facilities and there is also a small diving school for anyone who would like to learn scuba diving. Rarely overcrowded, except on Sundays . There are also many Cyprus tavernas along the beach which offer delicious Cypriot delicacies.
Larnaca
Larnaca offers large stretches of safe sandy beaches that go on for miles. Just perfect for children! The three main beaches in Larnaca are Phinikoudes in the town centre, Mckenzie on the outskirts and Dhekelia beach which stretches for miles forming the backdrop to many of Larnaca's 4 & 5 star hotels.
Agia Napa
The coast of Agia Napa is considered to be the finest in Cyprus. Extensive silvery, sandy beaches cover the area which attract the majority of visitors All along the beaches of Agia Napa, facilities for all sea sports are provided including water-skiing, wind-surfing, sailing canoes, pedals, motor boats, scooters, speed-boats, parachutes, scuba-diving and more. Nissi and Makronissos beaches are the most popular in Agia Napa.
Protaras
In Protaras - at about 10km from Agia Napa - the visitors will find many beaches which are equipped with sport facilities of every description and well prepared to make your Cyprus holidays as pleasant as possible.. Stretching 5 km northeast from Cape Greko further to the north of Pernera, Protaras boasts some of the loveliest beaches on the island.
Paphos
The Coral Bay Beach is a short drive north of Paphos, passing through banana plantations and vineyards. There are several different stretches of beach which can make for a very relaxing day. There are also many tavernas nearby as well as all sorts of water sports. Other than that, the beaches in Paphos are rocky and the waters are deep and unsafe for young children.
Petra tou Romiou - "The Rock of the Greek" - also known as Aphrodite's Rock is the place where , according to legend, Aphrodite - the greek goddess of beauty and love - emerged from the foam of the waves. There is a lovely beach just below the Rock but you must be a strong swimmer to enjoy the deep, cold waters. Right opposite the beach, on the top of a small hill, there is a taverna. This is the best spot to enjoy glorious sunsets while having a drink or a meal at the veranda overlooking Aphrodite's Rock.
Polis tis Chrysochous
Latsi beach is off the beaten track, at about 45 km from Paphos and 3km from the small town of Polis tis Chrysochous. I strongly recommend trying the fish meze at Porto Latsi for 16 euros per person - not including VAT and drinks.

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