Cyprus Travel Guide

Cyprus, by full name Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), the “child homeland” as it is used in Turkey, is a pleasant travel route that can be preferred for short or long vacations, where you can do many cultural activities besides the sea, just a few hours away from Istanbul by plane. In this article, which is a Cyprus travel guide, you will be able to find detailed information about places to visit in Cyprus, enjoy reading!

About the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus

Another good thing about going from Turkey to Cyprus is visa-free, passport-free We can easily switch. Another thing that makes Cyprus attractive is of course its warm weather throughout the year. A wonderful climate where you can experience 300 days of summer… In winter, you can imagine that you can swim even if there is a sea, and after 2 hours you can be at the beach.

Casino paradise of old, new travel route now, our little brother Cyprus, With its 9-year-old history and orchids that you cannot see anywhere else in the world, it is an ideal route for an expedition that is much more beautiful than you expect. It is also the third largest island in the Mediterranean.

Many beautiful places to see in a wide range, from Güzelyurt to Karpaz, are waiting for you in the Puppy Vatan.

Places to Visit in Cyprus

The first traces of settlement in Cyprus belong to the Neolithic Age. Home to many different civilizations, the island carries many traces of famous names and periods. Therefore also Things to see and do in Cyprus the list is quite long. The list of things to do is quite long, from hiking in the Beşparmak mountains to castles smelling of history, to sea sports suitable for different tastes, where you can sunbathe on the warm sands of the Mediterranean.

If we examine the places to visit city by city;

Nicosia

Nicosia is located in the middle of the island of Cyprus. It is the island's most populous and bustling city, as well as the capital. We can also say that the heart of Cyprus beats, in fact, it is the most active point of the island.

Nicosia is divided into two as North and South Nicosia and with this feature, it is known as the only capital city in the world divided into two. After the reunification of Berlin, only Nicosia remained as the capital which was divided into two. The line that divides Nicosia into two is called the Green Line. The north of the green line is inhabited by Turks and the south is the region where Greeks live. The buffer zone is under the protection of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force. The current borders of the Green Line were determined during the Cyprus operation. The premiere of Derviş Zaim's film Shadows and Faces, which tells the Cyprus events, was held on the Green Line, and nowadays, opening a common market is on the agenda. Even this feature alone makes Nicosia worth seeing…

Going by reading about the recent history of Cyprus or watching movies about history will make many things you see there more meaningful for you.

NicosiaşPlaces to Visit in a

• Selimiye Mosque (St. Sophia Cathedral); It is considered the largest, most magnificent religious building and the most important gothic architectural work in Cyprus. As can be understood from the change in its name, it started to be used as a mosque when it was a cathedral.
• Great Khan; The Büyük Han, which is known to have been built by the Ottoman Governor Muzaffer Pasha in 1572, is one of the most important Turkish monuments in Nicosia. It is an important cultural property in terms of its architectural and historical value.
• Nicosiaşa Walls; The Venetians built new ones instead of the old walls in order to be protected from the Turks who were about to enter Cyprus. These new walls, which started to be built in 1567, were designed in the form of a circle, with 11 bastions and 3 gates.
• Kyrenia Gate;  There were 3 important gates and 3 important crossing points on the walls that define the borders of the old Nicosia city. Kyrenia Gate is one of these important entry-exit points.
• Nicosiaşwill be seen in ağprivate places; Bedesten, Mevlevi Lodge, Venetian Column…

Gazi Mağuses

Famagusta is to Cyprus what Eskişehir is to Turkey. If you ask why, it is a full university city. Eastern Mediterranean University keeps the social life of the city alive. Famagusta has a deep harbor on the Porsuk river in Eskişehir.

 Gazi Mağplaces to visit in usa

• Salamis Ruins; This city, which was formed by the migrations that started at the end of the Bronze Age, first hosted the tribes from Anatolia or the Achaeans from Cilicia.
• Othello Castle; The castle, which was built to protect the city of Famagusta, was built by the Lusignans in the 14th century. It is used as one of the main entrances to the city. As we are used to from European castles, this castle was surrounded by a deep ditch for protection.
• Venetian Palace; The Venetian Palace is the new royal palace built by the Venetians on the ruins of the palace built by the Lusignans in the 13th century. It is said that the columns used on the facade of the palace, which was built in the 16th century and still standing, were taken from the ruins of Salamis.
• Lala Mustafa Paşa Mosque; The mosque, which was built between 1298 and 1312, draws attention with its Gothic architecture. It has taken its place among the most beautiful Gothic structures of the Mediterranean basin.
• Gazi Mağto see in usağprivate places; Kantara Castle, Magusa Castle, St. Nicholas Cathedral, Namık Kemal Dungeon

Girne

Kyrenia and its surroundings, located in the south of Northern Cyprus, is the most popular holiday region of the island. Most of the Cyprus photos you see were probably taken in this region 🙂 It is quite easy to reach Kyrenia from Nicosia, it is possible to reach Kyrenia in 35-40 minutes by bus.

Places to Visit in Kyrenia

• Kyrenia Castle; Kyrenia Castle is at the top of the list of must-sees in Cyprus.7. Although the renovation process of this castle, which was built to protect the city against Arab raids in the 1373th century, was interrupted in 1570 due to the Siege of the Genoese, it continued again. When the Venetians captured the castle, they rebuilt it according to the Ottoman attacks, but despite these measures, they handed over the castle to the Ottomans in XNUMX. It accompanies the Greek architecture in Kyrenia very well.
• Buffaveneto Castle; This building, which was the prison of the old and the castle of the new, was called the Lion Castle. The castle, which was built at 950 meters, is also the owner of the title of Buffavento, which means "not giving in to the wind". It is possible to watch the magnificent Nicosia view from the castle. 
• Bellapais Abbey; The monastery, which takes its name from the French, is also called the Peace Monastery. You should definitely see this monastery, which is one of the most beautiful gothic works of Cyprus. This gothic monastery, 10 minutes away from the city center, should be on the must-see list. Although some of it is ruined, its magnificent view should not be missed.
• Icon Museum (Archangelos Church); The museum, which is an old church, was converted into a museum after the establishment of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Its high tower can be seen from anywhere in Kyrenia. Icons collected in and around Kyrenia are exhibited in this museum. 
• Sunken Ship Museum; The Sunken Ship Museum in Girne Castle is a must-see for anyone interested in the sea and shipwrecks. The ship exhibited in the museum is thought to be the oldest ship ever found. The 15-meter-long ship was discovered in 1965 by a sponge fisherman when it was three meters deep and was brought to the surface by University of Pennsylvania researchers. It is estimated that this ship, which set off from Rhodes from the West, sank here on its way to the East.
• st. Hilarion Castle; Located 10 km from Kyrenia, the castle is one of the ideal spots to watch a beautiful Kyrenia landscape like Bellapais.
• Hz. Omer Lodge; Located on the coast, 4-5 km from Kyrenia, this white building is one of the important religious visitor points in Cyprus. It is thought to have been built for the spread of Islam in Cyprus. 
• Kyrenia Harbor; It is one of the most important symbols of Cyprus, as I said at the beginning, you actually see this place in many Cyprus photographs. This is the most popular spot in Kyrenia with its Venetian-style buildings, restaurants and cafes. Do not forget to watch the sunset from Kyrenia Harbor.
  

Lefke

• Soli Ruins; Basilica and Ancient Theater can be listed as places to see in this ancient city, which takes its name from the philosopher Solon. This ancient city on the shores of Lefke was founded on fertile lands during its period, but was destroyed by Persian and Arab attacks. 
• Vuni (Vouni) Palace; The palace, which was thought to have been destroyed by the people of Soli, can be visited as an open-air museum today.

Morphou

• st. Mamas Monastery; Located in the city center of Güzelyurt, the monastery serves as an Icon and Archeology Museum.

There are also natural caves in the north of the island. There are around 85 natural caves, including the İncirli Cave with its stalactites and stalagmites, and the Sütünlu Cave in İnönü.

Where to Stay in Cyprus

You can choose from large and small hotels in Cyprus, as well as benefit from comfortable villa rental options in Cyprus.

If you want to spend your holiday in a resort with an untouched beach that stretches as far as the eye can see, the most beautiful sea of ​​Cyprus and its unique beach; If you are looking for the right facility to spend a holiday with your family, with its fantastic architecture and entertainment and playgrounds specially designed for your children, Kaya Artemis Cyprus will meet your expectations.

For those who want to be close to the city and with fruit trees, sea view and mountain view, 11 km from Kyrenia. Riverside Garden Resort You can choose the hotel. In addition, you can stay in apartments or bungalows in this resort, which is close to the entertainment center and casinos of Kyrenia, and spice up your holiday with many activity options from aqua park to tennis courts and safari activities.

I wish your Cyprus trip to be full of activities and fun 🙂