Akamas

Akamas.  The Akamas peninsula covers approximately 230 square km and is located on the western tip of Cyprus. It is an area of great natural beauty; the uniqueness of this area for Cyprus, and for the whole of the Mediterranean, is centered on its precious ecology. The diversity of flora and fauna living in this relatively small area is truly impressive. Rare endemic plants grow here and many types of migratory birds live in Akamas or use it in their movements.

A vitally important characteristic of this peninsula is its beaches. Akamas is the last large unspoiled coastal area remaining in Cyprus and one of the very few important sea turtle nesting areas in the Mediterranean.