Cyprus Mail12 Jun 2026

Xeros and Diarizos valleys move closer to Unesco biosphere reserve status

The Xeros and Diarizos river valleys are set to become Cyprus’ first Unesco biosphere reserve areas to promote environmental protection, sustainable development and cultural preservation, the environment commissioner announced on Friday.

The proposed reserve area covers a large area in the Paphos district and includes 32 communities....

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