Famagusta, or Gazi Magusa as it is known to the Turks, is a major port in Northern Cyprus. Situated on the east coast south of the ancient city of Salamis and just north of the ghost town, known as Maras, the port possesses the deepest harbour in Cyprus.
There are many places of Historical interest to visit as it hosts the finest examples of mediaeval architecture in the Eastern Mediterranean. Also worth a visit is the walled old-city, where you find a large selection of shops for tourists, including jewellers, clothes, souvenirs and confectionary, as well as plenty of restaurants and café bars.
After shopping you may like to visit Palm Beach which is located close by, where you can walk up to the border dividing the Island, as well as experiencing the view of miles of beautiful sandy beaches now “trapped” within the ghost town.
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These spectacular ruins are situated 8 kilometres north of Famagusta. The ancient city of Salamis was constructed by the tribes who moved to Cyprus from Anatolia and Greece towards the end of the Bronze Age.
It takes a couple of hours to enjoy the full extent of the ruins and then, as it is situated right on the coast, you can enjoy a swim in the warm Mediterranean Sea or sunbathe on the beach. There is also a restaurant/café bar located close to the beach.
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Apostle Andreas Monastery
Situated right at the tip of the “Pan Handle”, this is well worth a visit, if only to witness the exquisite mountainous scenery and the beautiful unspoilt beaches during the drive to this remote part of the Island.
The monastery has been inhabited by Greek Cypriot orthodox priests all through the war years and they have been allowed to live here peacefully. You are welcome to enter into the chapel and walk around the rest of the monastery. Down towards the sea there is a tap in the wall where fresh water can be drank which comes from underground springs. It is said that by drinking the water you will regain your youthful looks!
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North Cyprus offers someof the most beautiful beaches in Europe along it's miles of unspoilt coastline.
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Situated 26 miles north of Famagusta and well signposted in the Bogaz area, Kantara is reported to be the place where Isaac Komnenos surrendered to Richard the Lionheart in 1191. From Bogaz it is at least a 45 minute drive and although the route up into the mountains is fairly narrow, it is very driveable with regular passing places along the way.
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