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The name “Paralimni” means “by the lake” since it is situated next to a lake
(that dries up during the summer). It has been the administrative centre of
Ammochostos (Famagusta) district since the Turkish invasion in 1974, when it
became the temporary administrative, economic and cultural centre. It is also
the district’s main shopping hub offering a big selection of shops.
Protaras, the seaside resort of Paralimni, has been developed as a tourist
resort in the last 20 years. It is well-known for its golden sandy beaches, safe
and crystal clear waters, water sports activities and the hundreds of windmills
in the sprawling fields. Some of the best beaches are Fig Tree Bay, Konnos
Bay and Pernera Beach.
Worth seeing are the many Byzantine and medieval churches in the wider
Paralimni area and in surrounding villages.
Main places of interest:
Church of Panagia (Virgin Mary)
Church of Profitis Elias
Dherynia Folk Art Museum
PARALIMNI - PROTARAS
Sotira Byzantine churches and Ecclesiastical Museum
Avgorou Ethnographic Museum
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