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We can find the main Cyprus attractions in its natural beauties. This beautiful island has dreamlike maritime and mountainous accidents, allowing access to different places. All of them are dissimilar from each other. In this context, Cyprus' waterfalls deserve a special mention. Many of them are in the Troodos Mountains, immersed in lush vegetation.

April 1 is a significant date in Cyprus's recent history: it commemorates the Greek Cypriot insurgency's beginning against the British. It started in 1955, and it was the way of saying enough to British rule on the island.

If something defines the island of Cyprus, it is its most extensive mountain system: Troodos. This geographical feature is in the center of the island and has its culminating point on Mount Olympus, with a maximum height of 1,952 meters above sea level.

The Church of Cyprus is considered one of the oldest Independent Orthodox Churches globally, sharing a common doctrinal core among themselves, but they are not ruled under the same patriarch. For now, The Orthodox Church is made up of several autocephalous churches, which recognize the Patriarch of Constantinople's authority.

December 30, 1963, is an essential date in the history of Cyprus. That day, British Army Officer Michael Perrett-Young grabbed a pencil and drew a green line on Nicosia's map. He did it from one extreme to the other. This "arbitrary" decision had one purpose: to end the fighting between the Greek Cypriots and the Turkish Cypriots.

Greek Independence is a national holiday that is celebrated on March 25. It is one of the most important dates in Greece's history and the countries that are part of its culture and historical heritage. Furthermore, it coincides with the Annunciation to the Theotokos in the Greek Orthodox Church, when the Archangel Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her that she would give birth to the son of God. The celebration commemorates the exact day that the Greeks began to fight for their Independence.

Ayia Napa is synonymous with beauty in Cyprus. Few Mediterranean denominations are so identified with the island. Located in the eastern part, south of Famagusta, Ayia Napa represents Cypriot magic in its entirety and has the origin of its name in a monastery. Ayia means "holy", and "Napa" means "wooded valley".

Kykkos Monastery is one of the most iconic sites in Cyprus. Throughout history, it has occupied a central place in the island's future. To find its founding date, we must go back to the 11th century, the times of the Byzantine emperor Alexios Kommenos. His foundation finds the foundation stone in Saint Isaiah, who dwelt in the mountains of Marathas. His relationship with the island's commander, Manuel Boutimis, and a series of miraculous events, described in the monastery's ancient manuscripts, explain the origin of the then glorious and historical place. Kykkos is the most important monastery in Cyprus and is dedicated to the Archangel Michael.

According to the data published by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), Cyprus ranks 1st among the EU states in terms of conducting tests. With 35,947 tests per 100,000 population, Cyprus continues to utilize the practice of targeted testing in the community, thus strengthening its policy of continuous surveillance of the epidemiological picture in the country.

Cyprus has several reserves and zoos: Paphos Zoo, Limassol Zoo, and Camel Park. Visiting them is a great plan, especially when you do it as a family. Here we tell you what they are and what is the highlight of each of them. Today, zoos are no longer just entertainment venues and serve essential functions in the conservation of species. They have adapted their structure to teach their visitors about conservationism, creating greater awareness about the plant's preservation. Also, they are centers for animal rescue and genetic conservation, among other qualities.

Kolossi Castle is one of the most striking fortresses from the medieval era of Cyprus. The Order of Malta began its construction in the 13th century. The original castle was destroyed at the beginning of the 15th century, and the existing building was built over its ruins in 1454.

The European Investment Bank (EIB) approved, a few months ago, 76 million euros to finance the construction of a new power plant. The chosen site is on the outskirts of Limassol and the building will be carried out by the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) for a cleaner energy transition.