The development of the water sources since the independence of Cyprus in 1960, has been impressive if compared with other countries of this size and development level. This can be proven with the existence of the 105 dams and water reservoirs that have been built. The total capacity that these dams can withhold is about 304, 7 million tonnes of cubical metres of water.

Cyprus dams are located in various locations across the island such as in the Paphos district, Limassol district, Larnaca district, Nicosia district and Famagusta district. 

For the full list of the dams you can refer to our Cyprus dams list or you can broswe from the ones displayed below which include a description, some photos and in some cases a video.

Cyprus dams map

Cyprus dams by location (district)

Xyliatos Dam

The Dam of Xyliatos is one of the most well-known sites in the village which is why many local and foreign tourists visit the village of Xyl...

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