Paralimni, Cyprus

Paralimni successfully combines tradition with an international culture. In the Byzantine times the village was made up of a number of small rural communities. The ancient city of Lefkolla was based here during Hellenistic times but no evidence of this can be found today.

Found on the southeast fringe of Cyprus, Paralimni has the largest community found on this plain and is known as "Kokkinochoria”, taking its name from the red earth that is found here. The sea, to the south of Paralimni is just 6.5 km away and an area of around 5km to the east of Paralimni falls within the Paralimni municipality. This area is known as "PROTARAS"(Fig Tree Bay) and has experienced considerable growth in both its economy and in tourism over recent years.

Paralimni successfully combines tradition with an international culture. In the Byzantine times the village was made up of a number of small rural communities. The ancient city of Lefkolla was based here during Hellenistic times but no evidence of this can be found today.

The largest of the rural communities from the Byzantine times would have been located between the old village and the gymnasium that exists today – where the church of Ayios Demetrios can now be found. This conclusion has been drawn from various evidence found close by, including settlement remains found in nearby fields, and various other artefacts which have been turned up by local farmers ploughing their fields. Of note are the various Byzantine coins which have been discovered here.

The settlements offer an uninterrupted view of the sea – a location which can perhaps be attributed to the departure and later destruction of the area. Arabs raided Cyprus in the 7th century - pirates mounted the shores and plagued those living on the island, raiding local villages along the sea shore.

In an attempt to defend themselves and their village, locals moved the village away from the sea front to ensure it was not visible. This would explain why the settlement in Ayios Demetrios was abandoned. Locals moved to an area which now forms a central part of Paralimni, hidden from view.

The numerous chapels found throughout Paralimni, often in uninhabited parts of the old village suggest that there were other small settlements in the area that have consequently been abandoned or have merged to create the new village of Paralimni.

To the west, between Paralimni and Sotira you will discover a seasonal lake – from which Paralimni took its name. This is the lowest area within the region and is filled with the rainwater that falls in Paralimni and neighbouring hills. The lake is formed every winter and lasts through to summer, attracting migrating birds in need of water along with various other species of birds, creating a glorious natural habitat.

Situated on the outskirts of Paralimni you will find Karayiannas Complex 2. The complex is comprised of high quality 1, 2, 3 bedroom and penthouse apartments that each have an allocated parking space and all share a lift and communal pool. All amenities, including banks, hypermarket, schools, shops etc can be found just a two minute walk away from the complex.

Paralimni successfully combines tradition with an international culture. In the Byzantine times the village was made up of a number of small rural communities. The ancient city of Lefkolla was based here during Hellenistic times but no evidence of this can be found today.
Found on the southeast fringe of Cyprus, Paralimni has the largest community found on this plain and is known as "Kokkinochoria”, taking its name from the red earth that is found here. The sea, to the south of Paralimni is just 6.5 km away and an area of around 5km to the east of Paralimni falls within the Paralimni municipality. This area is known as "PROTARAS"(Fig Tree Bay) and has experienced considerable growth in both its economy and in tourism over recent years.

Paralimni successfully combines tradition with an international culture. In the Byzantine times the village was made up of a number of small rural communities. The ancient city of Lefkolla was based here during Hellenistic times but no evidence of this can be found today.

The largest of the rural communities from the Byzantine times would have been located between the old village and the gymnasium that exists today – where the church of Ayios Demetrios can now be found. This conclusion has been drawn from various evidence found close by, including settlement remains found in nearby fields, and various other artefacts which have been turned up by local farmers ploughing their fields. Of note are the various Byzantine coins which have been discovered here.

The settlements offer an uninterrupted view of the sea – a location which can perhaps be attributed to the departure and later destruction of the area. Arabs raided Cyprus in the 7th century - pirates mounted the shores and plagued those living on the island, raiding local villages along the sea shore.

In an attempt to defend themselves and their village, locals moved the village away from the sea front to ensure it was not visible. This would explain why the settlement in Ayios Demetrios was abandoned. Locals moved to an area which now forms a central part of Paralimni, hidden from view.

The numerous chapels found throughout Paralimni, often in uninhabited parts of the old village suggest that there were other small settlements in the area that have consequently been abandoned or have merged to create the new village of Paralimni.

To the west, between Paralimni and Sotira you will discover a seasonal lake – from which Paralimni took its name. This is the lowest area within the region and is filled with the rainwater that falls in Paralimni and neighbouring hills. The lake is formed every winter and lasts through to summer, attracting migrating birds in need of water along with various other species of birds, creating a glorious natural habitat..