One of Cyprus's ten city states, Salamis was first mentioned on an Assyrian stele (stone slab) in 709 BC. The extensive and thoroughly impressive site...

Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the monastery is built on a rocky promontory just below the north-eastern tip of the island, making for a sublime...

The most notable mosque built by the Ottomans in Nicosia was constructed in the 19th century on the site of an old Latin church. A collection of gravestones...

Tucked away in Templos (Zeytinlik), 15 minutes from Kyrenia, the Archway has managed to remain a well-kept local secret. Opt for the full meze with kebab...

Just south of Bedesten, this historic covered market (also called the Belediye, meaning municipal market), offers a varied selection of fresh fruit and...

Built in the 12th century as the church of St Nicholas of the English, the Bedestan was further enlarged in the 14th century and modified under the...

One of the most beautiful and haunting Gothic monastic ruins in the whole of the Mediterranean, Bellapais Abbey lies at the foot of the Pendadaktylos...

Biyer caters predominantly for young, hip north Nicosia locals and students from the Turkish mainland. It has a distinctly Turkish feel, modelling itself on...

Boasting one of the best beaches on the island, the scenic fishing village is popular with both locals and tourists. Offering a selection of seaside cafés...

A family-run hotel that caters best for older customers, the British Hotel is close to Kyrenia's picturesque marina. Rooms are clean and well-appointed, and...

Buffavento Castle (its name means 'Insubordinate to the Wind') is one of three castles built along the Kyrenia range to provide defence against the threat...

Constructed on the remains of the 14th-century church of St George of the Latins, these are traditional Turkish baths. The hamam still operates, and is...

Owned and run by a Turkish-Cypriot artist, Cadi Kazani is quite unlike any other bar in the area. It's a cosy, intimate hideaway with a warm and friendly...

Of the numerous restaurants and bars around the town's harbour, Café Chimera is one of the best. Set at the castle end of the waterfront, the restaurant...