Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Popular Tourist Attractions in North Cyprus

There are many places and monuments of historical importance in North Cyprus. Tourists will find a friendly population and their holiday will become a memorable experience.

Famagusta – Wealthy town

Famagusta is a wonderful place for a day trip, and an excellent base for exploring the area. You can wander amongst the old buildings of the walled town and enjoy the sight of the modern port from Othello's Tower.

Kantara Castle

Kantara lies furthest to the east. At 630m above sea level. "Kantara" in Arabic means a bridge or an arch. This is an appropriate name, as the castle is located at a point which bridges the mountain range and commands views of both the north and the south coasts.

Girne - Kyrenia

Girne is possibly the best holiday area on the island, bringing history to visitors while entertaining them. You can catch the nostalgia by visiting the historic places and travelling around its streets, sensing the smells of jasmine and orange blossom. You can taste its delicious cuisine in the plentiful restaurants and sip your coffee at coffee houses during summer evenings.

Girne or Kyrenia Castle

Castle was constructed to protect the town against the Arab raids in the 7th century. The Shipwreck Museum which houses the oldest recovered shipwreck in history is located here. Another place not to miss is the Bellapais Monastery and St. Hilarion Castle, built once again to defend the island against the Arab raids.

The Karpaz Peninsula

The Karpas covers an important part of the island and extends to 80 kilometers in length and up to 20 in width. It is one of the most unspoiled places in the whole of the Mediterranean region. The Karpas is home to an outstanding variety of wildlife and its northern and eastern shores have some of the most beautiful and deserted beaches in North Cyprus - in fact in the whole of the island.

Guzelyurt

This museum is home to a collection ranging from the prehistoric age of Cyprus to the Byzantine period. Also in Guzelyurt is St. Mamas Monastery, dating back to the 18th century and which contains art going back to the 16th century.

These all places are most popular places in North Cyprus which should be visited by everyone, looking for great holidays.

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