such as Antiphonitis Monastery, Bellapais Abbey and St. Hillarion Castle.
The capital city Nicosia, which has 35.000 population, is political and business district of the country. This city provides main framework of the country with its business centers, two universities and an international airport. Church of St. Nicolas and Arab Ahmet Mosque are the places worthy to visit in Nicosia. |
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Famagusta is one of the oldest cities in Cyprus and it is situated in the northern east coast of island. Famagusta has lots of world class resort hotels-casinos for accommodation and many ancient buildings such as Othello Tower, Salamis Ruins and St. Nicolas Cathedral to visit.
The other important city is Güzelyurt which means “beautiful city” in English. This city is known with its large fruit gardens and it is called the water store of the island with its high water capacity. St. Mamas Monastery and Church and Vouni Palace are the historical places which must be seen in Güzelyurt. |
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Necessary Telephone Numbers:
Police |
155 |
| Hospital |
112 |
| Fire |
199 |
Language:
The local language is Turkish but English is spoken and understood throughout the country.
Transportation:
International transportation is provided by Kyrenia port and Ercan Airport in Nicosia.
Accommodation:
Northern Cyprus has many accommodation alternatives such as small family hotels, luxury-resort hotels, holiday villages and self-catering villas.
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