- Address: Paralimni, Famagusta, Ayia Napa, 5280
Lake Paralimni is the largest freshwater pond in Cyprus , once a habitat for many fish, snakes and birds. In recent years, the state of the lake is on the verge of ecological catastrophe, as this area has become not favorable for the habitat and reproduction of animals.
From the history
Lake Paralimni (with the Greek "at the lake") is located near Ayia Napa in the south-eastern part of Cyprus . In fact, it is a lake only in winter, when it is filled with rain water. In summer the lake completely dries up and serves as a place for growing crops. The first inhabitants appeared in this area in the Hellenic period, when Cyprus was often raided by pirates. Cypriots (inhabitants of Cyprus) still find cooking utensils and coins near the Paralimni lake, which date back to the 15th century.
Features of the lake
Until recently, the territory of Lake Paralimni served as a habitat for Cypriot snakes, as well as many animals and birds. Cyprian is perfectly floating, hunting frogs and fish, but it is absolutely safe for humans. In 2012, a European court fined the government of Cyprus for failing to protect the population from extinction, as well as for a conniving attitude to its habitat - Lake Paralimni. This was facilitated by the fact that active construction is being carried out on the territory of the natural range of this species of snakes. According to environmentalists, over time, construction can completely destroy the ecosystem of Lake Paralimni.
Neighborhood and attractions
The closest towns to Paralimi are Famagusta , Latakia and Paralimni, which is the administrative capital of the region. Until 1974, Paralimni was more like a village, now it is a modern city with a developed infrastructure. Paralimni is one of the most popular resorts located on the east coast of Cyprus. This is due to the fact that almost all year round there is warm weather, which attracts tourists from all over the world. That is why more and more foreigners prefer to invest in the development of this tourist city.
The city, located near the lake Paralimni, has a rich historical past. It is home to a large number of landmarks, protected by the state. The most famous of them are:
- the church of St. Barbara;
- the church of St. Demetrios;
- the Church of St. George;
- a monument to Thassos Mark.
How to get there?
To get to Lake Paralimni, you need to fly to one of the largest cities in Cyprus - Larnaca or Ayia Napa . Directly at the airport, you can change to a bus that trains to the lake. The journey takes about 30-40 minutes.
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