Over the years, Protaras has changed a great deal. At one time, the city was completely different than what it is now. Its transformation into a tourist city took years to complete, and before that, it had many different characteristics. Some of the historical sites are still on display. If you have a rental car, you can go from one historical spot to the next.
It is believed that Protaras was once the city of Lefkolla. Lefkolla was a small cove with white sand and it is believed to have stood where Fig Tree Bay stands today. Now, in honor of Lefkolla, it is an ancient island that attracts locals and tourists alike. Visitors are encouraged t take car hire to the spot of the ancient islands so they can get an amazing view. The ancient islands are not only a part of the history of the area, but they are also a part of the modern city. They are still gorgeous to this day and they speak volumes about the past of the area.
Ancient islands are not the only things Protaras is known for. Years ago, windmills defined Protaras. They could be seen all over the city. Now, the infrastructure of the city stands on the land that was once occupied by windmill after windmill. Hundreds of windmills stood in the places that now are covered with shops and lodgings. The windmills were replaced with a booming tourist industry.
In the late 1970s, Protaras started to become what it is today. It started to slowly build up its infrastructure in the hopes of become a bigger tourist draw. It started by constructing hotels. The process was slow, but over the years, the lodging for tourists greatly improved and now there are a lot of options for travelers.
The city is still working on building up its infrastructure. While it has come a long way from the city known for its windmills, it still has plans for building the city up even more in order to accommodate more tourists.
Right now, though, the city still appears to be somewhat unspoiled, which is perfect for the person who wants a nice, quiet beach vacation. The city is removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and gives people a sense of relaxation when they visit.
Like other cities in Cyprus, Protaras has a rich history that can be visited. With your rental car, you can go from one historical site to the next when you are in Protaras. The rich history should be explored while you are in the area. You can see parts of how the city started and compare them with what the city has become. It is amazing to see a city that tourism built.
The rich history can be enjoyed much more if you have a rental car. With a rental car, you do not have to be slowed down on your pursuit of the history of the area. You can see it all and not have to worry about making arrangements for transportation.
