An amazing island located between three continents (Africa, Asia, Europe) is bathed in sunshine 340 days a year. Under its warmth, beautiful vegetation, characteristic of all three continents, rages, the Mediterranean Sea sparkles. You want to see the ancient forests, valleys, mountains of the homeland of Aphrodite, enjoy the unusual atmosphere of the island.
Some are leased from private owners. An important condition for organizing recreation on beach areas is their accessibility to tourists and local residents. This allows you to find the best vacation spot for yourself not only on the legendary Nissi Beach, but also among the numerous coves, with luxurious service and in pristine wilderness.
Golden Kost, Protaras
For lovers of a relaxing holiday, Protaras has everything. Silence, warm sea with a shallow bottom, a gentle entrance. Excellent service, wonderful golden sand of the Golden Costa, clear sea. Golden Coast is located in a picturesque bay, hidden among the coastline of the resort. The length is 400 m.
For lovers of sunbathing, endless swimming in the Mediterranean Sea, a real paradise has formed here, providing complete relaxation and relaxation. The necessary sports equipment for any entertainment on the water is provided by convenient rental services. On the right side there are bathrooms, showers, places for changing clothes.
Comfortable hotels, villas are located along the coastal strip. Near the water area of the bay there is a modern center for active recreation. Here you can ride on a variety of water equipment without entering the bay. Nearby is Paralimni Bay, which is considered the main bay for mooring yachts, modern boats, resort boats. On the cape, located between the bays, the Temple of St. Nicholas was built, decorated with a unique wall painting.
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Fig Tree Bay, Protaras
In the resort of Protaras, this beach, located along Fig Tree Bay, is called the most popular (its length is 500 m). It is one of the most beautiful, comfortable recreation areas in the eastern part of Cyprus. Snow-white, soft sand, a gentle entrance to the sea makes it possible to relax here with the youngest children. In the center of the ancient town of Protaras, there are not as many fig trees as in the days of the ancient ghost town of Flamagusta, but there are still a lot of them. They surround the ancient village of Paralimni, showing the way of life of the islanders.
They hide the mysterious Cape Greco with the famous sea caves that you can visit during your vacation. Entrance is free. Its infrastructure allows you to spend time without worrying about a place to eat, comfortable bathrooms, showers, sun loungers, sun umbrellas. Any entertainment on the water is available under the guidance of experienced instructors, reliable sports equipment.
Every day in the evening it is proposed to take part in the Show of dancing fountains. It is accompanied by fire and laser effects. Tickets can be purchased with or without the buffet. City bus routes pass nearby.
Konnos, Protaras
The landscape of the Protaras resort is decorated with green fields, well-groomed peasant farms, small villages with windmills. They complement the atmosphere of the resort with warm comfort, silence, tranquility during the holidays. In ancient times, there was a small village inhabited by fishermen on the site of the resort. Konnos, located far from the center of the town, the highway leading to it, is suitable for a secluded holiday, gives rise to increased interest in the amazing history of the island.
At the same time, all beach places are equipped in a 200-meter recreation area, and a sports equipment rental service operates. Fine sand, gentle blue sea, warm with a gentle slope, the coast covered with rocks. It is considered one of the most beautiful. It is located near the National Park of Cavo Greco. Modern restaurants, hotels, entertainment are included in the new infrastructure of the resort.
Ammos Kamburi, Ayia Napa
The resort of Ayia Napa or “Sacred Forests” is considered to be popular on the island. Well-groomed beaches that have earned the Blue Flag award, beautiful sea, entertainment opportunities in nightclubs, bars, noisy discos, participation in numerous holidays attract young people here. A quiet secluded spot in the resort can be found on the small Ammos Kambouri Beach. Located near the popular hiking trail leading to the famous Sea Caves along the east coast of Ayia Napa.
It starts at the bridge of lovers next to the hotel and is considered the most romantic place in the resort. The length is about 50 m, the width is 20 m. The sea is shallow with a gentle slope, but rocky, creating unsafe conditions for children. Rocky hills with sparse vegetation surround the beach strip. Among them, a tree with ornate branches, brought from the island of Skiathos, looks graceful.
Under it there is a gazebo for relaxation and wedding ceremonies. The infrastructure is not very developed, but there are sun loungers, a shower, a bathroom, changing cabins, a mobile snack bar. There is little entertainment. Ammos Kamburi is an example of a quiet holiday for those who like to swim with a mask, learn the art of divers.
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Pantahu, Ayia Napa
The most visited part of the resort stretches for 1 km along the southeast coast, starting from the fishing harbor. Golden sand is surrounded by calm coastal waves and a rocky shore with growing palm trees, thickets of acacias. From a beautiful place it is pleasant to watch the endless expanse of the sea, the harbor that hides the secrets of the past life of Cyprus. The infrastructure involves the purchase of a ticket for services valid all day.
It provides a deck chair, an umbrella, you can use the shower, changing room, rent the necessary sports equipment for entertainment on the water. At affordable prices, delicious food and drinks are offered at the local bar. Nearby are restaurants, shops. Due to the large length of the sandy strip, the work of the rescue service has been established here. You can take part in the proposed interesting excursions.
Nissi Beach and Nissi Bay, Ayia Napa
On the banks of the cozy Bay, formed by Nissi Bay, there are two unique recreation areas. This is Nissi Beach and Nissi Bay in Ayia Napa. There is no border between them, they smoothly pass into each other. The eastern part of the bay is occupied by Nissi Beach. On the western half is Nissi Bay. Snow-white soft sand protects an island located in the center of the bay from strong waves and gusts of wind. A strip of shallows leads to it, growing out of the water during low tides.
The rich infrastructure is complemented by a common center for water activities, located next to the island. You can rush on water scooters, skis, bananas, catamarans. Take a parachute flight or jump into the waves from an equipped tower. On the territory there is a diving center Lucky Divers, which allows even beginners to make an interesting trip to the underwater world.
Opportunities for nightlife on the territory of Nissi Bay, Ayia Napa are known far beyond the borders of Cyprus. This is a famous hangout place for young people. The most beautiful Nissi Beach does not have such conditions and can provide a relaxing holiday on the shores of a picturesque bay.
Makronisos, Ayia Napa
The oldest beach of the resort, awarded the Blue Flag, is located in the western part of the city at a distance of about 5 km from the center and stretches 500 m along the beautiful coast. Families with children tend to come here, lovers of a calm, secluded holiday near picturesque places and ancient places of the island. You can visit the ongoing excavations of burials, see 19 rock tombs without payment. It is divided by a cape into two parts (western and eastern). Large waves sometimes appear on the western part.
The eastern part has an infrastructure that allows you to spend a comfortable stay, soak up the sun, swim without noise, fuss. Sun loungers, umbrellas, sports equipment for water activities are offered. The recreation area has soft sand, a gentle entrance to the sea without depth drops. The popular Makronisos Beach Bar serves delicious refreshing cocktails. There is free internet access.
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Ayia Thekla, Ayia Napa
If during the rest you want to forget about the noise, fun, fuss, then Ayia Thekla will provide the best opportunity for such a holiday. It is located next to the ancient cave church of St. Thekla, carved into the rocks and currently operating. A small island in the sea attracts attention for safe sailing. It plays the role of a natural breakwater and protects Ayia Thekla from the waves. The beach strip is wide, covered with clean, silky golden sand.
The infrastructure is well organized. There are parking lots for cars, bicycles, a cozy bar, an observation deck for lifeguards. There is a water sports center. You can always use a single kayak, catamaran, sun lounger, umbrella (their cost here is lower than on the “steep” beaches of the resort). The beach is clean and very spacious.
Finikoudes, Larnaca
In the resort town of Larnaca, all types of water recreation are well developed. The coast of the resort is continuous beaches. Even in the central part of the city, next to the famous Finikoudes promenade, the famous city beach stretches. Its picturesque sandy shore often becomes not only a lazy rest area, but also a venue for various festivals and music concerts.
The famous Kataklysmos (the day of the rebirth of mankind) takes place on a wide coastal strip. During its holding, each participant must necessarily plunge into the sea. Silky sand, a gentle entrance to the sea allow even small children to take part in the holiday, competitions. Fans of outdoor activities are offered sports activities in the form of windsurfing, paragliding, water skiing, bicycles.
Special impressions await diving enthusiasts when diving to sunken ships. At the same time, it is possible to see the ferry Zenobia, which is considered the best explored object of the underwater world. The evening promenade along the Finnikova embankment complements the benefits of relaxation.
Malindi Beach, Limassol
In the center of the southern part of Cyprus is the most cheerful city of the island of Limassol. The resort has everything for the rest of the companies of cheerful youth. Lovers of acquaintance with the history of the island, a relaxing holiday will also find time and cozy places here. The resort is easily accessible from two nearby airports.
There are few beaches for vacationers in the city limits. Their common characteristic is the natural covering. These are small pebbles and gray sand, characteristic of the volcanic type. In terms of service, Malindi Beach is considered one of the best in the resort. It occupies part of the “Pereklissia” coast opposite the Malindi Beach Bar & Restaurant. He is responsible for organizing a comfortable stay.
The restaurant staff fully serves guests resting in sun loungers located in a closed hall, an open veranda. The entrance to the sea is gentle, shallow. The bottom is sandy. Beautiful snow-white umbrellas are installed. Golf, football, volleyball fields, and a water entertainment center have been created. Additional conditions are organized in the current VIP area.
Aphrodite, Limassol
It can be the unique service, the comfort offered by the restaurant. Lovers of space, freedom of action are placed closer to the territory belonging to the bar. Mobile vacationers are located in the central part next to the numerous offers of water activities. Regardless of the type of service, vacationers can freely be in any area.
Special conditions for disabled people are organized. When renting a sun lounger, free use of the Internet is provided. The coast is covered with gray volcanic sand, there are pebbles. Seabed with a gentle inlet, sandy with separate rocky areas. Awarded with the Blue Flag.
Dasudi, Limassol
Located in the eastern part of the resort. The length of the equipped recreation area is 1.3 km. Sanitary and hygienic buildings, comfortable children's, sports grounds, cafes, and parking have been built on it. The sites are covered with imported, soft sand. Rental services are located on the shore. They allow you to take any equipment for active water entertainment, sun loungers, umbrellas. There are rowing and kayaking clubs. Covered with fine gray volcanic sand.
The sea is not deep, allows you to relax with your children. Dangerous waves are rare. A walking park with a eucalyptus grove adjoins the recreation area. It is pleasant to sit in it during the heat, enjoying the unusual aroma of trees. It is one of the most popular recreation areas of the resort. There are a large number of hotels and restaurants on the coast.
Lady's Mile, Limassol
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Sand and pebble Lady's Mile, stretching along the coast for 5 km, is considered the largest and most beautiful beach in the country. It is located to the west of the resort, occupying the coast of the Akrotiri peninsula. The sand is much softer than on other beaches of the resort. Conventionally, the recreation area is divided into three sections, serviced by different private companies. Among them, the Captain's Cabin beach is considered the most popular. It organizes a large selection of outdoor activities for adults.
Away from the safe swimming area is a water sports center. Here you can rent a jet ski, rush on a boat, try your hand at swimming in a real canoe, take windsurfing and diving lessons. Equipped with playing areas for football, volleyball. There is even a special playground for water volleyball.
Outside the territory there are tables for snacks and competitions in board games. This is a simple, semi-wild beach with sparse vegetation, sandy flat coast. It is easy for him to take long walks. At the same time, reach the famous Limassol salt lake, admire the flocks of pink flamingos, herons, and other migratory birds.
Curion, Limassol
Located on the southern coast of the island, not far from the archaeological park “Kourion”, the main archaeological site of Cyprus. Being on top of the coastal cliffs, it creates a wonderful view of the sea, the beach, the ruins of the stadium, the sanctuary of Apollo Gilata. Resting in such a place filled with the atmosphere of antiquity is doubly pleasant and interesting. It occupies part of the eastern coast of the Akrotiri peninsula and is included in its protected area. There are no special entertainment. It is chosen for a quiet, family vacation.
Covered with sand and small pebbles. Its coast is guarded by rocky cliffs. Near the coast, the sea is shallow with a gentle bottom. At a distance of about 30 m, the sea sharply gains depth. The sea area freely passes the winds, forming large waves. This is used by windsurfers. Organized rental of sun loungers, umbrellas, toilets, changing rooms, showers.
There are no sports equipment rentals. Three private companies are responsible for the infrastructure, cleanliness, and order: the Sunshine fish restaurant, the Chris Blue Beach Cafe, and the Kourion Beach Restaurant and bar. For the quality of service, the purity of the water, the recreation area was awarded the Blue Flag.
Atlantis, Paphos
Lovers of outdoor activities are invited to the wonderful beach of the resort of Paphos or the ancient Byzantine village of Kuvuklia with the famous sanctuary of Aphrodite. Perhaps, as follows from the ancient legend, Aphrodite was born from the foam of the sea depths of this place. The serene atmosphere is conducive to the perception of the legend, the feeling of the unusual atmosphere of the island, which hides many historical secrets on the seabed, among the shores of a cozy bay.
Almost 1400 m of its sand and pebble coast belongs to the Atlantis beach area. At the entrance, the sea is shallow, with a gentle slope, closed by breakwaters. There are areas of shallow water intended for floundering babies. Sun loungers, umbrellas and sports equipment are available for rent. On the shore there are many cozy cafes offering delicious local and European cuisine.
For lovers of outdoor games, comfortable sports grounds are equipped, professional tennis courts of the Geroskipu Club are installed, and water attractions are built. Nearby is the famous Paphos water park with 17 attractions, swimming pools, water slides, waterfalls designed for all ages.
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Coral Bay, Paphos
In the northern part of Paphos on the Coral Bay are the best beaches of the resort. Among them is Coral Bay, covered with myths about Aphrodite. It has the shape of a crescent, covered with fine light sand, surrounded by picturesque limestone capes, sea water of the bay. The area suitable for swimming is 1 km. On the shore is a comfortable modern hotel with a separate exit, private pools. A rich, convenient infrastructure has been created according to European standards.
Large parking lot, rental of sports equipment, boats, boats, children's and sports grounds, equipped place for diving training. Entrance is allowed without payment. Near the recreation area there are cozy cafes and bars.
Sandy beaches of Northern Cyprus
Fans of a relaxing holiday among the unique natural places choose the beaches of Northern Cyprus. There are many of them here: private, belonging to specific hotels. With good service, wild recreation areas.
Among them, the following proposals are considered the most popular:
Which one to choose for families with children
The sea, sun, mild Mediterranean climate, healthy air are needed for all children. The island has many good, child-friendly beaches, modern hotels with clinics for the required profile of diseases.
The choice of a place of rest is proposed to be made from the following proposals:
For holidays with small children, it is best to choose places located in bays that are closed from the wind and sea waves.
Which hotel to choose
Rest in Cyprus involves a preliminary selection of the beach and the hotel. It is useful to know that there are no fenced, closed recreation areas in Cyprus. All beaches smoothly pass into each other. You can walk to them along the walking path that runs along the coast. Hotels occupying the first coastline have the opportunity to equip their recreation area with the issuance of free sun loungers and umbrellas. It should be borne in mind that their cost on any municipal beach is from 5 to 10 € per day. Big sums are coming in. Therefore, the choice of hotel matters.
Coral Beach Hotel & Resort Cyprus 5*
By choosing to stay at this hotel, you can spend an unforgettable vacation in the Coral Bay of Paphos. Its spacious, bright and comfortable rooms overlooking the boundless sea and mountains opened their doors in 1996. Their total number is 422 units. After the renovation in 2012, the hotel has become popular with many vacationers who choose it more than once. The resort hotel has a spa center, a sauna, a bathhouse, hot tubs, 2 outdoor pools with water slides, a gym, 4 bars, 5 restaurants.
There is a hairdresser's on site. Beauty salon, laundry, shops, parking, rental of any sports equipment, car. You can arrange travel to the airport, take part in excursions to the sights of the ancient island. The kids club has modern interactive games, and there is a nursery for the little ones.
The hotel has a sandy beach with its own harbor, Limani tavern, where you can enjoy delicious fresh fish dishes, watch the performance of traditional folk dances. At the same time, any entertainment on the water, active types of recreation are held with the participation of hotel specialists.
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GrandResort 5*
Located at a distance of 11 km from the resort of Limassol. The buildings were erected in 1992. The reconstruction was made in 2018. The main building has 5 floors. Most of the rooms of any category have a beautiful view of the sea. The hotel is located on the first coastline. The sea in this place is shallow with a smooth descent and a sandy bottom. The private blue flag sandy beach is surrounded by a beautiful green area of the hotel with a dense palm grove.
Far from the noisy resort center, you can plunge into the paradise of silence, gentle sea, bright sun. The infrastructure of the hotel makes it possible to swim in private pools, take procedures in SPA centers, test your strength in sports competitions. To do this, the hotel has playgrounds, rental of sports equipment for entertainment on the water.
For children there are playgrounds, safe pools with slides, mini clubs and mini discos. For evening entertainment, adults are provided with several restaurants, bars, nightclubs. Folklore evenings, musical shows, concerts will complement the wonderful rest of young people with joyful emotions.
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The Royal Apollonia 5*
The building of modern architecture attracts attention with its gracefulness against the backdrop of the blue Mediterranean Sea. The view from its huge French windows creates a mood, fills with positive emotions. From the balcony of the hotel you can see the peaks of the Troodos mountains. There is a private sandy beach very close by. Only 5 km separate the residential area from the famous archaeological site of Amathus.
Guests can use the services of free parking, restaurants, saunas, tennis courts, rent any sports equipment for water activities. Take part in walks on the sea, evening events.
There are three swimming pools, one of which is filled with fresh water, a separate children's pool gives you the opportunity to swim serenely at any time. There is an interesting Japanese restaurant Akakiko on site, as well as international dining options Dionyssos. A luxury hotel is considered the best place to stay in this recreation area.
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Adams Beach Hotel 5*
If the choice of vacation spot is made in favor of the most beautiful beach in Europe, Nissi Beach, then it is difficult to find a better place to stay than this hotel. It is located at a distance of 2.5 km from the center of the resort of Ayia Napa. The hotel offers about 380 rooms of different levels of comfort. In the new Deluxe Wing building, the design of the recreation area is distinguished by luxury, unusual design, and a romantic atmosphere, confirming the high conditions for recreation in the beloved part of the town.
Seven restaurants, cafe bars provide any level of food, entertainment. Everything is provided here for recreation with small children, the elderly, cool youth groups. On the sandy beach of the hotel near a beautiful bay, it is always clean, tidy, well-groomed. There are rental services, training sports centers, swimming pools, saunas, baths, Olympic SPA salon, and a gym.
There is always something to do with the little guests, letting their parents go about their business. Nearby are interesting ancient sights. They are easy to see along with excursions organized by the hotel experts.
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Venus Beach Hotel 5*
The modern 7-storey building of the hotel is located next to the archaeological site of Cyprus, the Tomb of the Kings in the vicinity of Paphos. The famous Coral Bay is 15 minutes away. Next to the elegant hotel, located on the first coastline, there is a very cozy, clean beach of natural sand. Comfortable rooms, friendly service, extended infrastructure offers of the hotel are among its advantages highly appreciated by vacationers.
Most of the rooms offer an unforgettable panorama of the surroundings of the sea, the nearby green hills of a quiet corner of the resort. For guests, the hotel offers spa salons, conference rooms, baths, saunas, swimming pools, numerous services for children of any age. Aerobics classes, active games on sports grounds, entertainment among the sea waves are available in any form and with the obligatory control of the rescue service organized on the private beach. By renting, for example, a bicycle, you can see many sights of the surroundings.
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Four Seasons Hotel 5*
Being in this hotel, owned by a private owner, vacationers are immersed in a world of extraordinary beauty and luxury. The hotel buildings are located on the beach area of the resort, covered with beautiful tropical garden plants. The hotel was built in 1993. After renovation in 2018, 304 rooms of different comfort appeared in it. All rooms are decorated with modern materials. There are rooms in penthouses. They are popular with lovers of romantic getaways.
Several restaurants, cafe bars provide an excellent dining option. Guests of the hotel dispose of the services of the treatment rooms of the SPA center, indoor pool, sauna, special relaxation zone. In the sports center you can take a course for a beginner diver. The hotel has all the conditions for a relaxing holiday without worries about food, the safety of young children, entertainment. Soft sand, deck chair, umbrella, wonderful sea with a gentle slope are nearby.
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Mediterranean Beach Hotel 4*
Impeccable service, friendly service, infrastructure of the hotel allowed him to receive many awards and prizes in the field of tourism. Accommodation in cozy rooms has long become popular with numerous guests of the resort. The hotel is located on the first coastline. Only 20 m separate the hotel grounds from the beautiful sandy beach with golden sand, awarded with the Blue Flag distinction, the sparkling surface of the beautiful lagoon. Six floors of the hotel building, located in a semicircle, as if guarding a cozy recreation area.
The elegant hotel rooms are not categorized below deluxe. They offer views of the island, garden, pool, sea. The hotel has several restaurants. Archipelage is considered the main one, located on an open terrace with a magical view of the sea. The hotel has a multi-level outdoor pool with an artificial waterfall, a cave.
Nearby there is a sunbathing area with sun loungers, umbrellas, a small children's pool with safe water slides. This is important during the holidays, when numerous algae appear in the bay. During your stay, the hotel offers free parking, beauty salon services, entertainment on equipped sports grounds, the possibility of families with children of any age.
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Elias Beach Hotel 4*
Located on the sandy coast of the eastern part of the resort. It operates its own sports club at a distance of 7 km from the building. Guests are delivered to it free of charge. The complex is surrounded by a beautiful park with exotic plants. Among the well-groomed alleys there is an interesting chapel of St. Elijah, where wedding ceremonies often take place. There is a wide Sunset pier on the beach.
It often hosts evening entertainment events for guests. The beach is decorated with umbrellas made of decorative reeds, sun loungers with white waterproof mattresses, provided free of charge. The entrance to the sea is gentle with an equipped pontoon. Meals are organized according to the “All inclusive” type. For children's entertainment, The Little Monsters club operates.
Its programs include sports games, a children's disco, drawing and folk art lessons. Adults spend time not only on the beach, but also on various sports grounds of the club, participating in entertainment programs on the water. Any equipment for this can be taken from the hotel rental service.
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Lordos Beach Hotel 4*
This place is most often chosen by lovers of water sports. You can learn diving, windsurfing, water skiing under the guidance of experienced instructors. The hotel is located on a private beach in Larnaca Bay. Accommodation is offered in spacious, equipped with modern appliances, beautifully furnished rooms. Many of them have balconies with amazing views of the Mediterranean Sea. There are swimming pools for adults and children, a special sun terrace, tennis courts, a golf course, a kids club.
Meals are served in restaurants and bars. A variety of dishes of Mediterranean and European cuisines are offered. The complex is a 15-minute drive from the city center and is popular with vacationers. There is a beauty salon, parking, laundry, three comfortable conference rooms on the territory. Fans of traveling to historical places can visit the famous Larnaca Fort, the ruins of Kition.
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Vassos Nissi Plage Hotel & Spa 4*
This is one building with 126 rooms. The hotel is located at a distance of 50 m from Nissi Bay with two well-known Nissi Beach and Nissi Bay of the Ayia Napa resort, which have a unique infrastructure of entertainment and recreation, popular with young people. The alternative beaches of the hotel are the recreation areas of Gonia, Makronisos. Interesting swimming pools with fresh water overflow are equipped on the territory.
This allows you to swim from one pool to another. Children have a special section of the pool. A playground is equipped, animation entertainment programs, an evening disco are held. The hotel's restaurants offer children's menus. Nearby is a beautiful garden with rare palm trees, a green lawn used for sunbathing. Sports events are offered to be held at the playgrounds for various games, a gym, a golf club. The beauty salon offers numerous procedures for body and face care.
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