Episkopi Desalination Plant

Episkopi Desalination Plant highlights how in Cyprus is more than tourism and farming, building also on processing, logistics and specialist manufacturing. A vital plant that helps meet the water demands of the Limassol area. The site sits within a network of small family-run firms, modern food and construction-material facilities, energy and craft workshops, supported by a steadily digitising infrastructure and clear environmental rules. For travellers interested in economic history or industrial design, this kind of location gives a rarely told side of Cyprus: working plants, port terminals, warehouses, distribution hubs and workshops that guidebooks usually skip. The surrounding area mixes main transport corridors, regional feeder roads and live-work suburbs where production and daily life intersect, illustrating the wider economic role of the region beyond its beaches and historic monuments.

Nearby cities

Mesa Geitonia

Mesa Geitonia is a district and municipality in the Limassol metropolitan area.

Kato Polemidia

Kato Polemidia is a suburb to the northwest of Limassol.

Kakopetria

A picturesque village in the Solea Valley, known for its preserved historic quarter, rushing streams, and the famous Agios Nikolaos tis S…

Pissouri

An authentic Cypriot village perched on a hillside with a separate beach area in a sheltered bay.

Pedoulas

A terraced village in the Marathasa Valley, famous for its cherry orchards and the UNESCO-listed Church of Archangel Michael.

Platres

A sophisticated mountain resort in the Troodos range, famous for its waterfalls, boutique chocolate workshops, and cool summer air.

Mount Olympus (Chionistra)

The highest peak in Cyprus, located in the Troodos Mountains, offering ski slopes in winter and cool hiking trails in summer.

Troodos

The green heart of Cyprus featuring Mount Olympus, cool pine forests, and UNESCO-protected barn-roofed churches.

History & landmarks

Kourion

A spectacular archaeological site perched on a hillside, featuring a well-preserved Greco-Roman theater and intricate mosaics.

Lefkara

A world-famous village for traditional lace and silverwork, with architecture defined by its namesake white limestone.

Kouris River Delta

The mouth area of the Kouris River near Episkopi is an important ecological zone on the southern coast.

Akrotiri Peninsula

The Akrotiri Peninsula is located in the south of Cyprus near Limassol.

Akrotiri Peninsula Coast

The coastline of the Akrotiri Peninsula in southern Cyprus is characterized by wet marshlands and sand dunes.

Nature

Kouris Dam

The largest dam in Cyprus, creating a vast reservoir that is a vital water source and a habitat for birds.

More places

Theater of Kourion

A spectacular Roman theater on a cliff.

Episkopi Bay Griffon Vultures

The cliffs around Episkopi Bay are one of the last breeding sites for the Griffon Vulture in Cyprus.

Fasouri Watermania Waterpark

A large waterpark in Limassol with a wide range of slides, pools, and a lazy river.

Citrus Groves of Fasouri

The area around Fasouri is one of the main citrus-growing regions in Cyprus, producing oranges, lemons, and grapefruit.

Ypsonas Industrial Area

An expanding industrial zone west of Limassol, housing light and heavy industry.

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Kouris Dam Birdlife

As the largest reservoir in Cyprus, it's a crucial stopover for thousands of migratory birds.

Akrotiri Marsh

An important wetland for birdwatching, especially for migratory birds like flamingos and cranes.

Kivides Poultry Production

Represents the large-scale poultry farming industry, a key part of the Cypriot agricultural economy.