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Green Line

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Green Line

Green Line

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Green Line refers to the UN Buffer zone, a demilitarized zone across the island that was established in 1964, as a result of the bi-communal disturbances. However, it was after the Turkish invasion and military occupation of the northern part of the island in 1974 that got its current eeriness. Until today, the UN buffer zone splits the capital in two. The Green Line and the ghostly buffer zone with its abandoned, ruined houses, and bullet-ridden old airport give Nicosia a somewhat otherworldly feel.

The Shacolas Tower houses a museum which combines a modern museum with an unimpeded and striking panoramic view of the entire city. It can be found on the 11th floor of the tower. It contains photographs and descriptions of Old Nicosia, and a multilingual documented history. The tower’s has an observatory with various-sized telescopes and is open daily from 10am to 8pm.

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Ledras – Onasagorou Street

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Ledras – Onasagorou Street

Ledras – Onasagorou Street & Laiki Geitonia

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Ledras and Onasagorou streets in the old city are also ideal for shopping, with shops that can accommodate every age and style. The Streets invite you with open arms with their great little cafes, restaurants and welcome you for a traditional Cyprus coffee. Delicious cocktails, dinners and lunches are on offer so just walk around and choose what you fancy. From midday the two streets and their surrounding neighbourhoods slowly gather momentum into a buzzing area where you can spend your days and evenings in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere that has established this particular district as a favorite amongst the locals. Walk along Makarios Avenue and Stassicratous Street which incorporate upmarket clothing, accessories, jewellery shops and mobile network stores. The Makarios Avenue is named after the first President of Cyprus, Archbishop Makarios III, and is one of the main shopping areas in the capital’s centre, packed with top-of-the-range shops and brands.

Laiki Geitonia is a zone in the old area of Nicosia between the east of Lidras Street and north of the D’Avila Bastion. Its narrow cobbled streets are chock-full of traditional Cyprus architecture and churches and the neibourhood contains many restaurants, cafes, and souvenir shops.

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Eleftheria Square (Freedom Square)

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Eleftheria Square (Freedom Square)

Eleftheria Square (Freedom Square)

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Eleftheria Square (Greek: Πλατεία Eλευθερίας) literally meaning Liberty Square, is the primary square in central Nicosia, the capital city of Cyprus. At the intersection of Ledra and Onasagorou streets, it provides access to the avenues of Stasinou, Omirou, Kostaki Pantelidi, Konstandinou Palaiologou, and Evagorou. The English translation of the name is Liberty Square. In the past, the square was designated as Metaxas Square, an appellation derived from the Greek statesman Ioannis Metaxas. A competition was organised in 1974, and the new name was selected on the recommendation of the Mayor of Nicosia at the time. It is situated beneath the Venetian fortifications of the mediaeval city in the town centre. On the D’Avila bastion of Nicosia, the town hall commands a panoramic view of the square, with Ledra Street providing access to its northern wing. The undertaking requires the implementation of intricately designed bespoke materials and concepts. Liberty Square was not initially incorporated into the Venetian wall’s construction. During the British Cyprus era, which occurred at the end of the 19th century, when the island was under the dominion of the British Empire, it initially manifested as a bridge. Wooden bridges were built to facilitate transportation as the city grew beyond the fortifications of the Middle Ages. Established in 1882, the Hajisavvas Opening was initially constructed of timber but was subsequently substituted with a sturdy concrete structure that continues to stand today. Nicosia offers something for every type of traveller, be it an interest in contemporary culture, ancient history, or the landscapes of Cyprus. Have fun exploring!

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Archbishop’s Palace (St John’s Cathedral & Byzantine Museum)

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Archbishop’s Palace

Archbishop’s Palace

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It was no ordinary Archbishop who lived here; it was Cyprus’ first ever president, the famous Archbishop Makarios III himself. It is now the Palace for the serving Archbishop. Within the same courtyard, one can find the Byzantine Museum and Art galleries, the Cyprus Folk Art Museum and St. John’s Cathedral.

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Venetian Walls

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Venetian Walls

Venetian Walls & Famagusta Gate

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The first walls surrounding Nicosia were built by the Franks in the 14th century and encircled a greater area than the Venetian walls built in the 16th century that still encircle the old town. When the Venetians had sovereignty of Cyprus, they pulled down the Frankish walls because they were out dated against new weapons as was artillery. When the Venetians occupied Cyprus, they pulled down the Frankish walls because they were outdated comparing to new weapons such as artillery.

Famagusta Gate is the most important of the three gates of the Venetian Walls of Nicosia in the eastern part of the walls in Old Nicosia. Built in the the 16th century by the Venetians in order to defend the city against the Ottoman Turks. Originally named Porta Guiliani after Giulio Savorgnano, the designer of the walls. In 1980 the Gate was restored and it is now used as a cultural centre.

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Faneromeni Square

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Faneromeni Square

Faneromeni Square & Church

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Faneromeni Square is an important historical site located within the historical Venetian walls of Nicosia (Cyprus was conquered by the Venetians). It hosts a number of historical buildings and monuments including the Marble Mausoleum, the Faneromeni Church, Faneromeni School, and the Faneromeni Library. The square is surrounded by several neoclassical buildings fhousing predominantly Greek, as well as, local Cypriot architectural influences.

Faneromeni Church is one of the largest churches of the capital, and was built in 1872. The marble mausoleum to the east of the church contains the relics of the bishops and priests executed by the Ottomans on July 09, 1821. Opposite the church is Faneromeni School, one of the most historic academic institutions on the island.

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“ Top things to SEE & DO “in Nicosia

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15 Things to do in Cyprus

Top things to SEE & DO

Nicosia

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Famagusta Gate in Cyprus Famagusta Gate in Cyprus

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Famagusta Gate

Famagusta Gate is the most important of the three gates of the Venetian Walls of Nicosia in the eastern part of the walls in Old Nicosia. Built in the the 16th century by the Venetians in order to defend the city against the Ottoman Turks.

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Faneromeni Square & Church in Cyprus Faneromeni Square & Church in Cyprus

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Faneromeni
Square & Church

Faneromeni Square, is an important historical site located within the historical Venetian walls of Nicosia (Cyprus was conquered by the Venetians).

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A.G Levenis Gallery in Cyprus A.G Levenis Gallery in Cyprus

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A.G Levenis Gallery

The Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia: The history of the city of Nicosia, from ancient times to the present, constitutes a complex of traditional buildings on Hippocrates Street no.15-17.

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Laiki Geitonia (Traditional Pedestrian Quarter) Laiki Geitonia (Traditional Pedestrian Quarter)

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Laiki Geitonia (Traditional Pedestrian Quarter)

Laiki Geitonia is a zone in the old area of Nicosia between the east of Lidras Street and north of the D’Avila Bastion. Its narrow cobbled streets are chock-full of traditional Cyprus architecture and churches and the neibourhood contains many restaurants, cafes, and souvenir shops.

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The Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios Mansion in Cyprus The Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios Mansion in Cyprus in Cyprus

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The Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios Mansion

The Archontiko (mansion) of Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios is the house where the dragoman Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios and his family lived between 1793 and 1808.

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Old City Architecture

With its 5000 yearlong history, walking is the ideal way to get a feel for the character, history and continual cultural development of Nicosia (Lefkosia). Despite its historical difficulties, Nicosia is still the heart of Cyprus.

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Nicosia Beautiful Villages in Cyprus Nicosia Beautiful Villages in Cyprus

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Nicosia
Beautiful Villages

Kakopetria – Kalopanayiotis – Pedoulas – Askas – Fikardou
Short distances and modern road networks will facilitate your trip and afford you the opportunity to experience the wild beauty of the Cypriot countryside.

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Venetian Walls in Cyprus Venetian Walls in Cyprus

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Venetian Walls

The first walls surrounding Nicosia were built by the Franks in the 14th century and encircled a greater area than the Venetian walls built in the 16th century that still encircle the old town.

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Green Line in Cyprus

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Green Line

Nicosia is the only divided city in Europe after Turkey invaded the island in 1974 and occupied the northern part of Cyprus. There is a UN buffer zone which splits the capital walking near the green line evokes an eeriness.

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Nicosia Monasteries in Cyprus Nicosia Monasteries in Cyprus

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Nicosia Monasteries

Machairas – Kykkos – Agios Iraklidios – Lampadistis
The Mesaoria region, scattered with small villages and ancient monasteries, lies west of Nicosia. If you’ve got your own means of transport, it’s a great day out from the capital.

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Shacolas Tower Museum & Observatory in Cyprus Shacolas Tower Museum & Observatory in Cyprus

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Shacolas Tower Museum
& Observatory

The Shacolas Tower houses a museum which combines a modern museum with an unimpeded and striking panoramic view of the entire city. It can be found on the 11th floor of the tower.

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Archbishop’s Palace & Byzantine Museum in Cyprus Archbishop’s Palace & Byzantine Museum in Cyprus

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Archbishop’s Palace
& Byzantine Museum

It was no ordinary Archbishop who lived here; it was Cyprus’ first ever president, the famous Archbishop Makarios III himself.

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Old City Little Cafes & Restaurants in Cyprus Old City Little Cafes & Restaurants in Cyprus

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Old City Little
Cafes & Restaurants

Onasagorou & Ledras Streets invite you with open arms with their great little cafes, restaurants and welcome you in for a traditional Cyprus coffee.

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Nicosia UNESCO Churches with Frescoes in Cyprus Nicosia UNESCO Churches with Frescoes in Cyprus

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Nicosia UNESCO Churches with Frescoes

Of the ten churches nine are situated in the District of Nicosia: Ayios Nikolaos tis Stegis (St. Nicholas of the Roof.

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Shopping at Makarios Avenue, Stassicratous & Ledras Street in Cyprus Shopping at Makarios Avenue, Stassicratous & Ledras Street in Cyprus

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Shopping at Makarios Avenue, Stassicratous & Ledras Street

Walk along Makarios Avenue and Stassicratous Street which incorporate upmarket clothing and jewelry shops.

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Lefkara Village & Mountainous Villages (Orini) of Larnaka

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Lefkara Village & Mountainous Villages (Orini) of Larnaka

Lefkara Village & Mountainous Villages

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The mountainous village of Lefkara is split into Pano Lefkara and Kato Lefkara (higher and lower Lefkara), and is world-renowned for its traditional handicrafts of lace embroidery and filigree silver. The village is situated at the foot of the Troodos Mountains in the south eastern region, 650 m above sea level and 43 km from Larnaka. The village took its name from the lime stone rocks of the region (Lefka Ori – White Mounts – Lefkara). Its character is very picturesque with narrow, winding streets and traditional architecture of old, terracottaroofed houses. The women of the village are often sat outside their picturesque homes, creating the world renowned ‘Lefkaritika’ lace pieces that have been made in the village since Venetian times and are on the UNESCO Intangible World Heritage List. Among the village’s interesting sites are the Local Ethnological Museum of Traditional Embroidery and Silversmith-work, the old fountain, the old olive mill and Oliva Terra – Ktima Sofokleous, where you can stroll through the olive tree orchards and learn all about the island’s ‘liquid gold’. The village also has beautiful ancient chapels, including the church of Holy Cross (Timios Stavros), and the chapel of Archangelos Michail in Kato Lefkara, with frescoes that date from the 12th and 15th Centuries AD. The Mountainous Villages (Orini) of Larnaka offer a breathtaking change of scenery and atmosphere thanks to its elevation. Here, tradition has been ardently retained, along with local pastimes and small folk-art industries. The stunning environs have remained largely untouched, and nature’s rich palette is further enhanced by traditional architecture and old churches and monasteries. Among the most popular villages to visit are Tochni, Skarinou, Kato Drys, Vavla, Ayioi Vavatsinias, Ora and Odou. All are ideal for visiting on a day trip and offer many varied sights as well as a traditional warm welcome.

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Palm Tree Promenade (Phinikoudes) Beach Seafront

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Palm Tree Promenade (Phinikoudes)

Palm Tree Promenade (Phinikoudes)

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Larnaka’s most famous promenade of Phinikoudes (Palm Tree) is a 600 meter long stretch that combines coast, entertainment and culture along its palm tree lined length. The sands are fine and varying shades of brown and beige, and the sea waters are calm and shallow, flanked by the marina with its pier and fishing harbour at one end, and a second pier and the Medieval Fort at the other. Facilities on the Blue Flag beach include toilets, showers, changing rooms, sun beds, umbrellas, dustbins, recycling bins and beach bars, whilst the strip is also lined with cafes, bars, restaurants, kiosks, hotels and entertainment establishments, as well as benches and abundance of greenery. The beach is home to various water sports, and also hosts major sporting tournaments on its sands, as well as concerts on its Seafront Stage. As such, it attracts all crowds, and is particularly popular for families both during the day and evening.

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Mckenzie Beach

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Mckenzie Beach

Mckenzie Beach

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The top hotspot of Cyprus. Located near to the site of Larnaka’s old International Airport, the highly popular Blue Flag Mckenzie Beach is a 1 km long strip with fine sands and calm, clear and shallow sea waters, and abundance of greenery. Facilities on the beach include toilets, showers, changing rooms, sun beds, umbrellas, dustbins and a host of cafes, bars, restaurants and clubs that line the strip, including some of the island’s top nightspots. Due to the location of the beach, it is ideal for plane spotting. There is also a wide array of water sports on offer along the strip including a children’s play area and outdoor exercise equipment. Mckenzie Beach attracts an assortment of visitors, families with children, couples and singles during the day. Whilst in the evening it is renowned as a prime location for the excellent night life, with a wide selection of bars and night clubs to choose from.

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