Before it became a popular tourist destination, Protaras was generally unpopulated and was home to more windmills than people. Some of these windmills still stand, and if you stay in hotels in Protaras Cyprus, you may get the chance to see what they add to the landscape in this area. The resort became popular during the 1980s thanks to the beautiful sandy beaches in the area, which appeal to the many different kinds of holidaymakers who visit. The main beach ‘Fig Tree Bay’ offers a wide range of water sports, while in the north, there is great snorkeling in the waters of Skoutari Beach.