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Ayia Napa History
Ayia Napa which nowadays is transliterated in English language as Agia Napa has gained much popularity mostly for its sandy beaches. It is situated in the far eastern side of Cyprus. However, apart from its attraction as a perfect family holiday resort, it has recently become a capital for 'party’ alike Rimini, Ibiza, and Mykonos. Of late, Ayia Napa has become very much popular among the Grime artists of UK for gigs in its buzzing venues and clubs.
History
According to the local legend, the currently famous original icon got discovered unintentionally by one hunter who was looking for his prey. The original icon of Virgin Mary, upon discovery, was regarded as Virgin Mary of Napa. Ultimately it got shortened and is now known as Ayia Napa. The contemporary monastery, created in 1500, was developed surrounding the cave, in admiration of Ayia Napa’s Virgin Mary. According to the native tradition, no one stayed within nearby environs of Ayia Napa until 1790. The inhabitants who first settled there were 20 men from Greece, Salonica and thus started Ayia Napa village.
Recently, Ayia Napa has become tantamount with holidays, and attracts tourism from all around Europe particularly for it beaches, climate, and the newly emerged clubbing scene.
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Ayia Napa History
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