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From a sleepy fishing village with a picturesque small harbour and an ancient monastery in the early 1970s, Ayia Napa has become a favourite resort to thousands. Today, even the locals can lose themselves in their own village having been converted into one of the largest resorts of the island. The secret of its success are its beaches of white sand and crystal clear water. Its rugged bays and coves are like nowhere else in Cyprus. And are spread over a coastline extending for 3 miles. With the expected increase in hotel accommodation, there has been a proportional increase in restaurants, pubs, bars, shops, tavernas, discotheques and night clubs.
Accommodation: Over 150 hotels and tourist apartment buildings, ranging from basic B&B accommodation only, to 5-star luxury hotels.
Entertainment: Daytime: water sports are available at all beaches. There is a 'go-cart' track West of town. Day-trips available from the harbour. Most hotels have tennis courts. Nightlife: Lots of sophisticated discotheques and night clubs offer the latest types of music from the UK.
Beaches: The main beaches begin at the harbour and extend approximately 1 miles E. Others are at Nissi Bay 1 miles W of the harbour and Makronissos 1 miles beyond that. Umbrellas and beach beds are available in abundance. Water sports are also plentiful for those who want to indulge.
Eating: With a large number of restaurants and pubs, you can choose from fast food, to local and international cuisine.
Shopping: With a plentiful supply of local and tourist shops, there is always lots of choice whether you want a souvenier or filigree silver, copperware or hand-made lace. | 
