General Information
Cyprus, the third largest island in the Mediterranean, has been an attractive place for many civilizations throughout history for various reasons, including strategic, political, commercial, and religious reasons. With this appeal, Northern Cyprus offers travelers a unique, pleasant, mystical, spiritual, and peaceful holiday environment suitable for all seasons.
Northern Cyprus is at the intersection of Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Its closest neighbors are Turkey, Southern Cyprus, Lebanon, Greece, Egypt, Israel and Syria. With its unique beaches, plains and mountains, Northern Cyprus has a unique coastline of 396 km. In addition, due to its past history and geography, Northern Cyprus is a surprising synthesis of eastern and western cultures in many ways. Traces of its rich, multicultural heritage are spread all over the island, and the 11,000-year-old civilizations and artifacts and regions of its history add a unique beauty to it.
This is Northern Cyprus,
The Green Island, which has always been desired and never lost its charm in every period of its history due to strategic, political, commercial and religious reasons…
The island of love where Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love and Beauty, was born, where her love affair with Adonis took place, and where the artist King Pygmalion gave life to the perfect female statue he made and witnessed the immortal mythological love…
The Neolithic settlements where the first fire of civilization was lit, the ancient city-kingdoms reflecting the splendor of the Roman period, the shelter of the Crusades, the most magnificent country of the Lusignans of the French dynasty, the most important port of the Venetian merchants in the east, and the strongest castle of the Ottomans in the Eastern Mediterranean…
The harbour fortress where English writer William Shakespeare got his inspiration while writing his famous tragedy Othello is located…
The harbour fortress where English writer William Shakespeare got his inspiration while writing his famous tragedy Othello is located…
The country where the famous cartoon character creator Walt Disney got his inspiration from the St. Hilarion Castle, which was the subject of his “Sleeping Beauty”…
The mysterious representative of history, where the most masterpiece Gothic works in the Eastern Mediterranean are located…
The island where Leonardo Da Vinci contributed to the defense plan…
It is ready to embrace you with its 10 thousand years of historical and cultural heritage, its sunny and peaceful atmosphere that warms your heart for more than 300 days a year, its magnificent nature and untouched beaches…
There are many things to do and see during your stay in Northern Cyprus. As a nature lover, you can explore the Cypriot orchids, the Cyprus endemics and the endless beaches, and observe the protected turtles and wildlife.
Language: The official language in Northern Cyprus is Turkish. English is also widely spoken.
Religion: 99% Islam, 1% Orthodox, Maronite and Catholic
Entry to the Country: It is possible to enter the country with a valid passport or Turkish ID card.
Travel: There are 2 airports in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus: Geçitkale Airport (Military) and Ercan Airport (Civil). Ercan Airport, used for tourism activities, is located east of Nicosia, the capital of Northern Cyprus, and is 12 km away. The renewed Ercan Airport has all the infrastructure necessary for tourism and provides better service every day. You can also reach Northern Cyprus by sea and enter the island from the ports of Kyrenia and Gazimağusa.
Communication: The international dialing code is + 90 392. To call Northern Cyprus from Turkey, dial (0 392) and then the number you are calling. The city codes are 81 for Kyrenia, 36 for Gazimağusa and 22 for Lefkoşa. Internet access can be provided in hotels and internet cafes in cities and villages. In addition, landlines and GSM-based mobile phones are used in every corner of the island. There are two GSM operators operating in Northern Cyprus, KKTCELL and KKTC Telsim.
Traffic: In the opposite direction of Turkey, going is from the left lane and returning is from the right lane.
Currency: Turkish Lira (TL) is the currency used in Northern Cyprus. British pounds and traveler’s checks are accepted in banks, hotels and exchange offices. It is possible to use many types of credit cards here,
Time: Northern Cyprus is in the GMT + 2 time zone.
Electricity: In Northern Cyprus, where 240 Volt electricity is used, plugs are arranged according to British standards. (220/240 Volts A/C)
Beach: TRNC beaches, where the average sea water temperature is 24 C between May and October, have facilities such as restaurants, cafeterias, and bars, as well as umbrellas and other facilities to meet your needs. In addition, all kinds of activities such as water skiing, banana, ringo, jet-ski, parachute, surfing, etc. are available.
Accommodation and Hotels: Most of the touristic places are in Kyrenia and Famagusta. However, there is work being done to develop the magnificent Karpaz peninsula. It is possible to find five, four and three star hotels, apartments as well as villas by the sea or in typical Cyprus villages.
Shopping: Popular souvenirs include copper, silver, bronze and wooden items, Turkish dolls, meerschaum pipes, backgammon, gold jewellery, leather jackets and textiles at cheap prices. Prices are fixed and there is no barter system in Northern Cyprus. Opening hours of shops are 8:00-13:00 and 15:30-20:00. Markets are only open in the mornings. Handicrafts other than pottery are not for tourists. It is against the law to take antiques out of the country.
History of Cyprus,
Cyprus Island, which has a very important strategic position in the Eastern Mediterranean, has attracted the attention and been invaded by many great empires throughout history. These include the Phoenicians, Assyrians, Egyptians, Persians, Alexander the Great, the Roman Empire and the Byzantine Empire.
