Location: Nicosia
Top Things to do in Nicosia
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Nicosia, Nicosia District
Nicosia, the capital of the island of Cyprus, has incorporated elements of the many empires and kingdoms that have claimed it over centuries stretching back to the Bronze Age. Narrow winding streets lead visitors from the Cyprus Museum, with its collection of Neolithic and Roman artifacts, to the thick city wall. Built in the 1600s by the Venetians, the wall now divides the ancient part of the city from the modern. Step through the stone gates and enter a place where the past is still alive.
Restaurants in Nicosia
1. Church of St. Cyprian and St. Ustinov
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 48 reviews
2. Saranti Village
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
"At 1050m height a small beautiful village, built at the roots of three mountains all joining on a small river in the center. Because of the mountains, there is zero humidity. Probably the driest place in Cyprus. Two restaurants with delicious traditional food. The village is 300m away from an UNESCO treasure, "Panayia tou Araka", an amazing and unique monastery built in 1192 with pure trails of history." -A.G-
3. Buyuk Han
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4.5 based on 1,173 reviews
Reviewed By afytrpadvisor - Kyrenia, Cyprus
Buyuk han is very very historical place. You can drink coffee and you can eat something. You can buy something. There is hade made accessories naturel soup and other naturel items.
4. Panagia Asinou Church
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4.5 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By yiannava - Nicosia, Cyprus
The church is located in the woods and the drive to the church is really scenic. It has amazing frescoes very well preserved. A book is on sale which offers full details. No audio guide. There is no artificial light inorder to preserve the frescoes. Wear comfortable shoes as the path to the church is cobblestone but access is not difficult. Can combine the visit here with lunch to one of the restaurants in the vicinity.
5. St John's Cathedral
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4.5 based on 155 reviews
Reviewed By Francis55NL - Arnhem, The Netherlands
Under the guidance of a local guide, visit this beautifully painted church inside and let the story of the paintings come to you and be amazed. photographing the interior is strictly prohibited
6. Church of Archangel Michael Trypiotis
7. Machairas Monastery
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4.5 based on 206 reviews
Reviewed By OliwaVasicek - Helsinki, Finland
This monastery is an integral part of Cyprus's modern history and located in an idyllic location overlooking the valley. I set it as my half-way point while cycling the gorgeous and quiet hilly roads of Machairas and it was an uplifting place to visit.
8. Monument to The First President of Cyprus Archbishop Makarios III
9. Church of Virgin Mary Chrisaliniotissas
10. Sacred Temple Of Virgin Mary Faneromenis
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4.5 based on 132 reviews
Reviewed By OTT12
The Church of Faneromenis located at the square of the same name is next to Ledra Street in Nicosia. Built in the latter part of the 19th century is one of the most important churches in Nicosia and a must visit if you are in the city. A spectacular gold leafed alter with fabulous hand painted icons in the Orthodox style really take your breath away. Cyprus has lots of important churches but this must be one of the most beautiful.
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