Location: Kyrenia
Top Things to do in Kyrenia
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Kyrenia, Kyrenia District
Kyrenia (Greek: Κερύνεια locally [t͡ʃeˈɾiɳˑa]; Turkish: Girne [ˈɟiɾne]) is a city on the northern coast of Cyprus, noted for its historic harbour and castle. It is under the de facto control of Northern Cyprus.
Restaurants in Kyrenia
1. Marina Kyrenia
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Marina Kyrenia, with berthing facilities for 100 yachts of different sizes, is located in the heart of the vibrant city of Kyrenia – surrounded by a rich history and a diverse, international community. As a yacht owner docked here you will benefit from additional services such as Les Ambassadeurs Hotel, Beach Club, Swimming Pool, Spa, Restaurant and Hotel facilities.
2. Church of Antiphonitis
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4.5 based on 36 reviews
Located in the dramatic mountains of Pentadaktylos, this octagonal 12th-century monastic church is decorated with frescoes.
Reviewed By cabbie37 - Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom
It is well worth the trip into the forest from Entesseppe to visit this beautiful church. It costs next to nothing for entry, paid to the "keeper" in a bare office. The atmosphere inside is something special, the Christian frescoes in various states of decay add to this. There are also a group of icons and a candle stand for prayers and intentions. The view over the sea is very pleasant too, on a hot day the breeze was a blessing. I believe the Keeper will provide drinks if requested, a long table in the shade is there to enjoy refreshments.
3. Saint Hilarion Castle
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4.5 based on 2,128 reviews
Reviewed By DWELSingapore
The weather was cool when we visited in middle of March and it was not too crowded. The climb up was not complicated - simply follow the signage and stone steps all the way up. The peak iof the castle is at over 700 metres. It offers a commanding views of Kyrenia/Girne area. We saw some visitors from group tours scrambled up the castle due to the limited time given for them to explore the sprawling castle grounds. We hired a taxi service from North Cyprus Brothers Taxi Services and could spend a good amount of time at the castle. We were picked up at our hotel in South Nicosia, went through the customs at the borders smoothly and had 6-7 hours to explore St Hilarion Castle, Kyrenia Harbour, the old harbour & Bellapais Abbey at a leisurely pace. Kyrenia, and especially St Hillarion Castle, is worth a day's visit as the views here are picturesque, and offered a different perspective of Cyprus.
4. Bellapais Monastery
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4.5 based on 2,478 reviews
Abtei von Bellapais Bellapais Abbey
Reviewed By 508shirleym
We visited as part of a tour of Northern Cyprus and loved the village and the monastery. The views are beautiful and the monastery and its surroundings are tranquil and interesting - definitely worth a visit and you can see why Laurence Durrell chose to write here!
5. Buffavento Castle
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4.5 based on 297 reviews
Reviewed By Cazf68
Great morning spent for all our family, climbing up to Castle was ace, the Views were just amazing you can see St Hilarion and Kantara from the top if you look carefully. Sun was out and we enjoyed every minute. Free as well :) take water especially in the summer
6. Kyrenia Castle
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4.5 based on 1,604 reviews
Reviewed By Madrasjim - Kyrenia, Cyprus
Superb place to visit whilst in the area. There is quite a lot to see to do it justice so it is advised to allow at least a couple of hours. Give some thought to footwear as there are a lot of uneven, stony surfaces. It is not really signposted very well on the outside but there is a cafe within the castle where you can rest & buy refreshment (you might need it on a hot day). Unusually for a Cypriot tourist attraction there are quite a few useful bulletin boards, as you walk around, explaining the history of the castle. Fascinating.
7. St Andrew's Church
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4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By PJMManchester - Bristol, United Kingdom
St Andrews Church is by the Park (an old Muslim Graveyard) and is very tranquil and peaceful place to sit, the Church is a basic single room
8. Mavi kosk
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4.5 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By Zu111
Glad I visited.. very interesting place in the middle of the army area, passport needed for entry.. only guided tour possible.. place with very interesting history and amazing views from the gardens.. recommended..
9. Karaoglanoglu Sehitligi
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Ebayqueen2015 - London, United Kingdom
This is a tribute to who died in 1974 and the place where the first soldiers arrived yo save the Turkish Cypriots. Well kept and very interesting. Worth a visit and on the main road as you cannot miss it.
10. Mountain Memorial Tank
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