Cyprus has been the third largest island in the Mediterranean throughout history, attracting various civilizations for strategic, political, commercial, and religious reasons. With its allure, Northern Cyprus offers travelers a unique, pleasant, mystical, spiritual, and peaceful holiday environment suitable for every season.

northern Cyprus is situated at the intersection of Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. Its closest neighbors include Turkey, Southern Cyprus, Lebanon, Greece, Egypt, Israel, and Syria. With its unique beaches, plains, and mountains, Northern Cyprus boasts an exceptional coastline stretching 396 kilometers in length. Furthermore, due to its past history and geographical location, Northern Cyprus represents a remarkable synthesis between Eastern and Western cultures in many aspects. Traces of its rich, multicultural heritage are scattered throughout the island, adding to its unique beauty with artifacts and regions dating back 11,000 years.

The Green Island," always desired and never losing its charm throughout history due to strategic, political, commercial, and religious reasons in every era...

The island of love," where the Goddess of Love and Beauty, Aphrodite, was born, where her love story with Adonis unfolded, and where the artist King Pygmalion fell in love with his perfect statue of a woman and brought her to life, witnessing immortal mythological romances...

The Neolithic settlements where the first embers of civilization were ignited, ancient city-kingdoms reflecting the splendor of the Roman era, refuge during the Crusades, the most magnificent realm of the Lusignan dynasty from the French monarchy, the most important eastern port of Venetian merchants, and the most formidable fortress of the Ottoman Empire in the Eastern Mediterranean...

The location where English writer William Shakespeare found inspiration for the famous tragedy Othello," which is set in a fortress by the port...

The country that inspired Walt Disney, creator of the famous cartoon character, with St. Hilarion Castle, which was the inspiration for "Sleeping Beauty"...

A country in the Eastern Mediterranean, home to the most magnificent Gothic masterpieces in history, representing the mystery of the past...

An island where Leonardo Da Vinci contributed to defense planning...

With its rich heritage spanning 10,000 years, over 300 days of sunshine to warm your soul, a peaceful atmosphere, magnificent landscapes, and untouched beaches, Northern Cyprus is ready to embrace you...

During your time in Northern Cyprus, you'll find plenty to do and see. As a nature enthusiast, you can explore the Cyprus orchids, endemic species, and vast beaches, observe protected turtles and wildlife.

Entry to the country: Visitors from Europe, Asia, America, and South America can enter Northern Cyprus with a valid passport or Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) Identity Card. Ercan Airport is used for tourism purposes, located about 12 kilometers east of Nicosia, the capital of Northern Cyprus. The airport is equipped with all the necessary infrastructure for tourism activities and strives to provide better services each day. Additionally, access to Northern Cyprus is possible via sea routes, with entry points at the ports of Kyrenia and Famagusta.

 

 

Communication

The international dialing code is +90 392. To call Northern Cyprus from Turkey, dial the code (0 392) followed by the desired number. City codes are 81 for Kyrenia, 36 for Famagusta, and 22 for Nicosia. Internet access is available in cities and villages through hotels and internet cafes. Moreover, landlines and GSM-based mobile phones can be used throughout the island. Two GSM operators, KKTCELL and KKTC Telsim, operate in Northern Cyprus.

 

Traffic: Traffic in Northern Cyprus flows on the right side, similar to the United Kingdom.

 

Currency: The currency used in Northern Cyprus is the British Pound (£), American Dollar ($), and Turkish Lira (TL). British pounds can be exchanged at banks, hotels, and exchange bureaus. Most types of credit cards are widely accepted.

 

Time: Northern Cyprus operates on GMT+2 time zone.

 

Electricity: The voltage used in Northern Cyprus is 240 Volts, and plugs are arranged according to British standards (220/240 Volts AC).

 

Beaches: The beaches of Northern Cyprus have an average sea temperature of 24°C between May and October. Alongside facilities such as restaurants, cafes, and bars, beaches are equipped with umbrellas and other amenities. Various water sports activities, including water skiing, banana boating, ringo rides, jet skiing, parasailing, and surfing, are available.

 

Accommodation and Hotels: Touristic areas are primarily located in Kyrenia, Nicosia, and Famagusta. Efforts are also underway to develop the Karpaz Peninsula. In addition to five-star, four-star, and three-star hotels, villas can be found along the coastline or in typical Cypriot villages.

 

History of Cyprus: The island of Cyprus, strategically located in the Eastern Mediterranean, has attracted the interest of numerous great empires throughout history. Phoenicians, Assyrians, Egyptians, Persians, Alexander the Great, the Roman Empire, the Ottoman Empire, and the Byzantine Empire have all exerted influence over the island