Cyprus

Nature

Northern Cyprus

Northern Cyprus, officially the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), is a de facto state comprising the northern third of the island of Cyprus. It is recognised only by Turkey, with the international community considering it territory of the Republic of Cyprus under Turkish military occupation. It extends from Cape Apostolos Andreas in the northeast to Morphou Bay in the northwest, with Cape Kormakitis at its westernmost point and the Kokkina exclave west of the mainland. A buffer zone controlled by the UN forms a barrier between both sides of the island and runs through Nicosia, the is...

Temples & religious sites

Church of Cyprus

This venerable Orthodox church is said to have been founded by the Apostle Barnabas and looks back on a long history, having gained autocephalous status in 431. Centered on its archbishopric seat in Nicosia, it offers a window into the traditions of the Cypriot Orthodox faith.

Temples & religious sites

Saint Sophia Cathedral

This Gothic cathedral was converted into a mosque and is considered the largest and oldest Gothic building in Cyprus. Inside, you can explore its unique interior, where traces of both the cathedral and the mosque remain.

Museums & galleries

Cyprus Museum

A museum showcasing a broad range of ancient Cypriot artifacts, the largest and oldest of its kind in Cyprus. It's conveniently located on Museum Street in central Nicosia.

Castles & palaces

Kyrenia Castle

Kyrenia Castle is a 16th-century castle in Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus, built by the Venetians on the site of a Crusader-era fortress. Within its walls stand a 12th-century chapel and a shipwreck museum, both worth visiting together.

Castles & palaces

Saint Hilarion Castle

A castle set in the Kyrenia Mountains of Northern Cyprus, once a fortress guarding the mountain pass between Kyrenia and Nicosia. It's considered the best preserved of the range's three historic fortresses.

Castles & palaces

Buffavento Castle

Buffavento Castle is a fortress in Northern Cyprus whose exact construction date is unknown, though it's believed to date from the Byzantine era. Its blend of Byzantine and Frankish architecture makes it a fascinating stop for history-minded travelers.

Nature

Limassol Salt Lake

The largest inland lake on the island of Cyprus, located in the Akrotiri Dhekelia area. It's a peaceful spot for a quiet walk while taking in the open lake views.