Posts Tagged ‘Days Out’Trodoos MountainsIn: Nicosia Days Out 9 Jan 2009The Trodoos Mountains The Troodos Mountains are located in the center of the island and are the largest mountain range in Cyprus. With Mount Olympus (also known as Chionistra or “the snowy one”) over 1900 feet at its peak it is a favourite for trekkers and walkers When snow appears on the tips from [...] Lapta – North CyprusIn: Kyrenia Days Out 2 Jan 2009Lapta Lapta is another quaint village located about 10 km from Kyrenia. It became home to refugees from Lambousa who fled Arab pirates and then experienced another period of growth in the Lusignan era. It is found at the skirt of the Troodos Mountains and is noted with six whitewashed churches that date back [...] St Hilarions Castle North CyprusIn: Kyrenia Days Out 3 Dec 2008St Hilarions Castle West of Girne in the Besparmak Mountains three castles are nestled above the city. Kantara, Buffevento and St. Hilarion all hover over Girne below with their own distinct history and claim to fame. St. Hilarion Castle is believed to be the setting that Walt Disney imagined for Sleeping Beauty. This castle [...] GirneIn: Kyrenia Days Out 27 Oct 2008Girne (Kyrenia) For a day of romance and relaxation a trip to the harbour side town of Girne should be listed on your itinerary. This beautiful and quaint place is an intoxicating mix of shopping, delicious cuisine, historical landmarks and an exciting nightlife. Not much is known about Girne’s beginnings but a simple glance [...]
Lapidary Museum20 Oct 2008Lapidary Museum Housed in this small building are artifacts of many centuries and many cultures. It is believed that the building itself once stood in the courtyard of the St. Sophia Cathedral which now is the Selimeye Mosque. Today the building stands just east of there. The museum is a two story structure [...] Yeni CamiIn: Nicosia Days Out 20 Oct 2008Yeni Cami Yeni Cami Mosque While in Nicosia another mosque worth visiting is one that was built in more modern day. The ruins of Yeni Cami Mosque, which date back to the 14th century, were replaced with a newer mosque in 1979. The remnants of the old church still remain and visitors can [...]
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