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The South East coast is home to some of the finest beaches on the island, with Ayia Napa and Protaras enjoying long stretches of golden sand, two of the most impressive being Fig Tree Bay and Nissi Beach.

The coastline of Ayia Napa attracts a large number of visitors, mainly due to its long sandy beaches, and the famous nightlife. The Town Square is the central point of Ayia Napa and here you can find bars, clubs, restaurants and shops.

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Ayia Napa Holiday Guide. This Popular Cyprus resort is offers great beach holidays and good value for money.

Ayia Napa Monastery
In Ayia Napa square the 16th Century Monastery is a famous spot for the guests and this gives a different view from the rest of the environment near which is full of pubs, restaurants and discos.

The entrance to the monastery is beside an old fig tree, which leads you to an octagonal central fountain, and the 'Well of Panayia'. As legend goes, the Virgin Mary appeared to the people who were sheltering here, dehydrated from the sun and showed them a drinking spring which saved their lives.

Thalassa - The Municipal Museum of the Sea
This museum aims to promote and preserve the marine life of the island, from pre-historic times to present day. In the centre of the resort, the museum displays marine artefact's and runs educational programmes. The artefact's on display include ceramics, engravings, sculptures along with some seascape paintings by Cypriot and Greek artists from the 19th and 20th centuries.

Makronissos Tombs
One of the areas most interesting discoveries, this ancient burial site can be found just west of the village in the Makronissos area.

The Farmhouse
Gives a great insight into the Cypriot peasant farmer's simple lifestyle and his relationship with the land.

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The Ayia Napa Festival
Every September this festival is held and takes place in Seferis Square at the Monastery. The festival shows the history, culture and various traditions of Cyprus, and includes concerts, drama performances, operas and traditional Cypriot folk dancing.