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Karaoğlanoğlu Şehitliği

Karaoğlanoğlu Şehitliği

This site is a war memorial and museum located on the coast of Kyrenia. It commemorates the 1974 landing operation. Visitors go here to view the memorial monuments and explore the museum, which houses exhibits and artifacts related to the conflict.

Getting There

The memorial is located just outside the main center of Kyrenia. It is accessible by car or taxi, typically taking about 5 to 10 minutes to reach from the city center depending on traffic.

Visit Duration

Allow approximately 1 to 2 hours to walk through the memorial grounds and view the displays inside the museum.

When to Visit

The site is outdoors and exposed to the coast, so visiting during the cooler morning or late afternoon hours is advisable, especially during the summer months. It does not typically experience heavy crowds, though it may be busier during national holidays.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its location, this site can be combined with other historical landmarks in the region. Nearby points of interest include:

  • Acheiropoietos Monastery (4.8km)
  • Saint Hilarion Castle (5km)
  • Kyrenia lighthouse (1907) (7.1km)
  • Kyrenia Castle (7.3km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Acheiropoietos Monastery

Temples & religious sites

Acheiropoietos Monastery

The ruins of a medieval Byzantine Orthodox monastery in Lambousa, near Kyrenia. Located close to the village of Lapithos, it makes a nice stop along a quiet coastal walk.

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Saint Hilarion Castle

Castles & palaces

Saint Hilarion Castle

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Kyrenia lighthouse (1907)

Views & landmarks

Kyrenia lighthouse (1907)

This lighthouse stands at the mouth of Kyrenia's old harbor, fitting in with the cozy scene of yachts and small boats that fill the port today. Built alongside the breakwater, it has outlived its original function and now remains as a landmark of the harbor.

7.1 km away
Kyrenia Castle

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.

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Kyrenia Mountains

Nature

Kyrenia Mountains

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9.6 km away
Bellapais Abbey

Temples & religious sites

Bellapais Abbey

Bellapais Abbey is a 13th-century monastic ruin set on a hill 220 meters above sea level, overlooking Kyrenia and the Mediterranean. It's just a short climb north from Bellapais village, making it an easy stop for a walk.

11.0 km away