Destinations / The most popular places to visit in Cyprus / Polis

 

  Polis is a wonderful beach town situated in the south of Cyprus, in the half of the island that is controlled by Greeks. The picturesque landscape is beautified by rocky hills, lush green meadows and lazy beaches. The climate in this region is typical Mediterranean and the best time to visit the town is in spring, when the temperature average is about 24°C. Polis comprises a population of about 3,000 people, represented a not realy developed region in the island, but the tourists loved to enjoy the time in this peaceful and relaxing place. Later it became an amazing town, one of the fastest growing one in Cyprus, one astonished paradise due to its proximity to the most famous and excellent beaches. During the summer time, its Lara Beach becomes an enclosed area in town. The Lara Beach Turtle Stations were founded to protect the nesting green and loggerhead turtles that find their home here. The sleepy town of Polis is swinging by rugged mountains and is embraced by a patchwork of citrus groves and vineyards, transformed into a place that is perfect for a peaceful vacation, where the mother nature is dominating.

 

 

  The town’s whitewashed houses, the original Orthodox Church domes with the hidden courtyards, are a great proof of the disappearance of the original styles. The enchanting charm of the city lies in watching the life of the natives that go very slowly by. Despite of its fast growing, Polis will still remain undiscovered, preserving the unforgettable chirruping of cicadas, that still fascinate the locals. Polis was firstly mentioned in guidebooks in the 1980s, appearing as a backpacker haunt, but today  it is one of the wonderful towns that attracts the travelers  itself. Polis features round a central plaza , which is a charming market for daily needs, offering the best local produces. After sunset the stalls from the market are replaced with restaurant tables full of meze and local fish, which is very fresh and delicious.

 

 

   Polis is a great spot full of attractive destinations. It is a perfect base that offers access to the variety of landscapes of rocky promontories, sleepy monasteries and peaceful beaches, creating the rich and undrawn western regions of Cyprus. Polis offers a great look over the Chrysochou Bay to the Akamas Peninsula which represents a nature conservation area that includes hiking trails veiled by mythological legends. The coastline that surrounds the town and the mountain villages offer a original authenticity of a Greek Cipriot hospitality culture and traditional cuisine, with a magnificent flora and fauna that occupy the region.

 

The town of Polis is remarkable for  holding the best romantic sites, close to the place where the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite used to meet her love, Adonis. The whole surface of the town has been lovely blessed by Mother Nature and combines the majesty of the mountain with the sea and plain. The seas of Polis are splendid , during the summer night are cool and an ideal spot for romatic meetings. Polis is the hidden refuge for physical relaxation and for an enjoyable recreation. Those who wish to escape from the daily routine here will find a place full of extasy, of silence and peace, in an environment full of hospitality and creativity. No doubt that Polis is the destination that worths a visit, because the tourists will be enchanted and deeply surprised due to the harmony between the nature and the old and archeological structures. Choose this fantacstic and incredible town while you plan a trip in Cyprus and you will never get disappointed or bored. Here you will find the relaxation and leisure that you are looking for.

 

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