Kyrenia

A bustling, attractive waterfront town, Kyrenia lies on the foothills of the “Five Finger mountain range”.  An area teeming with beauty and history, Kyrenia is guaranteed to offer a truly unforge Read More

Famagusta

Originally a small fishing town, Famagusta flourished during the Lusignan (Frankish) period, when it became the most   important trading centre between Asia and Europe. Its importance and wealth can Read More

St. Nicholas Cathedral

The breathtaking 14th-century Gothic Cathedral of St. Nicholas, which has since been transformed into a mosque named Lala Mustafa Camii, is one of the most important monuments in Famagusta, Northern C Read More

Othello’s Tower

Probably the most famous part of the Venetian walls surrounding the city of Famagusta has to be the Citadel, also known as Othello’s Castle. Originally built by  the Lusignans it was later comp Read More

Famagusta City Walls

At the zenith of its wealth and status, the walls around the town of Famagusta, North Cyprus undoubtedly had ample to defend. The city of Famagusta was first fortified by the Lusignans Kings, followed Read More

The City of Salamis

Just north of Famagusta lies the remains of the city of Salamis originally founded by a hero from the Trojan War, Teucer in 1100 BC.  The city swiftly flourished, and became the most important metrop Read More

St. Barnabas Monastery

The beautiful monastery of St Barnabas is only a stone throw away from the city of Famagusta.  It’s relaxing and spiritual aura will stay with you long after your return home.  Set among a mini fo Read More

North Cyprus Promotional Video

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Read More

The Karpaz Peninsula

With incredible beaches and breathtaking mountain scenery, the Karpaz Peninsula, also known as the “panhandle” never ceases to amaze. With its wild scenery untouched by mass tourism it is an area Read More

The Sea Turtles

Northern Cyprus has an abundance of sea turtles – the green turtle (chelonian mydas) and the loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta).  Unfortunately both of these species are endangered.  Scientists h Read More

Lefkoşa

Nicosia, the 1000 year old capital of both North Cyprus and the ROC without a doubt should be on every visitor’s agenda. Capital since the era of “Richard the Lion Heart”, it is the only divided Read More

Nicosia City Walls

The old part of Lefkosa is surrounded by impressive defensive walls, originally built during the medieval times. The Crusaders constructed strong defensive walls, complete with tall towers designed to Read More

St Sophia Cathedral

St Sophia Cathedral is another formidable example of Gothic Architecture, resembling the Parisian Cathedral of “Reims”.  Constructed by the Lusignans in 1209 it took just over a century to comple Read More

The Great Inn

The Great Inn (or caravanserai) was constructed in 1572 by the Ottomans. It was used to accommodate travellers and merchants from all over Cyprus and Turkey.  Equipped with all essentials, from stabl Read More

The Venetian Column

In the middle of Saray Square is a grey granite column, known as the Venetian Column. It originally came from the temple of Jupiter in the ruins of the city of Salamis, Famagusta. In 1489 the Venetian Read More