Bellapais Abbey
Bellapais Abbey is called the most striking example of medieval Gothic architecture in Northern Cyprus. Its foundation is attributed to Hugh III, the first king of the Lusignan dynasty. It is known that the king was a very pious man and, moreover, also a patron of the arts.
Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque
In the past, the mosque of Lala Mustafa Pasha was called the Cathedral of St. Nicholas. This is one of the most striking examples of medieval architecture in the territory of Northern Cyprus. It was built on the model of the Reims Cathedral in France.
The Monastery of St. Barnabas
The Monastery of St. Barnabas is located in a beautiful secluded place between the suburb of Famagusta — the city of Engomi and the ancient settlement of Salamis. Despite its modest and very restrained appearance, it is revered as the most important Christian pilgrimage center in Northern Cyprus.
Castello Citadel and Othello Tower in Famagusta
The Castello Fortress, built in the 14th century, is considered one of the most famous landmarks of Famagusta. It is located in the northern part of the city’s fortifications, which were built in the time of the Venetians to protect the harbor from attacks from the sea.
The Castle of St. Hilarion
According to legend, the castle of St. Hilarion was founded by an Egyptian monk, one of the first Christian bishops. Wandering the Cypriot lands for a long time, the monk sought solitude for prayer and a hermit’s life. Finally, the traveler’s heart led him to the slopes of the Cyrenian ridge — a picturesque place.
Museum of the Ancient Ship in Kyrenia
In Northern Cyprus, an antique ship is kept inside a Cyrenian fortress — the oldest ship ever raised from the seabed. The age of the vessel is very honorable — more than 2500 years. Like a mosaic, the ship was recreated from 6,000 individual parts that littered the seabed along the coast of Kyrenia.