[INLINE] Cyprus Nature Trails -
Kavo Grekco		Akamas | Pitsilia | Kavo Grekco |
National Forest Park Of Athalassa |
Troodos | Stavros Tis Psokas |
Machairas Forest - Lefkara -
Kato Drys - Vavatsinia |
Kyparissia - Germasogeia Dam
A National Forest Park of the southeastern end of the island between Agia Napa and Paralimni. The uniqueness of the area is not only due to its natural beauty but also to the fact that it offers a wide range of interests such as swimming, diving, towed parachute, fishing, rowing, cycling, riding, climbing, airsports, and hiking. The vegetation is dominated by coastal shrubs of which the most frequent observed species is Juniperus Phoenicea and plants such as chrysanthemums. wild onions, poppies, anemones, mainly in spring time. There are about 300 plant species in the area, 11 of which are endemic. The fauna includes species such as partridge, wood pigeon, crow, owl, as well as a large number of migratory birds, which stop on the island chiefly to rest. These include blackbirds, thrushes etc. Also observed in the area are foxes, hares and various species of bats, reptiles and butterflies. To date, 9 trails have been constructed in Kavo Gkreko - Paralimni area.[INLINE]
click to see a larger map

Konnoi - Spilia Kyklopa (Cyclop's Cove)

[INLINE]
Starting point: Konnoi Beach
Length: 2,4 kms
Time: 1 hour.
Points of interest: A walk along the coast leading to natural coves, the best known of which is the Cyclop's cove. A kiosk operates on Konnoi beach.

2.Konnoi - Agioi Anargyroi

Starting point: Konnoi Beach
Length: 1,4 kms Time: 1/2 hour
Points of interest: A walk along the coast which ends at the little church of Agioi Anargyroi, built over a sea cove which, according to tradition, was the home of St.Kosmas and St.Damianos.

3. Agioi Anargyroi (Circular)

Starting point: Church of Agioi Anargyroi
Length: 2.3 kms Time: 1 hour
Points of interest: Dense vegetation, mainly Juniper Phoenicea, and a picnic site.

[INLINE]
4. Agioi Anargyroi - Thalassines Spilies (Sea Caves)

Starting point: Church of Agioi Anargyroi
Length: 4 kms Time: 2 hours.
Points of interest: A beautiful walk along the coast. The sea caves are accessible only by sea and the area is suitable for diving.

5. Thalassines Spilies (Sea Caves) (Circular)

Starting point: Agia Napa-Kavo Gkreko road, 6 kms east of Agia Napa.
Length: 3,6 kms Time: 2 hours
Points of interest: A walk along the coast which at certain points is very steep and craggy.

6. Kavos

Starting point: Old quarry, parking area
Length: 2,5 kms Time: 1 hour
Points of interest: An old quarry, a large number of fossilized marine organisms, and a vantage point at the peak of the Cape from which one can see as far as the Stavrovouni Monastery. On a very clear day the heights above Haifa in Israel, are visible. The impressive cliffs are suitable for climbing.

PROTARAS AREA
There are three trails in this area which is well known for its golden sandy beaches and its windmills.

[INLINE]
7. Profitis Ilias - Konnoi Beach

Starting point: The little church of Prophet Elijah. Access from the Kavo Gkreko - Paralimni Road. The trail leads to Konnoi Beach.
Length: 8,5 kms Time: 3 1/2 hours
Points of interest: A view from the little church of Profitis Ilias. Chapels of Agioi Saranta and Agios loannis.

8. Panagia - Agioi Saranta

Starting point: Church of Panagia (the Virgin) (300 metres to the left of the Kavo Gkreko - Protaras Road) to the Church of Agioi Saranta
Length: 2,5 kms Time: 1 hour

9. Panagia - Agios loannis

Starting point: Church of Panagia (the Virgin) (300 metres to the left of the Kavo Gkreko - Paralimni Road) to the chapel of Agios loannis.
Length: 2,8 kms Time: 1 hour

Back to main Trails Page


[INLINE]
[Location][Weather][Links][Kastoria][Daily News][Akamas]["Live-Chat"][The Cyprus
Problem][FoodGuide][Tourist Guide][Picture Tour][Cyprus-Cafe "Chat-Board"]
[ Cyprus Airways][Add A Link][ Fresh produce][Hotel Guide][Diary of Events]
[Business Section ][Guestbook ][Rent A Car][Search Our Page

For corrections,additions or suggestions please send E-Mail to :argiris@cosmosnet.net
Since January 12 1996: You are visitor number[INLINE]
This Site Is Maintained By Argiris (Gary) Zias
Designed and produced by CosmosNet.
Copyright ©1996-2000 CosmosNet
All Rights Reserved.