10 Reasons to Visit Cyprus

Cyprus, the largest island in the Mediterranean, the right neighbor of our country is a cute islet. Since Cyprus Island has a typical Mediterranean climate and it is more southerly than Antalya, you can swim in the sea almost in summer and winter. Since most of the year is sunny, it is a place preferred by those who miss the sea from the spring months.

1. Karpas Peninsula

the Karpas peninsula; A peninsula approximately 80 km long and 11 km wide in the east of Cyprus. It starts from the north of the Gulf of Salamis and extends to the Klidhes Islands at the tip of Cape Apostolos Andreas. This is the best preserved, even untouched, area of ​​Northern Cyprus. Karpaz, which has the most fertile lands of Northern Cyprus along with Güzelyurt, also has rich historical ruins. The town of Iskele is located at the point where the Mesarya Plain ends and the Karpaz Peninsula begins. Iskele was called Trikoma until 1974. When the Larnaca Turks settled, its name was changed to Yeni Iskele, because the Turks called Larnaca Iskele. The walls of the Icon Museum in Iskele are filled with EOKA and Enosis inscriptions from pre-1974. The Icon Museum is a Byzantine church built in the 12th century, and its walls are decorated with paintings that seem to have been made in the same period. The oldest icons of Cyprus are exhibited here.

2. Othello Tower

Othello Tower was built by the Lusignans in the 14th century to protect the harbor against a possible enemy attack. Another place to visit is the Othello tower. In 1492, this castle was turned into an artillery bastion by the Venetians. At the entrance of the castle, the name of the captain Nicolo Foscarini, who gave the castle its final shape, is written under the relief of Saint Mark's winged lion used by the Venetians. It is rumored that Leonardo da Vinci, while in Cyprus in 1481, gave advice to the Venetians about the defense system of the city. The fortress consists of towers one after the other and corridors ending with artillery batteries. The dining hall and the dormitory above it, built right next to the wide courtyard, date from the Lusignan period. Some of the cannons in the courtyard of the castle are Ottoman and some are Spanish. Iron cannonballs belong to cannons, and stone cannonballs belong to catapults.

3. Soli Ancient City

The current name of the castle comes from the times when Cyprus was under British colonial rule. The Ancient City of Soli is one of the places to visit when you go to Cyprus. Soli is an ancient city located on the shores of Lefke, near Gemikonağı. Soli, one of the ten kingdoms on the island of Cyprus, was first founded in BC. It is estimated that it was founded in the early 1st millennium BC. It is said that the name of the city is based on the Athenian philosopher Solon. . The city, which lived in prosperity during the Roman period, expanded towards the sea. However, it lost its importance with the filling of the port and the closure of the copper mines, and finally, it was completely abandoned as a result of the Arab raids in the 7th century.

4. Vuni the palace

We should definitely not forget the Vuni Palace. The palace was built to keep the city of Soli, about 6 km away, under Persian rule, at a time when there were uprisings against Persian rule in Cyprus. The construction of the palace was completed in four years and it had 137 rooms. The building has three main parts, these are the Temple of Athena at the top, the palace and other temples just below the temple, and the houses below them. These three sections were built on three different terraces sloping from the hill towards the sea.

5. Hz. Omer Tomb

Hz. Ömer Tomb is one of the places of religious visit of Muslims living there today. When we head towards the beach for about a kilometer from Çatalköy, we see a white building high up on the beach. Hz. In this building, known as the Ömer Tomb or Lodge, there are the tombs of seven Islamic mujahideen whose names are unknown.

6. Dervish Pasha Mansion

Another work of the Ottomans is the Derviş Pasha Mansion. The mansion is located within the walls of Nicosia in the Arabahmet District, which preserves its historical environment in the most intense way. The mansion is named after Derviş Pasha, the person who published the newspaper "Zaman", the first Turkish newspaper in Cyprus, after its owner.

7. Mevlevi Lodge Museum

Another of the most important historical places in Cyprus is the Mevlevi Lodge Museum. It is located just ahead of the Kyrenia Gate in Nicosia. Generally, the current lodge was built on the land given by a courtier named Emine Sultan in the XVII. YY. It is claimed that it was founded at the beginning and that the uninscribed tomb next to the north-eastern outer wall of the mausoleum buildings belonged to Emine Sultan.

8. Monument Olive Trees

Approximately 2000 huge monumental olive trees, which are taken under protection in the Güzelyurt Kalkanlı region, are 500-800 years old. We do not recommend that you leave Cyprus without watching this historical greenery.

9. Cypriot Cuisine

You should definitely taste appetizers, one of the indispensable flavors of Cypriot cuisine. There are a thousand and one kinds of cyprus appetizers served hot and cold. Hummus, tzatziki, tahini. pickled capers, fried halloumi, celery, tongue, brain and many more that we cannot count…

Coffee culture in Cyprus is also advanced. On August 1, 1571, when the Ottoman Empire conquered Cyprus from the Venetians, coffee came to Cyprus with the Ottoman people. Over time, coffee has become the indispensable drink of the Turkish Cypriot people. Turkish coffee is the name of the coffee preparation and cooking method discovered by the Turks. It has a unique identity and tradition with its special taste, foam, smell, cooking and offering. Cyprus is the place where Turkish coffee is consumed the most compared to its population in the world.

10. Cyprus Hotels

Cyprus, as well as Cyprus hotels up to five stars, Hotel-Apartments, Holiday Villages, Camps, and hostels respond to different tastes and budget quests. Most of the touristic facilities are concentrated in Girne and Famagusta regions. But it should not be forgotten that the magnificent Karpaz Peninsula will develop a lot in the near future. You have the opportunity to choose between 5, 4 and 3-star Cyprus hotels in European standards. Cyprus hotels It has the options you want and all kinds of accommodation. You can also own Cyprus hotels with package tours.

Cratos Cyprus is the newest and most luxurious resort on the island. Cratos Cyprus, located in the city of Kyrenia, has managed to impress its guests with its magnificent location and beach. Cratos Cyprus and Casino is a hotel that has adopted the principle of providing the highest quality service to its valued guests. You can try your luck in Cratos Cyprus, which has the biggest Casino on the island of Cyprus. You are invited to have a pleasant time listening to the famous artists who take the stage every week in Cratos Cyprus, especially during the summer months, and to spend a pleasant time in the hot summer nights of the Mediterranean. Cratos Kibris Hotel is in a central location, only 5 minutes from the city center of Kyrenia. The magnificent structure of the Cratos Cyprus Hotel has been designed to offer its guests a dream holiday and unlimited entertainment. The services and activities of Cratos Cyprus Hotel are provided by expert staff to ensure that you enjoy your holiday without any problems.

Kaya Artemis Resort Hotel takes its name and structure from Artemis, a mythological temple. It awaits you for a holiday with its unique architecture, luxurious facilities and a unique peaceful atmosphere. Kaya Artemis Resort, with its four seasons holiday atmosphere, untouched beach, exotic beach, seductive fantastic architecture with the most beautiful sea and unique beach of Cyprus, entertainment and playgrounds specially designed for your children, pampering comfort and spending time together with your family. brings you a unique peaceful atmosphere where you can spend your time. Very close to the Karpaz area, where Cyprus's pristine beaches are located. Rock Artemis Resort Hotel is an ideal hotel for a perfect Cyprus holiday with its unique architecture and unique beach. In addition, Kaya Artemis Resort & Casino, which has the distinction of being the largest tourism investment made directly to Northern Cyprus, is the largest hotel in the whole island in terms of number of rooms.

Enjoy the privileges of accommodation in Cyprus hotels and the historical beauties of Cyprus with a trip to Cyprus.