Archive for the ‘Famagusta Days Out’ CategoryThe Cenotaph of Nikrokeon25 Oct 2008The 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. At that time most of the residents moved to Famagusta. Today in Famagusta a monument [...] Tanners Mosque20 Oct 2008Tanners 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 built in the 14th century by Jacobites as a dedication to St. Kathrine. The mosque lies [...] 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 sightseers from every corner of the city of Famagusta. Although one of these towers was destroyed in a [...] Sinan Pasha Mosque (Church of St Peter and Paul)20 Oct 2008Sinan 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 minimal damage during the Ottoman siege when it was converted into the Sinan Pasa Mosque. Over the [...] The Old Walls of Famagusta20 Oct 2008Old 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 ancient times. One of the sights that attract those who come here are the rectangular [...] Canbulat Tomb and Tower – Famagusta20 Oct 2008Canbulat 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 Venetians had invented a beastly weapon, a device with knife like spears that decapitated its [...] 
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