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Complete list of 15 national parks in Cyprus

A wild and biodiverse peninsula in northwestern Cyprus, the last large undeveloped coastal area on the island. Features the Avakas Gorge, Lara Bay, Mediterranean forests, endemic plants, and habitat f

Akamas

An urban national forest park on the southeastern edge of Nicosia featuring a mix of planted and natural Mediterranean vegetation, an environmental education center, walking trails, cycling paths, and

Athalassa

A coastal national forest park at the southeastern tip of Cyprus featuring dramatic sea cliffs, sea caves, crystal-clear waters, and unique coastal Mediterranean vegetation. One of the most visited na

Cape Greco

A nature reserve encompassing the summit area of Mount Olympus (Chionistra), the highest peak in Cyprus at 1,952 m. Protects endemic black pine forests, Phoenician juniper, and serpentinophilous grass

Chionistra

A critical turtle nesting reserve on the western Akamas coast, protecting nesting beaches for endangered green turtles and loggerhead turtles. One of the most important sea turtle conservation sites i

Lara-Toxeftra

A mountainous national forest park in the Pitsilia region featuring Calabrian pine forests, the historic Machairas Monastery, and habitat for the endemic Cyprus mouflon. The park includes several natu

Machairas

A nature reserve in the Adelphi Forest of the Pitsilia region, containing unique ecosystems including the only black pine forest in Cyprus, stands of pure golden oak, and diverse endemic flora on the 

Madari

A small urban national forest park near the Pedagogical Academy in Nicosia with man-made vegetation, walking paths, and recreational facilities. One of the earliest declared forest parks in Cyprus.

Pedagogiki Akademia

A coastal national forest park surrounding the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite. Features dramatic coastal rock formations, Mediterranean scrubland, and important geological formations along the sout

Petra tou Romiou

A nature reserve in the Troodos Mountains protecting native black pine and Phoenician juniper forests. Named after the bitter almond trees found in the area, with important endemic plant communities.

Pikromiloudhi

A peri-urban national forest park located north of Limassol, featuring planted pine and eucalyptus forests, picnic areas, walking trails, and a dam. Serves as an important green space for Limassol res

Polemidia

A riverine national forest park along the Liopetri River near Ayia Napa, one of the first declared forest parks in Cyprus. Features wetland vegetation, fishing spots, and a traditional fishing shelter

Potamos Liopetriou

A national forest park near Larnaca featuring planted Aleppo pine and eucalyptus forests, nature trails, a playground, and picnic facilities. An important green belt providing recreation space for the

Rizoelia

The largest and first declared nature reserve in Cyprus, located in the Paphos Forest. Home to the famous Cedar Valley with native Cyprus cedars, endemic Troodos golden oak, and the endangered Cyprus 

Tripylos

The largest national forest park in Cyprus, encompassing Mount Olympus (1,952 m), the highest peak on the island. Features dense pine forests, endemic flora, and a network of nature trails through the

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