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The Cenotaph of Nikrokeon
Just north of Famagusta lie the ruins of the city of Salamis. Salamis is an ancient city, rich in history which was abandoned in 648AD after it was destroyed by earthquakes and Arab pirates.
Sat, 25 Oct 2008 16:59:20 -0600
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Tanners Mosque
As the name implies this mosque was used during the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century by the leather tanners. As the leather industry declined so did the use of the mosque. The building was originally buil
Mon, 20 Oct 2008 09:38:49 -0600
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St Nicholas Cathedral aka Lala Mustafa Pasa Mosque
Today it is known as Lala Mustafa Pasa Mosque but since the 1300’s this imposing structure was formerly known as St. Nicholas Cathedral. Its twin towered structure greets s
Mon, 20 Oct 2008 09:33:46 -0600
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Sinan Pasha Mosque (Church of St Peter and Paul)
This church was built by a wealthy merchant in the 14th Century, Simon Nostrano. He dedicated this church to St. Catherine. In 1571 the structure escaped with minim
Mon, 20 Oct 2008 09:21:08 -0600
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Old Walls of Famagusta
Famagusta or Gazimagusa as it is also known is a fishing port with the deepest harbor in North Cyprus. Within this city are many sights that reflect its struggle with religion and rulers since anc
Mon, 20 Oct 2008 09:00:51 -0600
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Canbulat Tomb and Tower
Canbulat, the Bey of Kilis, was a hero in the Ottoman history of Famagusta. In fierce battle to overtake the city from the Venetians Canbulat is said to have sacrificed his own life. The Venetian
Mon, 20 Oct 2008 08:33:35 -0600
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The Monastery of St. Barnabas and his tomb
Finding this ancient monastery shouldn’t be too difficult. It is near the Royal Tombs and you will see its twin domes from the Famagusta to Salamis to road.
Barnabas was ori |
Sat, 04 Oct 2008 01:32:26 -0600
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Namik Kemals Prison
It is suprising to note that the dark and nightmarish Namik Kemals Prison was once a part of the Venetian Palace, where dignitaries and other heads of the community held office and attended parties. It wa |
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:49:09 -0600
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Martinengo Bastion
Although a large section of the north-west of the city is still a military zone (hopefully not for long), access to the Martinengo Bastion and the surrounding churches is still possible. The tower is
Fri, 26 Sep 2008 07:33:42 -0600
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Kertikli Hamam
Situated near the Martinengo Bastion and the surrounding churches is Kertikli Hamam.
Today, the remains of that old and grand bath house are ruins, however the original six domes remain.The custom of bui
Fri, 26 Sep 2008 07:30:56 -0600
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Enkomi / Famagusta
Enkomi is very different from the place it was during the Bronze Age. It was the bustling and vibrant capital of Cyprus or Alasia as it was known then. The mining and exporting of copper was a large industry
Thu, 25 Sep 2008 01:47:35 -0600
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Ayia Zoni - Famagusta
The influence of the Byzantines can be seen in the architectural styles of many of their buildings, particularly the Ayia Zoni Church. It is one of only three remaining churches of the Byzantine era in Fa
Thu, 25 Sep 2008 01:34:20 -0600
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Ayia Photou - Famagusta
There were a lot of churches in Famagusta. In fact, at one time there are over 300 of them, with various architectural styles depicting French, Lusignan, Byzantine, Ottoman, and Venetian influences
Thu, 25 Sep 2008 01:15:28 -0600
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Armenian Church- Famagusta
The church can be found near to the Martinengo Bastion, Tanners Mosque and Ayia Anna in Famagusta. It was established during the fourteenth century and was a small place of worship built by the Ar |
Thu, 25 Sep 2008 01:08:42 -0600
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Agios Simeon-Famagusta
There are only three surviving Byzantine churches in Famagusta, and one of them is the Agios Simeon. It was established around 1140 AD, a time when the Byzantine rule over Cyprus was coming to an end. |
Wed, 24 Sep 2008 01:46:14 -0600
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The Venetian Palace-Famagusta
Close by to St Nicholas Cathederal and once the site of a Lusignan Royal palace, built during the 13th century, the Venetian Palace was a magnificent building that stood to remind the population of |
Sat, 23 Aug 2008 14:38:02 -0600
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