Location: Kyrenia
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The 6 Best Historic Sites in Kyrenia, Kyrenia District
Kyrenia (Greek: Κερύνεια locally [t͡ʃeˈɾiɳˑa]; Turkish: Girne [ˈɟiɾne]) is a city on the northern coast of Cyprus, noted for its historic harbour and castle. It is under the de facto control of Northern Cyprus.
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1. Church of Antiphonitis
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Located in the dramatic mountains of Pentadaktylos, this octagonal 12th-century monastic church is decorated with frescoes.
Reviewed By cabbie37 - Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom
It is well worth the trip into the forest from Entesseppe to visit this beautiful church. It costs next to nothing for entry, paid to the "keeper" in a bare office. The atmosphere inside is something special, the Christian frescoes in various states of decay add to this. There are also a group of icons and a candle stand for prayers and intentions. The view over the sea is very pleasant too, on a hot day the breeze was a blessing. I believe the Keeper will provide drinks if requested, a long table in the shade is there to enjoy refreshments.
2. Bellapais Monastery
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4.5 based on 2,478 reviews
Abtei von Bellapais Bellapais Abbey
Reviewed By 508shirleym
We visited as part of a tour of Northern Cyprus and loved the village and the monastery. The views are beautiful and the monastery and its surroundings are tranquil and interesting - definitely worth a visit and you can see why Laurence Durrell chose to write here!
3. Kyrenia Castle
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4.5 based on 1,604 reviews
Reviewed By Madrasjim - Kyrenia, Cyprus
Superb place to visit whilst in the area. There is quite a lot to see to do it justice so it is advised to allow at least a couple of hours. Give some thought to footwear as there are a lot of uneven, stony surfaces. It is not really signposted very well on the outside but there is a cafe within the castle where you can rest & buy refreshment (you might need it on a hot day). Unusually for a Cypriot tourist attraction there are quite a few useful bulletin boards, as you walk around, explaining the history of the castle. Fascinating.
4. Mavi kosk
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4.5 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By Zu111
Glad I visited.. very interesting place in the middle of the army area, passport needed for entry.. only guided tour possible.. place with very interesting history and amazing views from the gardens.. recommended..
5. Kultstatte Myrtou Pygades
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4.0 based on 5 reviews
