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Protaras is a seaside resort town in the Famagusta district of southeastern Cyprus, adjacent to the popular tourist destination of Ayia Napa. It is famous for its long stretches of golden sandy beaches and crystal clear Mediterranean waters, especially the landmark Fig Tree Bay, one of Europe's Blue Flag beaches for swimming and water sports. The city has a relatively peaceful atmosphere and is suitable for families, with a good range of hotels, restaurants and entertainment facilities.
Protaras has a typical Mediterranean climate, with warm, dry summers, mild, rainy winters and plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty, including sea caves and coastal trails, and the nearby islet reserve is a sea turtle habitat. The city is set against a hilly backdrop and offers breathtaking views of emerald green valleys and blue seas.
The area is characterized by traditional Cypriot culture, with folklore festivals often held in the summer. Visitors can visit ancient churches or take part in outdoor activities such as hiking and sailing. Conveniently located about an hour's drive from Larnaca International Airport, it is an ideal base for exploring the historical sites and natural beauty of Cyprus' east coast.
Lushan is a county-level city under the jurisdiction of Weihai City in Shandong Province, located in the southeastern part of Shandong Peninsula, east of the Yellow Sea, and named after the large Lushan Mountain in its territory. It is a famous hometown of longevity, coastal tourist attraction and oyster production area in China.
Lushan has 182 kilometers of coastline, Silver Beach Tourist Resort is famous for its gentle slope and flat beach, fine sand, and is known as "the first beach in the world". Dashan Coastal Tourism Resort integrates mountain and sea landscape with health culture, and is a national 4A-level scenic spot. Local oysters are produced in abundance in the area, with the annual output ranking the first in the country, and the Oyster Culture Festival is held every year.
With a beautiful environment and excellent air quality, the proportion of centenarians reaches the standard of the United Nations Longevity Township. The economy is mainly based on marine industry, tourism and modern agriculture, and there are provincial economic development zones and Binhai New Area. Qingwei Expressway and Qingrong Intercity Railway run through the whole territory, with convenient transportation, and it is an important marine economic demonstration area in Jiaodong Peninsula.