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Cape Greko National Park

Explore the multitude of intriguing nature trails lined with pine trees and
a diverse botanical splendour whilst pausing to take in the spectacular

views from the sea cliffs looking down to the beautiful Mediterranean
Sea. Many benches are spread out along these trails to take a break from
the walk and admire the surroundings in stillness. One of these nature

trails forms part of the European Long Distance Trail E4, running from
Cyprus to Gibraltar. Then there’s the Aphrodite nature trail which

stretches 2 km along the North-East coast of Cape Greko which doubles
up as a Cultural Route due to the mythical birth place of Aphrodite. A
lovely monument to visit is the tiny white washed church of Agoi

Anargyroi with steps that lead down to the sea where there is a place
where Holy water runs. Another trail leads to the ‘Cyclops’ cave where

there is a picnic site close by. Specially made cycling paths are strewn
throughout. Cyprus has the ideal climate for cycling all year round with
low annual rainfall and light winds. Thirty foot high limestone cliffs have

caves which have been hewn by Mother Nature. Taking a boat trip along
the coast you will see that they are really striking, which is why they have

been aptly named the ‘Palaces’. Cape Greko has warm sea temperatures
ranging from 16oC to 28oC and visibility reaching up to 40 metres. For
this reason, and not to mention the wonderful scenery and the marine

life, this area is very popular with divers.

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