The Museum of Barbarism in North Nicosia is a memorial site dedicated to the victims of the 1958 Istanbul Holocaust and the broader history of violence and discrimination faced by the Turkish Cypriot community. Located in North Nicosia, the museum serves as a poignant reminder of past injustices and aims to promote awareness, reconciliation, and dialogue.
The Holy Church of Saint Lazarus is a late-9th century church in Larnaca, Cyprus. It belongs to the Church of Cyprus, an autocephalous Greek Orthodox Church. The church is one of the most remarkable examples of Byzantine architecture in Cyprus and lies over the tomb of the saint. Next to the church is the Byzantine Museum, which exhibits important religious icons, artefacts and relics.
North Nicosia is the largest settlement and the de facto capital of Northern Cyprus. It is the northern part of the fragmented city of Nicosia and is administered by the Turkish Nicosia Municipal Authority. In 2011, North Nicosia had a population of 61,378 and the metropolitan area had a population of 82,539.
The Pafos mosaics are considered among the finest mosaic artworks in the eastern Mediterranean and are part of the Kato Pafos Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980. They were discovered in 1962, after a farmer plowing his field accidentally unearthed one of them.
Larnaca is a city located on the southeastern coast of Cyprus and is the capital of Larnaca County; it is the oldest continuously inhabited area, with a history spanning 4,000 years. And while rich in ancient culture, Larnaca is also a modern and prosperous European city, offering the best of both worlds. The city's population was 155,000 in 2021.
Agios Nikolaos Church, located in Pernera, a coastal area near Protaras in Cyprus, is a charming and picturesque Greek Orthodox church that draws visitors for its serene beauty, religious significance, and idyllic location by the sea. The location is particularly popular for weddings and christenings, given its beautiful coastal backdrop.
Kykkos Monastery, which lies 20 km west of Pedoulas, is one of the wealthiest and best-known monasteries in Cyprus. The Holy Monastery of the Virgin of Kykkos was founded around the end of the 11th century by the Byzantine emperor Alexios I Komnenos (1081-1118).
Akamas National Forest Park is one of the island’s most pristine and ecologically rich areas. Covering an area of over 230 square kilometers, the park is known for its diverse landscapes, including rugged coastlines, gorges, forests, and secluded beaches. Akamas is a haven for nature lovers, offering exceptional opportunities for hiking, wildlife watching, and discovering Cyprus' unique flora and fauna.
Tombs of the Kings is a large necropolis lying about two kilometes north of Paphos harbor in Cyprus. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in Cyprus.
Cyprus is an island country in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, south of the Anatolian Peninsula. It had a population of 1.189 million in 2018. Nicosia is the largest city, capital, and seat of government of the island of Cyprus.
Nicosia is the largest city, capital, and seat of government of Cyprus. It is located near the centre of the Mesaoria plain, on the banks of the River Pedieos. It had a populatiom of 116,000 in 2016.
Kolossi Castle is a former Crusader stronghold on the south-west edge of Kolossi village 14km west of the city of Limassol on the island of Cyprus. It held great strategic importance in the Middle Ages, and contained large facilities for the production of sugar from the local sugarcane.
