Northern Cyprus is the third largest island in Mediterranean Sea.

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Brief Information gives facts and figures about Northern Cyprus, such as climate, how to come to North Cyprus, telephone, currency, language, electricity, population, trasportation...

History of Cyprus gives an overview of what happened in the Mediterranean's lovely island, Cyprus, from some year in B.C. to 2002 A.D.

Kyrenia Castle is a must-see place in Kyrenia.

Photos of Cyprus have beautiful scenes.

Links have some interesting sites you might want to visit.

More information on touristic sites and accommodation facilities to be found in ensuing sections in organized under three district regions: Girne, the area of north coast between the sea and Besparmak mountains, where the majority of holiday complexes are found; Gazimagosa, the ancient port with its long open beaches; and finally, Lefkosa and Guzelyurt: the capital city and the western coast famous for its citrus groves. Flights arrive at Ercan airport from which most hotels have transport services.

Inland, behind the rocky Girne range and the imposing Five Finger Mountain, stretches the huge fertile Mesaoria plain, Ercan airport and the island's capital, Lefkosa. Along the east coast lies the ancient fortified city of Gazimagosa and the nearby ruins of Salamis. To the north east, the landscape becomes more broken and open fields give way to small pastures enclosed by stone walls and interspersed with olive trees and rocky outcrops. The beaches here are a blend of rock pools and sheltered sandy bays.

The Turkish Cypriot people are renowned for their generous hospitality and when out shopping or enjoyining a meal, you are made to feel particularly welcome.