Location: Famagusta
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What to do and see in Famagusta, Famagusta District: The Best Historic Sites
Famagusta /ˌfæməˈɡʊstə, ˌfɑː-/ (Greek: Αμμόχωστος locally [aˈmːoxostos]; Turkish: Mağusa [mɑˈɰusɑ], or Gazimağusa [gɑːzimɑˈɰusɑ]) is a city on the east coast of Cyprus. It is located east of Nicosia and possesses the deepest harbour of the island. During the medieval period (especially under the maritime republics of Genoa and Venice), Famagusta was the island's most important port city and a gateway to trade with the ports of the Levant, from where the Silk Road merchants carried their goods to Western Europe. The old walled city and parts of the modern town presently fall within the de facto Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus in Gazimağusa District, of which it is the capital. It is also notable as the birthplace of the eponymous hero of the Renaissance proto-novel Fortunatus.
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1. Salamis
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4.5 based on 1,289 reviews
Reviewed By presfordrules - Chicago, United States
Just a short drive from the main town, the ruins are just off the parking lot. Not overrun with visitors, but a sprawling gymnasium and baths complex and wonderful ampitheatre are highlights. The short loop takes you to all you need to see. We did the longer walk, which goes through brush for a while before coming to much less impressive ruins.
2. Famagusta Walled City
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4.5 based on 888 reviews
Reviewed By Dzeny - Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
I was quite shocked that they let me inside a mosque in a skirt and sleeveless top. The mosque is beautiful and you can see that it was a church before it was converted. It has water so you can refresh yourself. Take your shoes off before you enter. The wall was impressive and massive. You have to get out to take some pictures. Famagusta is a big city, with lots of history, great souvenirs and other shops where you can enjoy yourself. I totally recommend it!
