North Cyprus Tourism & Travel Guide
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• Atlas Jet
Tel: + 90 212 663 20 00 |
• North Cyprus Airlines
Tel: + 90 392 231 41 42 |
• Turkish Airlines
Tel: + 90 392 231 47 90 |
• Pegasus Airlines
Tel: + 90 212 697 77 77 |
Northern Cyprus Tourist office, North Cyprus Tourism, North Cyprus travel Agencies |
| Kyrenia Tourist Information Office is located by the old harbour in Kyrenia, tel: +90 392 8152145 |
| Famagusta Tourist Information Office is located by the Land Gate (the main entrance to Famagusta old town), tel: +90 392 366 2864 |
| Nicosia Tourist Information Office is located by the Kyrenia Gate in Nicosia/Lefkoşa. |
| Ercan Airport: +90 392 231 4737 |
| London Northern Cyprus Tourist Office: 0207-631-1930 |
| North Cyprus Tourism Centre and tourist information: www.northcyprus.cc |
Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus TRNC
Population of Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
The population of North Cyprus is approximately 264,000 (2006 census) and 55% of the population live in urban areas. The urban population is distributed as follows:
(Rounded to the nearest 1000. Census 2006)
Lefkosa (Nicosia): 73,000
Gazimagusa (Famagusta): 46,000
Girne (Kyrenia): 57,000
Guzelyurt: 20,000
Iskele: 8,000
Northern Cyprus Hotel Accomodation:
The latest check-out time in a day is 12 o'clock. Customer's checking out late will be charged
50% extra-up to 6 pm, and will be charged for an additional day thereafter.
Northern Cyprus Beaches:
From May till June water temperature is about 24C and all the beaches have restaurants, cafeterias, bars and etc. around. Water-ski, bananas, parachutes are all in the offer.
North Cyprus Driving:
North Cyprus cars drive on the left side, Traffic signs are all international. Roads are safe and in good condition.
Northern Cyprus Shopping:
In TRNC you can find European, homemade and handmade products.
Northern Cyprus Geography:
Cyprus is 9, 251 km² and is a third biggest island in the Mediterranean Sea. It is at north-eastern end of the East Mediterranean basin at a distance of 380 km north of Egypt; 105 km west of Syria and 75 km south of Turkey, 800 km to the west is a Greek mainland, Greek islands Rhodes and Karpathos, 380 km to the west. The Latitude of Cyprus is 34º23’- 35º34’ north and its longitude 32º16'- 34º37' east.
The Landscape for life on the island is dominated by the mountains and central plain they encompass, the Mesaoria. The Troodos Mountains cover a huge part of the southern and western portions of the island.
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Northern Cyprus Culture:
In the social life traditions appear in different kinds of celebrations such as weddings, festivals, birthdays, etc. Warm hospitality is a characteristic of Turkish Cypriots. Tradition respects older people. First on offer is Turkish coffee and after that sweetened fruit juice.
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North Cyprus Folk Dancing:
Whenever there is a celebration in North Cyprus, you can see Cypriot men Folk Dancing, from weddings to coffee shops. Women join in the dancing at weddings. The dance where men and women perform together is called ‘Kartchilamos'. The Syrtos is thought to be the oldest dance in Cyprus in which dancers stand in the circle and hold each other's wrists.
Turkish- Cypriot Handicraft:
The coloured cotton kerchief had been useful for women in the past, decorated by flowers and different colours. In the making process women started from the corners and worked toward the middle. Today the coloured cotton kerchief is called a scarf.
Lefcara Lace work:
This is one of the most famous handicrafts in North Cyprus. It was made in Lefkara village, therefore it has such name. There are two different Lefkara groups. One of them is made in linen and another one is made by needle. Both practices use pillows in the process. In the past Lefkara lace work was used by locals but nowadays lacework is exported.
Northern Cyprus Cuisine:
North Cyprus cuisine had been influenced by different cultures. Therefore there's no particular Cypriot meal. However Cypriots use original recipes and add their own way of cooking with different spices and call it Cypriot food. Molohia is originally an Arabic dish, but Cypriots cook in their own way and it had become traditional Cypriot dish. The names of some dishes can vary from one region to another. North Cyprus is one of destinations where people can try different cuisines. Various vegetable meals, grilles meals, savories, fish, soups, Turkish pizza, thereare just a few meals from the Turkish cuisine. Thereis a variety of starters, dessert and cakes that can be eaten before or after the main courses. Apart from the local cuisine there are international cuisines and restaurants such as Chinese, Italian, French or Indian.
North Cyprus Economy:
Agriculture:
North Cyprus had been an agricultural country in 1980's. The main farming products are citrus fruits and potatoes. Its share in GDP is decreasing from year to year. Even though, still it is very important for economy as a whole and for export operations, the ratio is about 50%.
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1999 |
2000 |
2001 |
2002 |
2003 |
| % Share of GDP |
9,1 |
7,9 |
9,7 |
10,9 |
10,6 |
| % Share of EAP |
17,8 |
17,1 |
16,5 |
15,7 |
14,5 |
| % Share of Exports |
38,4 |
31,7 |
35,5 |
41,6 |
41,1 |
| The export of the agricultural product accounted for 41,6% of the total domestic export and 15,7% of the working population |
North Cyprus Education:
Education is one of the fastest growing sectors in North Cyprus with five universities country wide. Predicting approximately 40, 000 students in the future. Those students mainly come from Turkey and Middle Eastern countries. The Economy of Northern Cyprus is dominated by the services sector including education. The standards of teaching and facilities within the grounds of the universities are improving as the years go on. This is being recognized by foreign students wishing to further their education within the TRNC’s premises.
Northern Cyprus Import:
Firms wishing to engage in import business must register with the Chamber of Commerce or with the Chamber of Industry.
Necessary import permission may be obtained on application from the Department of Trade.
Highly developed local banking services are available to meet the needs of both importers and exporters.
Necessary measures have been taken to further simplify import procedures and to minimize any bureaucratic impediments in this area.
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GUZELYURT NORTH CYPRUS (Morphou):
Guzelyurt is located in the Northwest sector of the Cyprus island. This region is known as having one of the richest agricultural areas in Northern Cyprus . The reason for this richness is said to be its fertile read soil. Northern Cyprus produces oranges, lemons, grapefruits, and strawberries for consumption and export. Guzelyurt has not become as developed as other cities in the TRNC and thus is a great place for those who want to get away from it all. There are many places around Guzelyurt that serve as perfect camping or picnic spots. Hereyou can enjoy a traditional Sunday of cooking shish kebabs on a grill and passing the day away by the sea, under a tree, or why not both. If you visit in spring you may see white orange blossoms floating through the air and giving the area a lovely scent of orange.
Soli Guide:
Soli is an antique city with beautiful mosaics and theatre. The famous statue of Aphrodite, the Greek Godess of Love, was discovered there. Soli was found in the 6th century BC. It was at its most importance during the Roman occupation of Cyprus, and was destroyed during the Arab invasion in the 7th Century, a Swedish archaeological expedition excavated the Roman amphitheatre in 1930 and an early Christian Basilica and mosaics came to light during the later work by Canadian teams. Much work remains to be done over the huge site.
Mamas Monastery:
The monastic buildings were also erected in 18th century but a number of capitals and columns are from the former church,
St. Mamas church is open to visitors during office hours.
North Cyprus Birds:
There are over 250 species of birds to be seen from spring to autumn in North Cyprus while migrating from Europe to Egypt. Some of the birds are just passing through, but others will stay even in the winter time. The best bird watching places are Famagusta Glapsides Beach region, Guzelyurt gulf, Mehmetcik village, Karpaz peninsula and Kanlikoy barrage.
Turtles watching North Cyprus:
Caretta Caretta and Clelonia Mydos turtles come to North Cyprus coastline and lay their eggs between June and September. If you would like to watch and protect turtles you should contact the Turtle conservation project group.
Northern Cyprus Flora:
There is a variety of wild flowers all around the island. You may smell orange, lemon, and grapefruit flowers in North Cyprus. There are citrus gardens olives and carob pine trees.
Northern Cyprus Camping:
There are suitable places for camping in Kyrenia and Famagusta areas. Shower, toilets, restaurants and bars facilities are all available. There are not many strict rules while camping, but picnic fires are forbidden in the forests.
Northern Cyprus Diving:
Flora and Fauna in the Mediterranean Sea is very rich. There are about 200 different species of fish to be seen, ancient pottery and even an aero plane wreck.
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