1. The Cenotaph of Nikrokeon

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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...

2. Tanners Mosque

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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 ...

3. St Nicholas Cathedral (Lala Mustafa Pasa Mosque) Northern Cyprus

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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...

4. Sinan Pasha Mosque (Church of St Peter and Paul)

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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. Cath...

5. The Old Walls of Famagusta

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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 ...

6. Canbulat Tomb and Tower - Famagusta

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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 sai...

7. The Monastery of St Barnabus - Famagusta

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8. Namik Kemals Prison - Famagusta

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9. Martinengo Bastion, Northern Cyprus

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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 surro...

10. Kertikli Hamam - Famagusta

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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 ...