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The Capital of Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus

The capital city of Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (T.R.N.C) is acknowledged as only capital in the world that is divided in two parts. In the middle of the city, which is located in the center of the third biggest island in Mediterranean Sea, there is a borderline between Greek and Turkish parts of the island.

The most populated and the most important city of the island in terms of industry, culture, commerce and transportation, is divided in two parts with the border called ''Green Line'' that is under the supervision of United Nations. Nicosia with the history dating back as far as 4,000 B.C., have been under the sovereignty of various different civilizations and it still possesses characteristics of those.

Places to Visit in Nicosia

Nicosia with 6.000 years long history and in which the settlement had been observed throughout the history, successfully impresses its visitors with its places to visit. Architectural artifacts and impacts of different civilizations that had ruled the island of Cyprus throughout the history can still be seen on the streets of Nicosia.

One of the best illustrations of Turkish Architecture in the town, Arap Ahmet Mosque, had been constructed in year 1845. St.Sophia Cathedral that had been constructed between years of 1209 and 1228 is currently acknowledged as Selimiye Mosque. This artifact that is acknowledged as one of the most glamorous religious artifacts in Cyprus, is one of the places that must be absolutely seen in Nicosia. Another place of worship that attracts the attention of visitors is Haydarpaşa Mosque.

Büyük Han (Public House) with two different entrance points is dating back to the year, 1572. Büyük Han possessing the traces of Turkish culture that is present in the island had been built with taxes collected from the public a year after the conquest of Ottoman Empire. The public house that had been used as prison for some period of time and as a shelter for helpless people shortly, is currently an important attraction point with its art gallery, souvenir shops and restaurants. Arasta Street that is located in the same area is also one of the oldest malls of the city.

Derviş Paşa Mansion that is currently used as Ethnography Museum, is among Ottoman artifacts in Nicosia and Cyprus that is one of the most salient and elegant.

The city of Nicosia is surrounded by Venetian city walls that were constructed against Ottoman Empire for the purpose of protection. The city walls with three gates, Kyrenia is among one of the most vibrant places that enter-exit to the city is possible.

Lapidary Museum (Taş Eserler Müzesi) that was built in Venetian style in 15th. century, is located in the east of Selimiye Mosque. In the museum which contains various examples of stonework, tombs and columns from middle ages, The Lion of St.Markis among the artifacts that is the most attention-grabbing.

Nicosia is a vibrant city with its festivals and cultural and art activities, organized throughout the entire year. Chamber Orchestra of Nicosia, The Municipal Orchestra and The City Orchestra has quite nice concerts on their agenda. The Folk Dance Festival that is organized during the month of august every year, is among one of the most followed cultural activities in the city.

Disco, night clubs, casinos, cinema, cafes and bars are among places that people meet, spend some time and socialize. The first place to go for dancing and entertainment, are discos have spread all over the city. Additionally, hotels that are appealing to people with different budget concerns, entertain their customers with special programs, performances and shows.

The cousin of Turkish Cypriots offers delicious food due to the influence of different cultures. It is easy to find examples of Aegean and Mediterranean delights, dishes cooked with olive oil, the Turkish and Middle Eastern cousin, European cousin and different cousins from different parts of the world in Turkish Cypriot cousin, that is the by-product of an quite rich cultural heritage.

How to Reach to Nicosia

Nicosia that is 1 hour and 15 minutes far from İstanbul by plane, has Ercan International Airport. The airport is 40 km. away from the touristic city Kyrenia and 22km. away from Nicosia. There are direct flights to Ercan Airport from İstanbul, Ankara, İzmir, Antalya, Adana, Hatay and Gaziantep provinces. The city that can be reached through quite short travel by buying Nicosia flight ticket, is favorite city for people who want to have a vacation and to experience something different. The possibility for Turkish Citizens to enter the country with only ID is also a great advantage.

There are ferry services to Cyprus from the town of Taşucu, Mersin and Alanya, Antalya. During ferry services that are operated everyday bilaterally, the ferry reaches the Port of Kyrenia. Since the ferry service is used without vehicles, it is also possible to transport bicycles, motorcycles, automobiles, trucks and semi-trailer trucks.

Nicosia which was one of the most significant settlement areas in Mediterranean region since ancient times is an appealing destination with its long-standing past, vibrant city life, protected nature, and its close location to touristic parts of the island, its easy accessibility from Turkey and accommodation options with reasonable prices. Just immediately look at promotions for Nicosia that is as close as only one flight ticket.