| Nicosia, the capital of both North and South Cyprus is | | | | houses the collection of Turkish art an impressive |
| the only divided city left in the world, and is a | | | | 17th century structure, but the museum now has a |
| fascinating place to visit on holiday. North Cyprus' | | | | strong focus on Turkish Cypriot cultural anthropology. |
| visitors can easily access the city, and should take | | | | Anyone with an interest is such topics should |
| the opportunity to stock up on souvenirs including | | | | certainly while an hour or two away here. |
| pottery, basketry, sheep skin rugs, jewellery and | | | | The Armenian Church |
| Lefkara lace work, while also taking in the many | | | | Nicosia's Armenian Church has undoubtedly seen |
| cultural and historical attractions the famous city has. | | | | better days, but is still a must-visit site for its |
| Here are some of the most interesting to visit on | | | | historical and cultural significance. Built in the 13th |
| your holiday in North Cyprus... | | | | century, the church was believed to be founded |
| Kyrenia Gate | | | | immediately following the fall of Jerusalem as a |
| When visiting Nicosia on a luxury holiday in North | | | | centre for the women of Cyprus. Located right on |
| Cyprus, you will have to go through Kyrenia Gate, | | | | the border between North and South when the city |
| the entrance to the city from the north. Built all the | | | | was divided in 1963, the church was wrecked and |
| way back in 1567, this dates back to the Venetian's | | | | left in a sorry state before it was highlighted for |
| rule of the island, but nowadays is the place to begin | | | | renovation. Despite its mixed fortunes in the past, |
| your journey through the city. Not only is it the | | | | the site is doubtless of great historical value and is a |
| entrance, but it also houses the tourist information | | | | must see sight on your luxury holiday in North |
| centre for the city, so pick up a few maps and | | | | Cyprus. |
| brochures from the ground floor, then head upstairs | | | | The Markets |
| for a lovely view across the city, and begin to plan | | | | No holiday in North Cyprus would be complete |
| your visit. | | | | without some time spent in the hustle and bustle of |
| Selimiye Mosque | | | | the markets, and thankfully Nicosia has some |
| Selimiye Mosque started out its life as the Roman | | | | excellent stalls which are certainly worth a visit. |
| Catholic St. Sophia Cathedral and was built between | | | | Goods that can be bought at the various market |
| 1208 and 1326 while the Lusignans were in Cyprus. It | | | | stalls cover the full range, from leather bags, belts |
| was converted to a mosque in 1570, and today the | | | | and shoes to fresh organic fruit and vegetables, as |
| impressive structure is seen as the most important | | | | well as local cheeses, olive oil and other produce. |
| example of Gothic architecture on the whole of the | | | | Remember not to settle for the first price offered |
| island. | | | | as haggling is very much part of the culture here. |
| Mevlevi Museum | | | | Have some fun and get some bargains for friends |
| The Mevlevi Museum is well worth visiting on a | | | | and family back home! |
| holiday to North Cyprus. Not only is the building that | | | | |