Cyprus, officially known as the Republic of Cyprus is located on the land mass pertaining to Europe and as well as Asian continents. It is the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea and one of the most popular tourist destinations. Having a perfect blend of Turkish feel in the northern side and the Greek experience on the southern side makes Cyprus a perfect place to view both the cultures at their peak. Cyprus is famous for it’s cultural heritage which has its roots in Greek temples and from the 15th century frescoes.

Lets have a look at some of the most famous tourist locations which are to be visited in Cyprus. The first and foremost place to visit in Cyprus is Agros. Even though Agros is a small village located on the countryside of Cyprus, it has a lot of historical importance in the formation of the city. If you are a tourist searching for the authentic historical places around the world, then Agros should be a must visit place. The name had been brought to the place by 40 monks from Asia in the 11 century. Agros gets its name from the place which the monks have left, Megas Agros. You can find the monastery which had transformed into Virgin Mary’s church today. The monastery was destroyed in 19th century before shifting the valuables and icons to safe places.

One of the most important places you would never miss to visit in Cyprus is Nicosia. Also called as Lefkosia by locals, this city is the capital and one of the largest cities of Cyprus. Nicosia is neatly tucked in the midst of the island and on the River Pedieos. It holds the government building which are the nervous system of Cyprus. The city is divided into two parts namely Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot which are located in the southern and northern parts respectively. Nicosia is the only capital in the world which has the last divided capital with a symbolic wall built in between the city.

If you are interested in mythology and are acquainted with Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty, then you need to visit Pathos (Paphos-Latin; Augusta-Turkish). Paphos is the capital of Paphos District and is a coastal city located in the southwest of Cyprus. The city too is divided into two locations namely Old Paphos and New Paphos. New Paphos is the one which is inhabited currently.

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