Introducing the cities of Northern Cyprus

North Cyprus is known as one of the most attractive, safe and beautiful countries in the world, and in recent years many Iranians have chosen this area to live and buy property. Undoubtedly, for investors and students who want to live in this country or buy a property, knowing the best areas and cities of Northern Cyprus is considered very important. Northern Cyprus has very good weather conditions, social security and living conditions in all areas. However, like Iran where some areas have ideal conditions, it is the same in Cyprus. In this article, we introduce the cities of Northern Cyprus and finally introduce the best areas for buying property and living.

Lefkosha

Lefkosha or Nicosia, located in the middle of the island of Cyprus, is the capital of the Republic of Cyprus and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. This city is the most populated city in Cyprus and the most important cultural, industrial, commercial and transportation center.

This city is divided into two parts by a border called Khat Sabz. Although the Republic of Cyprus officially governs the entire city, in practice it only controls southern Nicosia. North Nicosia is under the rule of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. The two parts are separated by a buffer zone administered by UN peacekeepers.

Lefkosha has a semi-arid and warm climate. The hottest months are July and August and the coldest months are January and February. The month with the most rain is January. Nicosia is one of the hottest places on the island.

The city of Nicosia is divided into two parts in terms of urbanization, Old Nicosia (area inside the walls) and New Nicosia (outside the walls). In Old Nicosia, the roads are narrow and there are dead ends. In New Nicosia, there is more vertical and horizontal development in a larger area. Connections and roads are wider, parks occupy larger areas.

In Nicosia during the Ottoman period, Greeks and Turks lived mixed in some neighborhoods, and in some neighborhoods one of them was the majority. Mosques can be found in Turkish neighborhoods and churches in Greek neighborhoods. Armenians also lived in this city, the houses of the Armenians who lived in Kuskhlochiftlik were all carved from stone and had their own unique architecture. Bay windows are a common feature in houses in Old Nicosia. The large inn is one of the most advanced architectural works on the island. Today, it is a cultural center where various activities such as exhibitions, sale of antique and traditional goods and shadow shows are carried out.

There are fourteen museums in the Nicosia section south of the Green Line. The Cyprus Museum was established in 1888 and displays hundreds of archaeological artefacts brought from all over the island. The house of Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios, who worked as a court interpreter during the Ottoman period, built in 1793, is used as an ethnographic museum. In the northern part of the city, there are six museums. Dervish Pasha’s mansion is used as an ethnology museum.

Education

In North Nicosia, there is a university called Near East University, Cyprus International University, Karpaz Mediterranean University, Anadolu University Faculty of Free Education and other colleges including Atatürk Teachers Academy and Police School.

Kyrenia

The city of Kyrenia is one of the most important tourist centers of Northern Cyprus. Kyrenia is famous for its port and historical castle.

According to Greek mythology, Kyrenia was founded by the Achaeans Cepheus and Praxandros, who went there after the Trojan War. The heroes gave the new city the name of their own city, Kyrenia, located in Achaia, Greece. With the prosperity of this city, the Romans built the foundations of its fortress in the first century AD. Girne became important after the 9th century due to the safety provided by the castle and played an important role during the Lusignan rule as the city never surrendered.

Kyrenia is a cultural and economic center that is described as the tourism capital of Northern Cyprus. There are many hotels, nightlife and a port in it. Kyrenia annually hosts a culture and art festival with hundreds of artists, performers and participants, and houses three universities with a student population of about 14,000 people.

architecture

Kyrenia Castle at the eastern end of the old harbor is a must-see. This castle dates back to the Byzantine era and has served the Byzantines, the Crusaders, the Venetians, the Ottomans and the British. Within its walls is a 12th-century chapel, which includes reused late Roman buildings, and a shipwreck museum. Huge round towers built by the Venetians in 1540 occupy the corners. These strengthened the fort against the artillery of that time.

Archangelos Church and Icon Museum The city has an icon museum located in a church dedicated to the Archangel Michael. Nearby are rock-cut tombs dating back to the 4th century. Behind the harbor are the ruins of a small Christian church, and in the harbor is a small tower from which a defensive chain can be hung to seal the harbor against any enemies. The Anglican Church is open all year round.

Interior court of Bellapais Abbey An example of Ottoman architecture in the center of the city is the Agha Kafir Pasha Mosque, which was built in 1589-90. The city is also home to four century fountains and an Ottoman period cemetery, which is rumored to be the soldiers who served in the fort and were victims of infectious diseases. are buried

Belapais Monastery, which means Peace Monastery, was built in the northern village of Belapais between 1198 and 1205. The main building as seen today was built by the French in the 13th century. The gazebos around the courtyard and dining room were built during the reign of King Hugh IV between 1324 and 1359. You can also see the ancient Greek Orthodox Church of Mother Mary in white.

Outside the city, in the Kyrenia mountain range, you can find Buffonto Castle, Hilarion Castle and Kantara Castle, all believed to have been built by the Byzantines following Arab raids on the island. During the Lusignan rule, Buffonto Castle was a prison and was called “Château du Lion”. There, the despotic Byzantine king of the island, Isaac Comennus, fled after the conquest of Cyprus by Richard the Lionheart in 1191. The hilltop fortress of Hilarion dominates the city of Kyrenia and can be seen for miles along the coast. Historical records show that the castle was originally a monastery that was founded around 800 when a monk named Hilarion chose a place for his residence. Later, perhaps in 1100, this monastery was converted into a castle. The easternmost castle among the three castles is Kantara Castle.

economy

Kyrenia is the tourism center of Northern Cyprus and one of the important cities of Cyprus in terms of tourism. This city has many areas and shopping centers, restaurants and lively nightlife with a number of entertainment facilities. Bandar Girne is full of cafes and restaurants that locals and tourists visit.

In the early 2000s, the city and its surrounding areas saw a construction boom due to the positive mood created by the Annan Plan for Cyprus. Between 2001 and 2009, construction cases per year more than tripled, and the city saw a large amount of properties sold to foreigners. The construction boom led to the construction of several housing estates and apartment buildings. The city continued to see heavy investment throughout the decade and is still a center for investment. However, the economic recession that hit Northern Cyprus in the late 2000s and early 2010s affected the city. An important part of the economy is tourists who come to visit casinos, but this does not necessarily provide benefits to local businesses.

In addition to its historical port, Kyrenia has a port called Kyrenia Tourist Port, which was opened in 1987. Due to its relative proximity to Türkiye, this port is a major shipping hub in Northern Cyprus, and at the same time, it is also a place of commercial activity. Arrival point for tourists who choose to travel by ship. This has helped the flow of commercial products and tourists between Türkiye and Northern Cyprus.

Culture and art

Kyrenia hosts a culture and art festival every year throughout the month of June. The festival includes concerts from popular Turkish bands and singers, such as Duman, Sertab Erener and Zülfü Livaneli, to Latin and reggae music at the city amphitheater and Ramadan Jamil Square, talk shows, plays and musicals performed by theater groups from Turkey. In 2012, the festival witnessed the participation of 500-600 artists and performers. It has also hosted international musicians such as UB40 and The Animals and invited street artists from Europe to perform. It has also been praised for its inclusive approach to local musicians as a way to encourage cultural activities in Northern Cyprus. During the time of Mayor Nidai Güngördü, the festival was renamed “Kyrna Art and Culture Days” and its activities were extended from May to September.

This city hosted the Golden Island International Film Festival in 2014, which was the first time such an organization was held in Northern Cyprus. 20 Turkish Cypriot films as well as foreign films were shown in the festival.

This city is the place of various musical activities. One of these activities is the Belpayis International Music Festival, which features prominent Turkish Cypriot musicians, such as pianist Rüya Taner, and international musicians. Another such organization is the Belpayis Spring Music Festival, which includes opera and classical music concerts by And Turkish Cypriot institutions are Turkish and international.

Education

The city has five universities: the American University of Kyrenia, the University of Kyrenia, Final International University and the Cyprus University of Science. Arukad (Arkin University of Creative Arts and Design)

Esen Tepe beach

Snetpe is an area in the east of Kyrenia. The area of ​​Esen Tepe is geographically between the mountains and the sea, which many tourists visit on a daily basis. Construction is progressing rapidly. Luxury settlements and unique weather in this region have caused a huge flood of investors.

Famagusta

It is a city on the east coast of Northern Cyprus. This city is located in the east of Nicosia and has the deepest harbor of the island. During the Middle Ages (especially in the Maritime Republics of Genoa and Venice), Famagusta was the island’s most important port city and a gateway for trade with the Levant ports, from where Silk Road merchants took their goods to Western Europe.

This city was founded by Ptolemy II Philadelphus around 274 BC, after Salamis was seriously damaged by an earthquake, and was named after his sister Arsenoe. Originally, Famagusta was the successor of the most famous and important ancient city of Cyprus, Salamis. According to Greek mythology, Salamis was founded from the Greek island of Salamis by Tokrus, son of Telamon and brother of Hades, after the end of the Trojan War.

economy

The main economic activities in this city are tourism, education, construction and industrial production. One of the most important ports in Northern Cyprus for travel and trade is located in this city. This port is an important source of income and employment for the city. Its historical sites, including the walled city of Salamis, Othello’s Castle and the Church of St. Barnabas, as well as the surrounding sandy beaches, make it a tourist attraction. Efforts are also being made to make this city more attractive for international congresses. Eastern Mediterranean University is one of the most important universities in Northern Cyprus. This city has two industrial zones: large industrial zone and small industrial zone. The town also has a fishing port. Industry in the city has traditionally focused on processing agricultural products.

Historically, the port was the city’s primary source of income and employment, especially just after 1974. However, it is still the main port for trade in Northern Cyprus, with more than half of the ships that called in Northern Cyprus in 2013 calling at Famagusta. It is the second most popular port for travelers after Kyrenia, with about 20,000 passengers from the port in 2013.

Culture and art

Every year, the Famagusta International Art and Culture Festival is held in Famagusta. Concerts, dance shows and theater performances are held during the festival. The growth of tourism and the city’s university have fueled the development of Famagusta’s lively nightlife. Nightlife in this city is active especially on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights and in the warmer months of the year from April. Larger hotels in the city have casinos that cater to their clientele. Salamis Road is an area of ​​Famagusta that has many bars frequented by students and locals.

Othello Castle Famagusta is the setting for Shakespeare’s play Othello. The city was also the setting for Victoria Hyslop’s novel Sunrise in 2015 and Michael Paraskos’ novel Sixpence in 2016. This city is the birthplace of the eponymous hero of the early Renaissance novel Fortunatos.

Education

Eastern Mediterranean University was established in this city in 1979. Istanbul Technical University was established in 2010 in a campus in the city.

Karpaz

Karpaz is one of the important areas of Cyprus with its historical and natural appearance. The area around Deepkarpaz of the Karpaz peninsula, where a small population lives compared to its surface, is under protection due to its status as a national park. In this park, the famous Cypriot donkeys live freely.

Throughout history, the Karpaz Peninsula has been a frequent destination for those seeking to escape or retreat from civilization. Because of this, many monasteries were built on the peninsula. The most famous of these monasteries is Apostolos Andreas Monastery.

Karpaz Peninsula hosts many ancient cities, monasteries and monuments of different civilizations. The ancient city of Karpasia is located on the peninsula. This city is located between Deepkarpez and rocky bays, 5 kilometers north of this point.

“Golden sand” beaches are located in the south of Karpaz peninsula and approximately 15 km from Dipkarpaz village. It consists of two beaches. The total length of the beaches is approximately 3,700 meters. In terms of natural beauty and sand dunes, it is one of the most beautiful beaches in Cyprus. The golden sandy beaches are breeding grounds for Caretta caretta and Chelonia mydas sea turtles.

The livelihood of the people of the region is mainly agriculture and animal husbandry, and no new constructions took place until the development of tourism that started in the 90s. The traditional houses of Karpaz are located in a courtyard surrounded by a garden wall. Spaces such as toilets and bathrooms are traditionally placed at one end of the yard. Generally, the houses are one story and the living area used for sleeping consists of a large vaulted room. The kitchen can be adjacent to this room or separate, and there are also spaces such as animal shelters and storage in the yard. Meanwhile, people with high social status also have two-story houses called henna. The use of arches is seen on the exterior, there are windows for air circulation due to weather conditions and there are often skylights. The building materials are generally clay and yellow stones are also used in a small number of buildings. On the roof, gravel, straw, straw and dirt are used.

Lefkada

Lefkada is a city in the north of the island of Cyprus, overlooking the bay of Morphou.

It is estimated that the first settlement in Lefkada began around 7000 BC in Vouni.

BC. In the 1500s, Cyprus was ruled by Egypt. During this period, the copper mines in Lefka began to be processed and date palms were planted for the copper mine workers in Lefka. Although it is not known exactly when the copper mines in Lefkada were opened, the earliest date that can be reached is 1350 BC. Later, Lefka was dominated by the settlement of Soli, one of the most important urban kingdoms established in Cyprus in 700 BC.

BC. In the 500s, Cyprus came under the rule of the Persians and Lefka was taken from the Kingdom of Soli. The Persians built the Voni Palace near Suli to keep the city under their control, but despite this palace, the people of Suli managed to rebel against the Persians. Later, this uprising ended in despair and the Persians were able to control the region.

It is believed that the name Lefke was derived from the prince Lefkon of the Ptolemaic dynasty (Egypt) in 300 BC.

After these dates, Lefka came under the control of the Romans. Lefke experienced its golden age during this period: the Romans developed copper mining in Lefke and expanded their agricultural areas. But in the 4th century, the city’s copper mines were closed because the copper mines could not be sold. Also in this century, the swan mosaic, the symbol of Soli, was made.

In the 7th century, this city was destroyed due to Arab attacks on the region.

This city, which has been rebuilt over the years, has become one of the settlements of Italian Catholics. This feature of the city made it easy for the Venetians, who would be the next rulers of the island and the city, to dominate the city. The city also became the administrative center of northwestern Cyprus during this period. Turks settled in Lefka in 1571 during the Ottoman period. Lefkah, which was one of the settlements of the Ottoman period, was also one of the important grain production bases of the island and the northwestern administrative center of the island. Since Lefkada is a residential city, the Turkish population of Lefkada has always been larger than the Greek population.

With the transfer of Cyprus to Britain after the Russian War in 1878, Lefkada came under British rule. under British rule; The Municipality of Lefke was established in 1900 and the Cyprus Mines Corporation was established in Lefke in 1916 and served until 1975.

British rule ended with the establishment of the Republic of Cyprus in 1960, but the young republic did not last long. With the Cyprus War that started in 1974, Lefkada joined the Turkish Cypriot government. This city, which was occupied by Greek Cypriots, was liberated from occupation on August 16, 1974.

The city of Lefkada has been under the administration of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus since 1974.

Aqueducts of Lefka It is believed that the aqueducts of Lefke were built around 1609. However, since this structure contains traces of the Venetian period, it is considered to be a work of both the Ottoman and Venetian periods. These aqueducts, which were built in Lefka, one of the bases of agricultural production in the Ottoman period, ensured the distribution of water from Mount Troodos.

Piri Mohmet Pasha Mosque

Or the Pir Pasha Mosque is located in the city of Lefka in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, which dates back to the end of the 7th century during the Umayyad period.

In 1580, a school was built next to the mosque. This school was one of the three largest schools in Cyprus. In the 19th century, the mosque was neglected. Maintenance, repair and renovation operations were stopped. In 1930, the Pir Pasha cemetery was closed, and in the 1970s, it was decided to turn this cemetery into a farm and all the graves were removed.

Yesilirmak stone Next to the mosque is the marble tomb of Vizier Osman Pasha, who was killed in 1839 in very good condition. Sometimes this mosque is referred to as “Osman Pasha Mosque” or “Old Osman Mosque”, but it was developed after 1974.

The ruins of the Voni Palace This rock hosted archaeological excavations in the Swedish expedition to Cyprus.

Ahmad Tulgi defined the stone as follows:

“It almost looks like a miniature of the island in the Bosphorus where the famous Maiden Tower is located…but of course there is no tower on it…it’s a piece of rock…”

Vouni Palace

Vouni Cyprus is an ancient palace and settlement. It dates back to about 500 years BC.

The palace was built to keep the city of Soli, approximately 6 kilometers away, under Persian rule, when there were uprisings against Iranian rule in Cyprus. The construction of this palace was completed in four years and it had 137 rooms. This building is built on a hill with a height of 267 meters and is surrounded by walls. The building has three main parts, these are the temple of Athena above, the palace and other temples just below the temple and the houses below them. These three sections are built on three different terraces with a slope from the top towards the sea.

The ancient city of Suli The ancient city of Soli is believed to have been founded by Athenians returning from the Trojan War in the 13th century BC. This city, which was called “Aipia” at the beginning of its establishment, was moved to a lower area by the Greek statesman Solon in order to facilitate the export of copper and ore, and took the name of Soli from Solon.

The ancient city of Soli has become one of the most important cities in Cyprus due to its strategic location, mines, proximity to water sources, fertile lands and the port.

BC. In 500 BC, the Persians captured the city and built the Voni Palace near Suli to control the people of Suli. In 498 BC, the people of Suli participated in the Ionian revolt and rebelled against the Iranians, but were unsuccessful.

Lefke Hacımulla oil mill

Hacımulla Oil Plant is located in the Lefke region of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. This mill, which has been operating since 1945, is one of the oldest olive oil factories in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and one of the few factories that works with a stone mill. This mill, which continues to work with 70-year-old equipment, is one of the important historical buildings of Lefkah region.

The historical olive oil mill was opened in the village of Aya Yorgi in Cyprus in 1945. This factory, which until 1963 also processed products such as wheat, barley, cotton and olives, continued to process only olives after 1963.

Asendo Fountain

Ascendo Fountain was built between the 15th and 16th centuries by a Venetian architect who gave her name to this fountain.

This is the spring water made by Commander Sandu. This fountain, which is located between the Lefke Stream and the slopes of Laguna Mountain, is not only one of the important historical monuments of Lefke, but also supplies water to the surrounding orange groves.

Coronation Monument The Coronation Monument is a monument that was built in 1937 during the British rule. Monument to the British King Henry VI. It was built to celebrate the coronation of George. The coronation monument is also one of the important works of Lefke from the British period.

red port Red Port was built by Greek businessman Mangli between 1955 and 1956. This port was able to serve until the 1980s. This port has a total length of one kilometer and is 500 meters on land and 500 meters in the sea. Copper and chrome were exported from the port before 1353, and chrome and citrus were exported again after 1974.

The Cyprus Mining Company left the port after 1974, and this port, which operated for a while, was closed in 1986.

Historical Ottoman mansions The historic Ottoman mansions of Lefkada are mansions that were built between the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. There are 41 Ottoman mansions in Lefkada. Mansions with magnificent architecture are important historical buildings in Lefkada, dating back to the Ottoman period.

the weather

Lefkada has a Mediterranean climate with hot and dry summers. According to this climate, agricultural products such as citrus, carob, legumes and olives can be produced in the city. Lefkada is cooler than other cities on the island of Cyprus due to its proximity to the sea and Troodos mountains.

This area is rich in underground water resources and mines. This city is located between 0 and 500 meters high and right on underground water sources. It also has copper rich soil. For these reasons, Lefkada is a productive agricultural city. Especially in citrus production.

Natural life Lefkah region is rich in biodiversity due to its location and geographical features. In addition to various game animals such as wild rabbit, partridge, phasa and francolin, this area is home to native species such as Cyprus mouflon goat and goofy snake.

Cyprus mouflon goat The mouflon goat is a species of goat native to the Mediterranean region, and you can see varieties of this species along the Mediterranean coast. Cyprus Felis is one of these species specific to Cyprus. Mouflon Cyprus; This is a special species found in Troodos and Lefkada region. In addition to being smaller than other mouflon species, its color is also different, which makes this species endemic.

The Cyprus mouflon, which is thought to have existed on the island for 800 years, was placed under protection by the World Conservation Union in 1975 due to its dwindling numbers. The Cypriot mouflon, which was used in the past to make samarella (dried goat meat), shoes and leather, is now under protection.

goofy snake goofy snake This species is one of the native snakes of Cyprus, which is 130 to 200 cm long, has a thick and poisonous body. This snake, which is popularly known as “big snake”, is found in plains and plain gardens. It feeds on small rodents, birds and lizards.

economy

mine Lefke has been a city where mining, especially copper mining, has been carried out since 1500 BC.

Mining started in Lefkah in ancient Egypt, intensified in the Roman period and continued in the Iranian, Luzinian, Venetian and Ottoman periods. Copper mining took an important place in Lefkada’s economy with the Cyprus Mining Company (CMC) established during the British period. CMC stopped its activity in 1975.

The period when mining was more intense in this city was the British period. During this period, mining activities were renewed and expanded. Especially in the 1940s, work migration to Lefkada from different parts of the island, especially Paphos, took place. Later, due to independence movements and conflicts on the island, mining activities slowed down and stopped shortly after the Cyprus Peace Operation in 1974. During this process, CMC built nearly 500 residences and a private hospital for miners in Lefke, as well as opening technical schools. In this period, stamps with copper theme were printed and used officially.

After the closure of CMC (Cyprus Mining Company), mining activities in this city almost stopped and the remaining mines and remains were evaluated and exported from CMC. Mining operations were privatized in the 1980s and fully privatized in 2003 when the mines were sold to Doba Investments Ltd.

agriculture Lefkah, which has copper-rich mines, also has copper-rich soil. Copper soil increases product quality by creating natural fertilizer for agricultural products. For this reason, throughout history, Lefkada emerged not only as a mining town, but also as a center of agricultural production.

Today, agricultural activities have maintained their importance in Lefkah. main areas of the city; Cereals, carob, dates, legumes, citrus fruits, olives, walnuts and almonds are produced.

Citrus production 29,000 tons of citrus fruits are produced in this city every year, and after Guzliurt, it has the largest production of citrus fruits in Turkey. In addition, bitter orange paste, one of the traditional products of Cyprus, is also produced and marketed.

Olive production Olives and olive products have an important place in the culture of Cyprus, an island that experiences a Mediterranean climate. For this reason, the production and consumption of olives is popular in this island. A significant part of the island’s olive production is done in Lefkada. According to the statistics of 2019, 440 tons of olives were harvested in this city.

Carob production Harup (goat horn) is a product that has a place in the history of Lefke. Carob production, which has continued in the city since the ancient Egyptians dominated the island, is an important symbol of Lefkada, although it remains local today. In fact, Lefkah date festival is held to support local carob production and introduce this product to the people. According to the statistics of 2019, there are 680 carob trees in the city and 48 tons of carob are produced.

Walnut production Walnut is another important product of Lefke. The Lefke Walnut Festival is held in order to celebrate walnut production and support local producers in this city. In 2019, 104 tons of walnuts were harvested. One of the traditional desserts of Cyprus, walnut paste, is one of the products produced and exported in the city.

Festivals

Date Festival of Lefka Lefkada Date Festival is one of the traditional festivals of Lefkada which is held every November in the mass market.

In this festival, the products of domestic producers of dates are introduced to the people and in this way, they try to support domestic producers. This festival is a festival where not only date producers, but also artists such as handicrafts promote their products.

In addition to these in the festival; Dance shows, concerts and various entertainments are also held.

This festival, which was last held in 2019, could not be held in 2020 and 2021 due to Covid-19. However, a major date market was opened in 2021 to support domestic producers.

Lefke Walnut Festival The Lefke Walnut Festival is another traditional Lefke festival that is held every year in June during the walnut harvest.

In this festival, efforts are made to support local producers by selling walnut products, especially walnut paste. In addition, various entertainments such as local dances are held to reflect the culture of the city and the island.

Guzel Yurt

Gozliort or Omorfu (Greek: Μόρφου Morfu) is a city in the northwest of the island of Cyprus. Guzlevert is a city surrounded by citrus groves.

Oranges, grapefruits, melons, watermelons, tangerines and various vegetables are grown in Guzliurt, which has very fertile soil. Some citrus fruits are consumed all over the island by making juice and some are exported.

Middle East Technical University of Northern Cyprus is located in the village of Kalkanli in Gozlivort district. The European University of Lefkada was separated from Gozliort after Lefkada became a region.

Historical places

Soli, Basilica of Soli, Theater of Soli, Monastery of Saint Mamas, Temple of Pigades, Tomba to Skoro.

economy

Guzlivert is one of the main areas where citrus fruits are grown, which are of vital importance to the country’s economy. Because citrus fruits, which constitute the country’s most serious export items, provide 40% of foreign currency income.

the wharf

Skhela is one of the most important cities in Northern Cyprus. The reason for its importance is Long Beach, which is due to the presence of this beach; Construction in this area has boomed significantly. This area is known as one of the best commercial real estate centers in Northern Cyprus. Interestingly, in 2021, the American magazine Forbes named Long Beach as one of the best places to buy property in the world. That being said, if you decide to invest by buying property in North Cyprus, Long Beach is definitely the best area. Long Beach is a tourist attraction and coastline 12 kilometers from Famagusta and only 45 minutes by car to Kyrenia. Also, if you intend to access the international airport, we must say that this area is 35 km away from Arjan International Airport. The Long Beach area is a very exciting area for recreation and entertainment. There are bike paths, children’s playgrounds, walking areas, beaches, water skiing, boating, jet skiing and more.

 

The best cities in Northern Cyprus to buy property and live

According to the differences in the lifestyle and needs of each person, the livable areas will be different.

In order to choose the right place to live, I suggest you to use the free consultation of me and my colleagues so that we can introduce you the best area according to your interests and budget.

last word

Considering the general characteristics of the region and the famous cities of Northern Cyprus, it can be said that this country is very suitable for investment and property purchase in terms of economic development and welfare. In recent years, many Iranians have chosen Northern Cyprus to immigrate or buy residential property. For this reason, it is very important to know the main areas and crowded cities of this country. The purpose of “Sahin Zarin Bal” site is to provide the best and most suitable services for those who travel to Northern Cyprus or intend to buy property, taking into account the types of services according to your needs.