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What are the most popular destinations?

What are the most popular destinations?

 

• Cyprus: The legend says that Aphrodite, the goddess of love, was born from the foam of the sea on the banks of Paphos, so Cyprus was called the “Island of Love”, which seems to have won the hearts of millions of tourists this year, especially the Lebanese. Transfer from east to west, from Ayia Napa to Polis, I spend a lot of time on this island to get to know its features, the cost of the trip will be approximately $ 4000, according to a local travel agency, if you want to visit all of Cyprus for a week and sleep in a three-star hotel. Visit ancient castles and monasteries, hills, wander through the woods, meet wildflowers and walk ancient farming roads. Don't be surprised if a stranger greets you on the streets; Good manners are usually in this country, where the family receives tourists with a smile. Sunbathe in Larnaca before you head out to discover the city and its appreciation at Piérides Museum. Then head to Nicosia to travel through its historical monuments and museums to ancient times, and taste classic dishes in their ancient restaurants, before undergoing a massage in the “hammam”. Go to the Troodos Mountains where you can go hiking, cycling and visit beautiful Byzantine churches. Take the car and head to Limassol and stop at the Neolithic site of Choirokoitia. Dedicate two days to relax in the diverse landscapes and try the delicious restaurants in the second city on the island. The next day, set out to discover the nearby site of Kourion. Return to Paphos with its mosaics and mysterious Tombs of the Kings. Stay in one of the many country houses on the Akamas Peninsula, near the south's most beautiful beaches, such as Lara Beach. And do not forget to stay up in Ayia Napa until dawn, when you will also be able to visit medieval monasteries, or enjoy wandering ships in the middle of the sea.

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• Greece: Find yourself in Greece, where the colors of the sky mixed with flowers and vegetables at sunset hour address the soul, and get rid of the burdens of daily life. It is not necessary to enumerate the tourist places in this European country, as they are very numerous. Tourists flock to the coast of the mainland and the Greek islands, especially Crete, Corfu and Rhodes. If there is an image that sticks in your memory, it is the small white buildings with blue shutters. But it's hard not to stop in Athens, where the Acropolis reflects the country's rich history, just like Mount Olympus and its divine mythology. So why not immerse yourself in antiquity and consider yourself a Greek god? Take advantage of the festivals and take a walk in the natural parks. Don't forget to visit Mykonos for a stroll down the magical Matoyianni Street: you'll find the famous 3000th-century windmills that protected the city there, as well as the fully functioning Pony Mill, which belongs to the collection of the Agricultural Museum of Mykonos. And if you want to learn about the economic and cultural history of the region, head to the Aegean Maritime Museum and the Folklore Museum to learn more. As well as Santorini, where you will be dazzled by the light from the archipelago caused by the mixture of volcanic land and the Mediterranean sun. The rock paintings are evidence that the island has been inhabited since prehistoric times, as it is rich in the remains of the Minoan civilization from the Bronze Age, and the rest of the Hellenistic or Roman occupation. Oia is the most beautiful village in the archipelago with houses hanging over a void and beautifully decorated churches. The cost of traveling to Greece to Athens, Mykonos and Santorini for a week in a three-star hotel is about $XNUMX.

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• Turkey: Despite the explosions that occurred on its land, Turkey is still one of the most sought-after tourist destinations this year, thanks to its climate, heritage and culture, which make it a distinctive tourist area that combines the West and the East. This will be evident to you by visiting its antiquities and museums. Istanbul is a major station that should not be excluded with its palaces and mosques, which are considered an Ottoman and Byzantine song, unlike Ankara, which reflects modernity. In addition to history, it is possible to enjoy the distinctive natural sites, as you can discover the rocky Cappadoce and the Cotton Palace in Pamukkale. Turkey's attractiveness also lies in its delicious dishes, so do not hesitate to visit it. Do not forget to frequent Marmaris, which is located in southwestern Turkey and is made up of mountains covered with pine trees. You can board one of the yachts and cruise ships, before eating, as Marmaris offers countless fast food restaurants. Visit the castle restored by Suleiman the Magnificent and the quaint old town with its cobbled streets, and go swimming and sports on the beach. It remains for you to check the safety and security there before your visit to Turkey. 7 nights in Marmaris costs about $800, also in a three-star hotel.

• Croatia: Croatia embraces natural areas that include mountains, forests, gardens, and eight parks, the one that includes Lake Plitvice near Zadar is the most picturesque and the most frequented. Traveling to Croatia is to meet a people who are always festive and generous. The invasion that Croatia experienced made it create a distinctive architectural heritage that includes Roman, Phoenician and Austrian history. Some cities, such as pula and Dubrovnik, will impress you with their rich past, as Croatian museums are keen to preserve their archaeological features. This is in addition to the Venetian palace, Napoleonic forts, primitive Slavic churches, Roman columns, Viennese houses and excellent museums that contain treasures and are symbols of the great moments of European history.

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Do not forget to visit the city of Zagreb, which is famous for its cultural festivities and its world fame. The Croatian coast, with its thousands of islands, offers you an undeniable allure.

 

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