An amazing place to see. We had a hire car to get us to the border from Ayia Napa. We asked the information desk to call a taxi. 20 euros to the Ghost town and the driver was really helpful, gave us his card to call him when we was ready to be taken back. Check opening times as it closes around 5. It's so eerie at the same time very sad to see.

This place is an absolute must see - it feels like you are on a movie set, only everything is real. You can easily use 2-3 hours here and still not see everything. You feel the vibe once was and it sometimes catches you as being a bit scary. I for sure wouldn’t like walking alone around here in the dark hours at night. I feel for the thousands of displaced people that lost everything and I wish for them that they one day will be able to return and get back all their properties they lost during the war in 1974.

Lovely place. It's so silent and deserted. Better to get there early before the bubbling tourist troop in.

A really puzzling experience, tbh. You walk in a city that has been completely abandoned 50 years ago, all the buildings are crumbling down, and you feel like you've been teleported in some sort of post-apocaliptic movie, but at the same time you see hundreds of tourists and locals in swimsuits cheerfully swarming in all directions like in any regular touristic area. In all this, every few blocks, some guy in a camo uniform guarding a checkpoint tells you that you cannot enter a certain street because part of the city has been turned into a luxury resort for the Turkish military. Very weird feeling. Interesting, tho.

Great visit. We hire the scooters, which was a great choice as the walk can be long

Nice beach, crystal sea when the beach is empty. The restaurant has many drinks and food, same price as greek side.

An amazing place to learn about the history of Cyprus and how it was lost it time of 1970's. Felt very sad too and a little eerie seeing all the empty shops and houses going derelict that were once full of life. You only have access to certain roads and it is mostly fenced of and security guarded, but definitely worth a visit to walk or cycle around. Their was some information boards. No cars allowed. Their is access to a lovely beach at the bottom with cafe and toilets. Access is free

Title: Kapalı Maraş the Ghost City. How is my feeling coming back after 2 years later? + The area has not lost its magic and sometimes you still feel sometimes terrifying and unusual. Maybe I cannot find the right words for the feelings here.💥 + Still free of charge 🎉 + You can swim on 3 beaches inside. The water is perfect a cold touch in September/October. The beaches (sand) are still nice maybe a bit cleaner than before, but maybe because of now its off season and less sun lounger etc.🏊‍♀️👌 - The lost buildings are beginning to crumble and some buildings are destroyed from their own weight and age 🏖️🌊🏚️🚧 ************************** Explanation of my votings + Pro - Contra o Only for your information 5 Stars: It was really special, you must try it 4 Stars: It was nice, you should try it 3 Stars: Nothing special, you could try it 2 Stars: Try only if you have no alternative 1 Stars: Bad, don't bother trying ->>> To understand... Why do I give 5 stars so rarely? Out of over 365 reviews, I realised that there are no businesses that are 100% perfect. I rate businesses in relation to an area, such as a city and the surrounding area. Most businesses in an area sell similar products of different qualities, and I rate these products up to a maximum of 4 stars. Therefore, I decided to give 5 stars if a business in this region has a unique selling point. This could be a unique product, an awesome view, or cosy surroundings that set them apart from other businesses in the area. I can give a five-star rating if they earn four stars for food, service, and ambiance, and an extra star if they have something special.<<<- ->>> For communication, improvements or a retest request you can check my profile <<<-

Ghost town was fantastic. I recommend hiring a bicycle or a golf buggy because its a long walk and if you go in the summer, it's very hot. The beach is so clean, the water is crystal clear. The town is very quiet but you feel a sort of sadness to see all those abandoned buildings. Overall I recommend. We had a great a time. The kids loved the bicycle ride and the beach.

A haunting yet fascinating experience — walking through Famagusta’s ghost town feels like time stopped in 1974. Beautiful sea views, eerie silence, and a powerful reminder of Cyprus’s history. Well worth a visit.

We went with "The Original Red bus" as we did not want to take our rental car across to Northern Cyprus. Left the car on the last stop before Varosha and hopped on the bus. Very good service from this company. They provide more context on the way to and from Varosha. Beware you need to leave your passport at the border and get it back when you leave Northern Cyprus! I was not aware and made me nervous, luckily all went well. The guide takes care of everything. The city itself is a curious place to visit and worth the trip. We rented scooters which o highly recommend instead of doing it all on foot. The rent was only for 2 hours and we were there a bit longer so had to drag them back for the last 10 min, do not recommend that 😂 You can go on the water, but we did not, spent the two+ hours scooting around and having coffee at the very nice café by the mosque

Visiting Famagusta Ghost Town is an unforgettable experience – both haunting and fascinating at the same time. Walking along its silent streets feels like stepping into a perfectly preserved time capsule from the 1970s, where luxury hotels, shops, and homes stand frozen in time, slowly reclaimed by nature. There’s an undeniable thrill as you wander near the abandoned buildings, with rusting cars and faded signs whispering stories of a glamorous past abruptly cut short. Yet, despite its eerie atmosphere, there’s something incredibly captivating and beautiful about this place. It’s not just a ghost town – it’s a powerful reminder of history, resilience, and the passage of time. Standing on the stunning, deserted beach, looking out at the turquoise waters, you can almost picture the bustling holiday paradise it once was. A visit to Famagusta Ghost Town leaves you with goosebumps but also a sense of wonder – it’s a rare, must-see destination that lingers in your mind long after you’ve left.

This is a fantastic place that reflects the drama that unfolded here. Initially, after crossing the border and getting close to the ghost town, there's a free parking lot (not very large). From there, you can either walk to explore or rent scooters/bikes from locals (though keep in mind that they're in extremely poor condition and worn out). Walking will easily take you about two hours. For your own safety, you can't stray from the designated trails, as some houses are still undemined. Furthermore, there are military officers everywhere, either directing you or prohibiting you from turning into certain alleys. At the end, there's a small bar where you can grab a bite to eat and a drink (NOTE: payment by card is required). Overall, Famagusta is a beautiful city with a lost history and is worth a visit. Just remember that the sightseeing area is limited.

Was awe inspiring to see how much fun the previous inhabitants would have had in the city and beech areas.The amount of dilapidation is immense and will never return to its former glory until both sides of the green line get their act together with agree to live together in harmony.

14th century citadel were amazing. Its wonderful to walk in the footsteps of history. This port was a pivotal launch for the crusades. The family had a great time!

A stunning fortress erected in the 14th century, subsequently switching rule multiple times, eventually culminating the control of the Turkish Cypriots, but still retaining the unmistakable European character and design.

We came to what is famously known as the Othello Castle in TRNC. We attended the finals of the Taybugha League set up by Hoca Alperen of Mamluk Academy. It was an amazing experience doing Archery in a medieval castle where many before us would also practice Archery. And also a site of many wars where Archery would have been used. It was a nice hot day, and the perfect location for Archery.

Free entry on Sundays, museum section was closed as were some sections of the ramparts & roof. Great views of the port & famagusta town.

It's a beautiful ancient castle which is located in the historical part of the city. It's a great place to walk and enjoy the scenery.

A nice atmospheric old ruin, but there's not very much to see, apart from the Venetian lion above the gate, and the small display about the restoration project. Will only take 15-20 minutes to have a look around. Entrance fee was 3 euros in early 2023. There are (reasonably clean) toilets on the site.

Very cool climbing up here

Fantastic place to take photos, entrance with no control

It’s one of the most impressive Gothic ruins in the city — built in the 14th century during the Lusignan period as the main Orthodox cathedral of Famagusta. The church once symbolized the power of the Byzantine community under Frankish rule. Despite heavy damage from earthquakes and wars, its soaring arches, ribbed vaults, and elegant windows still show its former grandeur. It stands within the old walled city, not far from the Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque and Othello Castle — forming part of Famagusta’s rich medieval skyline.

Impressive place. You feel like the siege of Ottomans just took place. You can just imagine how rich and important this city used to be.

The church dates from the 1360s but is now in ruins ... well, sort of, three of the four walls are still standing and you can get a great idea of what it was once like.

Incredible ruins of a church. So sad to see that it is left to be completely ruined

Beautiful church place. You can see the place where Jesus’s cross was on the wall as well.

You can see that the cathedral was once magnificent. Sadly the Turkish authorities have done very little over the centuries (including today) to preserve the remains, and it is clearly now close to collapse - several large stones are about to fall from the remaining dome, when they fall the dome will fall 😔😔😔

Yesterday we went on a short visit to the city of Famagusta. A main point on the list of sights to visit was the Saint Nicholas Cathedral now called the Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque. Like many other historical buildings, it had a turbulent history enduring earthquakes, wars, sieges, passing from the French to the Venetians and the Turks respectively. The building is built in Rayonnant Gothic style, similar to a portion of Notre Dame in Paris The French Lusignan dynasty, who ruled as kings of Cyprus between 1192 and 1489 brought with them the latest French taste in architecture, particularly a number of developments in Gothic architecture. The cathedral was built between 1298 and 1312 and was consecrated in 1328. The Lusignans would be crowned as kings of Cyprus in the Cathedral of St. Sofia (now known as the Selimiye Mosque) in Nicosia and then crowned as kings of Jerusalem in the Cathedral of St. Nicolae Famagusta. Even after about 700-800 years of history, the building has an impressive air due to its size and attracts a lot of visitors. As a historical "contribution", the Turks turned the Christian cathedral into a mosque by removing the Christian symbols, even building a minaret. To visit the (almost empty) interior you must take off your shoes at the entrance. The muezzin can be heard on mute...

Now a mosque, but originally known as the Cathedral of Saint Nicolas, and later Saint Sofia, this was originally a monumental gothic cathedral. It has been remade into a mosque by erecting a minaret, changing the interior layout and by installing a special water fountain to wash your feet before entering the mosque (you must take your shoes off before entering, as per Islamic tradition). Now, I'm an atheist, but it still just doesn't sit right with me to change the character of a building in such a manner, honestly. So, the building is still a sight to behold, certainly, but also, it may make certain people uneasy as well. It certainly did make me uncomfortable...

Magnificent Gothic architecture meets Ottoman history — the Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque (former St. Nicholas Cathedral) is Famagusta’s most iconic sight. Peaceful, beautifully preserved, and full of character. A must-see in Northern Cyprus.

The Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque in Famagusta was originally built as the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas by the Lusignan dynasty between 1298 and 1312. It was consecrated in 1328. It stands as a prime example of Rayonnant Gothic architecture, often compared to France’s Reims Cathedral. After the Ottoman conquest in 1571, it was converted into a mosque and renamed the “Ayasofya (Hagia Sofia) Mosque of Mağusa. In 1954, it was renamed the Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque to honor the Ottoman general who led the siege. The building remains an iconic blend of medieval Christian and Islamic heritage.

Built in 1328 in the image and likeness of the Reims Cathedral, the Cathedral of St. Nicholas has been the main church of Cyprus for two and a half centuries. In this cathedral the monarchs of Jerusalem were crowned. In 1571, Cyprus came under the rule of the Ottoman Empire and the cathedral became the Hagia Sophia mosque, to which a minaret was added a little later. Since 1954, the mosque has been named after Lala Mustafa Pasha, the Ottoman commander who conquered Cyprus. Without a doubt, the cathedral (and today the mosque) is an important historical fragment not only of Cyprus, but also of Europe...

Nice square and church. There is a nice old tree to the side as well. You can have a look inside.

Mashallah .The intricate architecture and ornate details showcased the rich cultural heritage of the Ottoman Empire. Stepping into the mosque felt like a step back in history, with its well-preserved beauty and the echoes of centuries past. The serene atmosphere and the subtle play of light through the ancient windows added to the overall mystique. It was a truly enriching experience, offering a glimpse into the architectural brilliance and historical significance of this cultural gem in Famagusta.It stood as a testament to the cultural and architectural brilliance of the Ottoman Empire, offering visitors a glimpse into the rich Islamic heritage of the region.

A tiny museum, dedicated to a character of local importance. Not very spectacular, mostly information written on boards. The guy at the ticket office, very kind, speaking English, gave me some information about the museum and the character it is dedicated to. In 10-15 minutes you finished the visit...

Has nothing interesting for you as a tourist, it is an old small 2 story building. I have tried to visit the second floor Room several times since i live here but each time stairs were blocked and i could only visit it from outside.As you are passing it you can see a small window to a room with something like a bed inside of that. Pictures are blow

Amazimg to see that old beautiful buildings with new shops and everything. Very unusual place

Has nothing interesting for you as a tourist, it is an old small 2 story building. I have tried to visit the second floor Room several times since i live here but each time stairs were blocked and i could only visit it from outside.As you are passing it you can see a small window to a room with something like a bed inside of that. Pictures are blow

It was under restoration when I was there so wasn't able to enter/see inside. I believe if they finish this restoration work quick and add some more historical info/details even outside, at least people passing by can read and learn about it.

Went there but it wasnt open. I saw i sign it said closed due to restoration. I talked to the locals and asked them about the othelo castle and namik kemal dungeon andp they told me that it has been closed for a while and they havent started any restoration for a year. The man i talked to also said they have retired all the staff and guides. Disappointed.

Known as the Shakespeare of Turkish literature, Namik Kemal spent 38 months of his life in this building. The dungeon is two stories tall, and was built by the Ottomans in a corner of the ruined Venetian palace. Namik Kemal was born on the 21st December 1840 in Tekirdag near Istanbul. From an aristocratic family, he was educated privately, learning Arabic, Persian and French, and was employed at the Ottoman government translation bureau. He became acquainted with leading poets of the day, and began writing himself. He became editor of the newspaper Tasvir-i Efkar, but the political nature of the publication upset the Ottoman government, and in 1867 he, together with several of his contempories, fled to London, moving later to Paris and Vienna. On his return to Istanbul in 1871, he continued writing, and in 1873 he staged his most famous play, Vatan Yahut Silistre (Fatherland or Silistria), a drama centred on the Siege of Silistria. Although described as a dungeon, it is not underground. It is no less bleak for that. He originally stayed in a single room in the ground floor, measuring not much more than 15ft by 10ft, and totally devoid of furnishings. After a while he was allowed to move to the first floor with slightly more facilities.

Unfortunately, there is not much left to see. Only ruins, remains of walls. The most impressive part is a gate with three arches, quite well preserved.

Little is left of what must've been a dazzling display of Venetian / Italian architecture. It is such a pity that it is in such a disheveled state. I believe it would be beneficial for both tourism, as well as the sheer historical value, for some renovations to be undertaken to carefully reconstruct and restore the prior beauty of this part of the city.

Lovely area to walk around within the city. The ruins & the mosque (which loan you cover up clothing if you have too much skin on show).

Nice place, lots of history lots to see and photograph nice ice cream place in the square.

I5 is worth to see

Yet more beautiful architecture in Famagusta, but as the title suggests not a lot remains.

when you are watching at Lala Mustafa Pasa just turn around 180 degrees and you can see the Gate. Go inside it and watch those high arches, nice architecture and ... .

Very nice ice cream and coffee. Friendly staff and no waiting. Paid at till and they took the drinks to our table. Amazing views of the church just across the street from them. Chill out for a break here! Worth every minute of rest.

Restaurant with food, desserts, cake, ice-cream. There are 3 floors with ac and a huge outdoor area.

Great location. Just in front of Lala Pasha Mosque. Literally centre. I have tried ice-cream. The blackberry was my favourite . One cup was 12 turkish lira. They serve also lunch and dinner. Modernly designed. Outside there are seating areas with unbrella. Very friendly staff. Highly recommended

I visited there today, i would highly recommend this restaurant. The staff were so friendly the plus point was they could speak English really well. I was sitting at terrace and the view was paramount. The delivery and service of the food was exceptional the staff handled it really well.

The ice cream was such a surprise. Delicious! I had to come back for a second round. Try it and see for yourself. 1€ per scoop.

Great view from the toproof terrace. Icecreams was good. Macarons average. Waffles fried too much.

Great coffee and great ice cream

Very delicious traditional food. All the mezze was yummy and the dessert was so good. Customer service is very bad. They are « too busy «  if you need an order to be fixed and forget about a refund

I came here on two separate occasions, the first being with another two people and we had the set meze menu which meant all night long the waiters would top up our hot/cold meze and the chef would bring fresh piping hot meats straight off the bbq direct to our table which was awesome. The other time I went alone and had a slow cooked chunk of lamb on bone with potatoes and a few sides which was to die for. All in all I’ve enjoyed both my visits to this awesome place. Although I heard a few rumours of tourists being overcharged here, I must admit I was hesitant about going but I went ahead with it. Weather I got treated differently because I speak the local language too? I have no idea but I would recommend this spot!

Delicious Food, Top Service & Great Vibes What truly makes İncir Altı stand out is the incredible team behind it. Owner Hasan and his staff do an outstanding job, managing to serve and satisfy well over 100 guests at once without compromising on quality or friendliness. You can tell the team works with passion and professionalism, even on busy nights. The staff is very friendly, efficient, and genuinely welcoming. On many evenings, the experience is made even better with live music that brings a fun, lively energy to the restaurant. I recently hosted a celebration here with over 100 guests, and thanks to Hasan and his team, it was an absolutely perfect evening. Every guest was well taken care of, the food came out on time, the service and food was perfect and the atmosphere was amazing. Whether you’re planning a big event or just want to enjoy a great meal in a beautiful setting, İncir Altı is the place to go. It offers great food, warm hospitality, live entertainment, and a truly enjoyable atmosphere. Whether you’re with family, friends, or just exploring the area, it’s a place you’ll want to come back to. Hasan and his team will make sure it’s a night to remember.

Food excellent. We had the Meze. Lots of everything and all so fresh. Service excellent. Portions are very big. Great value. We will be back

One of our best experiences in 2021. The food was very tasty, really good quality. The waiter was the best! He showed us how turkish welcoming really is. He even managed us drinks we wanted and they did not have. Anytime again!

Well I've chose this restaurant because of it's great reviews, and I have to say five star is not enough! Fabolous night with a lot of meze and kebab! Great quality with the best price👍

Had a Fish meze. 10 good dips but had to ask for more bread! Fish dishes (3) which is strange for a meze! And too expensive! Some glasses were v dirty & our tea came in chipped cups 👎

I recently visited a Turkish cuisine restaurant housed in a stunning old building, and it was truly a memorable experience. The setting is exceptionally beautiful, with an ambiance that perfectly captures the charm of its historic surroundings. The staff were attentive, striking the perfect balance of being helpful without hovering. We ordered the meze, and each dish was a flavor-packed delight. The dips and starters were a true taste explosion—fresh, vibrant, and beautifully presented. Every bite was phenomenal and showcased authentic Turkish flavors at their best. If you're looking for a place with incredible food, a warm atmosphere, and a touch of history, I highly recommend this restaurant!

Since we went without reservation, they gave us a table next to the live performance platform, we took the fixed menu, I dont know why filede menu always recommended as first choice in restaurants here, food was OK, first cold meze, then warm starters and main dish served, after 10 pm, unfortunately people started to smoke inside, it is a bit pricy than the restaurants nearby

What a great place to stop for lunch after our busy day of exploring the region. Tasty authentic Turkish food, tasty wine and tea. Fast, friendly service with huge portions.

Unforgettable Experience: Be Prepared For A Feast! Laid-back restaurant with live entertainment. Popular with the locals, ideal for groups. Set menu concept, took away the stress on deciding what to eat. The moment we sat down, an abundance of delicious food was placed on our table, solving our indecisiveness. We were too eager to eat to take many photos, but trust me, the portions were generous for our group of 3. Had encountered minor issues and few dogs lingered around our table. However, the owner happened to be present and promptly took action. His attentiveness and willingness to rectify any issues impressed us greatly. Castello is a must-visit destination that will leave you craving more. Make sure to add it to your itinerary – you won't be disappointed! Will definitely return!

Nice restaurant, food and service were good . Nice old building with a lot of character . Found the music a little too loud. The fixed menu is a little too much food , we were already full with the appetizers by the time the main kebabs came and could not eat. I would recommend a la carte menu if you want to enjoy the kebabs and much more reasonably priced .

Phenomenal place, one of the best on the whole island without a doubt! We always stop here when we are in town. The food is phenomenal and the atmosphere is hard to beat. A must!

Lovely atmosphere, fantastic staff, always smilung and doing their best to insure you're hsving a good time. Food is super delicious and there is a LOT of it!🙂 I highly recommend to try it out, but make sure you've got PLENTY of time, because a dinner here lasts for hours🥰

⭐ 2/5 - Extremely Disappointing Experience – Overpriced & Underwhelming We recently visited Devran Restaurant in Cyprus for dinner, and I must say it was one of the most disappointing dining experiences we’ve had on the island. The main issue boils down to poor value for money, tiny portions, and a lack of staff knowledge, especially when it comes to English communication. Let’s start with the food: • Grilled Octopus (€35): This was a shocking disappointment. For the price, we expected a hearty seafood dish, but what we received were four tiny pieces of octopus served with a small side of vegetables (barely 50-100g in total). Not only was the portion size underwhelming, but the dish also lacked flavor and presentation. • King Prawns with Garlic and Tomato (€21.50): Another letdown. The prawns were small, drowned in an excessive amount of butter, and lacked any real seasoning. The quantity certainly did not justify the price. • Special Seafood Platter (€35): This was the most misleading item of the night. It mainly consisted of a large portion of fries and very minimal seafood. You’d expect a seafood platter to highlight variety and freshness, but instead, we received a plate dominated by starch and lacking any real seafood presence. On top of that, the staff, although polite, seemed quite inexperienced and unfamiliar with the menu. More importantly, they struggled significantly with English, making it difficult to ask basic questions or clarify dish components. This led to confusion while ordering and further contributed to the poor experience. While I don’t fault them personally — they were not rude — they seemed undertrained and unsure. In terms of value, this place is nowhere near worth the prices they charge. There are many better restaurants in the area that offer quality food, larger portions, and far better service at a much more reasonable price point. Bottom Line: I would not recommend Devran to anyone. Unless drastic improvements are made to portion sizes, pricing, and staff training, it’s best to avoid this restaurant. Sadly, it does not live up to the expectations set by its menu or its pricing.

+ Lots of opportunities of food and drinks + Nice music + It's much more clean than the last Magusa beach + Nice ambience + Authentic Cocktails + Good portion - The Baguette was dry, the chicken had no really taste, you need definetly some ketchup - No smiling young staff

So pleasant, calm and easy access, with water sports and restaurants available

Lovely sandy beach and friendly service. Was very interesting seeing the deserted crumbling ruins of the hotel's behind us that were left in 1974 during the invasion

The staff need training a lot more! We advised them of a gluten allergy, despite this they then bought the food out with bread on! We told them this was wrong, they went away picked the bread off and bought it back, we told them we can’t accept this, they did resolve this eventually! They also missed two meals off so two people had to wait longer and our group never got to eat all together! Good bar in an amazing location but terrible food service!

A nice beach restaurant on the beach. 25tl for sunbeds 25tl for alcoholic beverages 12tl for cold drinks Good choice of snacks and cold beers Next to the Palm Beach hotel, the last resort for a cold drink or a nice cheap meal and watch the blue waves catching the white gold sand. Brilliand choice. Not too crowded.

Undercooked kalamari, warm beer and past due sauces. Service is confusing. They told us the table we preferred was reserved but it was vacant for the time we were there. Prices for the beer a bit cheaper but not that cheap. We wont go there again.

Although it unequivocally merits further restoration and management, this monastery, or rather, museum, as is the current state of it, is a notable piece of Greek Cypriot history and national identity. It is commendable that efforts are underway to make sure it remains reputable. If you're visiting, make sure not only to visit the main building of the monastery, but also to explore the gallery behind it. The gallery can be entered through the back courtyard, and it holds a sizable collection of archeological artifacts well worth observing.

It's a very interesting church. I recommend it. Also don't forget to visit the small Christian shrine next to 100 Mt.

Close to Salamis road and hotel. Nice ancient church with several museums containing nice old paitings and old pottery and statues. We went there at 4pm and there was nobody else in the area. Tickets were 50 TL per person.

Amazing little church with such a story to tell. In addition to the church, there is a museum of artifacts found in the surrounding area . There is a charming little refreshment place that offered fresh squeezed juice, water and ice cream. Also , a separate tomb that houses the body of St Barnabas. Outside was a small market ( 3 tables) that were selling locally made souvenirs. Very much worth a visit.

Nice museum with a lot of a artifacts . It's a combination of a place of worship and a handwork exhibition. + A lot of to see (I could spend easily 45 minutes there, it's worth the money) + You can see a lot of handworks and paintings + The building has his own ambience + Well maintained facility - Toilet cost extra

Again, this was one of the many stops on our one-day sightseeing tour from Larnaca. This place is interesting. I don't know how much the entrance fee is as we had entry as part of a sightseeing day where we visited more places in Cyprus, but it was a nice and pleasant stop.

Lovely little monastery with lots of artefacts from the island dating as far as 7000 BC! Pottery, toys, tools are only fiew amongst much more items to enjoy! There is also a tomb of a St Barnabas in a small chappel next to the monastery, the man who lived in the times of Jesus!!! HISTORY LOVERS? BE PREPARED TO BE AMAZED BY THIS TINY PLACE HAVING SO MUCH TO OFFER! Top tip...There are Royal Tombs just down the road as well as the ancient city of Salamis just a fiew miles away! 🤘🏻

Nice beach. The shore is very good. Due to much activity, it can get filled with trash. I went to clean up with a few friends in 2021!

The worst beach we have visited on Cyprus. Just one big ashtray (more stubs than sand), no atmosphere, no scenery. Windy, uncomfortable, sand like a concrete. Spend your time elsewhere if you can.

Lovely beach with nice place to eat and relax

One of the best organized beaches in Cyprus. No people, nice sandy beach, clean water with amazing transparent color, sunbeds priced at 10tl, free showers and toilets nearby.

Awesome beach to enjoy with the family. Affordable and everything offered is lovely 🥰

Glapsides beach is one of nice beach in Northern Cyprus. You can visit it from Gazimagusa, it snear by to Gazimagusa. You can get a cab/taxi from Gazimagusa. Place is beautiful and water is nice.

I loved this beach. You can walk along it easy. There are wooden paths leading to the two restaurants on the long beach. It is a pram friendly beach. It is kept clean.

Ancient and beautiful a must see place in North Cyprus

It is one of the most historical place in Famagusta.

There are better places to visit.

Excellent medieval military architecture .

Wery nice

Must see.

Love it

The Church is in the occupied site of Cyprus in Famagusta. They don’t care about the church. Anybody can go there and scratch on the walls there name or what ever they want. Terrible on how they respect the other religions. They scratch there names even on ancient precious icons of saints.

Looked very interesting, but no way to get inside unfortunately...

Ruined church within the Old Town/City Walls.

(Translated by Google) An Armenian church dating back to the 14th century. It was one of four Armenian churches located in the area (and the only one existing to this day). He stands. It's decaying. Pity. Beautiful (Original) Kościół ormiański, którego historia sięga XIV wieku. Był to jeden z czterech kościołów ormiańskich mieszczących się tej w okolicy (i jedyny istniejący do dziś). Stoi. Niszczeje. Szkoda. Piekny

(Translated by Google) was closed (Original) kapalıydı

(Translated by Google) Interesting place, ruins of a church. Entrance through a gate (fenced area). No tickets. It is worth stopping by and seeing these ruins. (Original) Ciekawe miejsce, ruiny Kościoła. Wejście przez bramkę (teren ogrodzony). Brak biletów. Warto przy okazji wstąpić i obejrzeć te ruiny.

(Translated by Google) The Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel was part of a larger monastery complex. The construction of the complex was financially supported by the Patriarch of Constantinople, Saint. Peter Thomas, who at the very beginning of his path in the church hierarchy was a humble member of this order. (Original) Kościoł Najświętszej Marii Panny z góry Karmel, był częścią większego zespołu klasztornego. Budowę kompleksu finansowo wspierał patriarcha Konstantynopola św. Piotr Tomasz, który na samym początku swojej drogi w hierarchii kościelnej był skromnym członkiem tego właśnie zakonu.

(Translated by Google) The ruins of the Carmelite Church lie next to a small Armenian church. You can enter and view the ruins. This is very worthwhile. (Original) Die Ruine der Karmeliterkirche liegt neben einer kleinen armenischen Kirche. Man kann die Ruine betreten und besichtigen. Das ist sehr lohnenswert.

(Translated by Google) Extraordinary Famagusta. The ruins of the Catholic world, as a warning (Original) Niezwykła Famagusta. Ruiny świata katolickiego, ku przestrodze

(Translated by Google) The maintenance of the surrounding area seems to have been neglected (Original) Çevresinin bakımı ihmal edilmiş gibi

(Translated by Google) was closed (Original) kapalıydı

(Translated by Google) The old town is disappointing, unfortunately many churches were not only converted, but also destroyed. Shops and restaurants are almost exclusively open around the bus parking area; the rest of the city is usually not very photogenic. We arrived on April 30, 2023 with the bus company Eman from Agia Napa (Salamis, St Barnabas and Famagusta for €22.00), there was another tour group from Nicosia (GEORGIOU BUSES) and some from Northern Cyprus. There are three ways to get to Famagusta (Northern Cyprus), by car, with a tour company or by public transport. Option 1 in Nicosia on foot across the border, from there a bus to Famagusta, then another bus to Salamis and a few minutes on foot from Nicosia probably costs €3 for two individual travelers. Option 2: cross the border at Agia Napa or, better yet, ride a bike. (Original) Die Altstadt ist enttäuschend, leider wurden viele Kirchen nicht nur umfunktioniert , sondern auch zerstört. Geschäfte und Gastronomie sind fast ausschließlich um den Bus Abstellplatz geöffnet, die restliche Stadt ist meist nicht sehr fotogen. Wir sind am 30. April 2023 mit dem Busunternehmen Eman von Agia Napa aus (Salamis, st Barnabas und Famagusta für 22,00 €) angereist, es gab noch eine Reisegruppe aus Nicosia (GEORGIOU BUSES) und einige aus Nordzypern. Es gibt drei Möglichkeiten um nach Famagusta (Nordzypern) zu kommen , mit dem Auto, mit einem Reiseunternehmen oder mit dem öffentlichen Nahverkehr. Variante 1 in Nicosia zu Fuß über die Grenze, von dort ein Bus nach Famagusta , dann einen weiteren Bus nach Salamis und ein paar Minuten zu Fuß kostet ab Nicosia wohl 3€ so zwei Individualreisende. Variante 2 bei Agia Napa über die Grenze gehen oder besser mit Fahrrad fahren.

(Translated by Google) The pretty little church stands apart on a desolate site. This is cordoned off and the church can only be viewed through the fence. (Original) Die hübsche kleine Kirche steht abseits auf einem trostlosen Gelände. Dieses ist abgesperrt und das Gotteshaus kann nur durch den Zaun hindurch angesehen werden.

(Translated by Google) was closed (Original) kapalıydı

(Translated by Google) It is recommended for those who want to continue their life in a healthy way with Osman Ergin👍👊💪 (Original) Osman Ergin ile hayata sağlıklı devam etmek isteyenlere tavsiye edilir👍👊💪

(Translated by Google) A gym with a nice environment. (Original) Ortamı güzel bir spor salonu.

(Translated by Google) Excellent service quality people (Original) Mükemmel hizmet kaliteli insanlar

(Translated by Google) Good (Original) İyi

The waiter was nice but the food was bland and expensive. I had the chicken wrap and it was very salty and floating in oil…. I had to use the napkins to dry the excessive amount of oil… I don’t recommend this place

Absolutely horrible experience. This place is a complete disappointment and a shame for Famagusta. The drinks were a joke — my mojito looked nothing like a proper cocktail, just a sour mess with huge ice blocks served in a piña colada glass. Clearly, they have no idea how to make cocktails. Even the Corona was served without lime! To make things worse, the staff showed terrible behaviour towards the street cats — stepping on their tails and shooing them away. Some of the local customers were doing the same, which was disgusting to witness. Overall, an awful atmosphere, unprofessional service, and zero respect for animals which btw Cyprus is know for its animals. I honestly hope this place either changes its attitude or shuts down entirely. Avoid at all costs.

As part of the day trip, when we went from Larnaca to Famagusta for a sightseeing tour, we were hungry. Also, we were only apart for about an hour and a half. That's why we tried to find a restaurant that is close. It was clear to us that it would be more expensive in the tourist area and it would also be more about quantity. But even so, we were looking forward to sitting on the terrace overlooking the cathedral right on the square. We had a beer. Partner had seafood which was very good. I had a Turkish specialty and I wouldn't do it again. Friend liked it, basically ate my food but not me much. I found that the mutton smell was very strong and I probably don't like mutton. We should have had something else. The advantage is that you are right on the square. It has a very beautiful atmosphere. I appreciated the salad. The vegetables were excellent.

Terrible experience. The drinks were a complete disaster — my mojito was just a glass of nonsense, and my daughter’s brandy sour was awful. The staff were shockingly disrespectful toward the street cats. Absolutely disgusting behaviour and a real shame for Famagusta. Avoid this place.

Very kind staff, and a great, lovely location just by the historical castle, but the portions are a bit small, could be enough though for a person. The problem for us was th they brought the food a bit late so we had to run to the airport. But if you have enough time and your not that hungry, it’s a really nice place to chill and enjoy the view. Fresh nice beers as well 👌🏻👌🏻

Food is poor quality and doesn't look like the pictures. I had fish which was dry. Disappointing. Good location and I guess that's what enables them to continue trading.

Bad service, broken chairs, burnt dry food, expensive compared to the quality of the food, I do not recommend this place for anyone!

Very bad value for money. Small portions for high prices. Strange for this type of restaurants which look rather like fast food. Service OK. Cant recommend.

Very nice food. Welcoming personnel. We were a party of three. The manager accommodated my request for a meal with no meat and dairy products and brought me a tasty vegetarian pizza. Thank you!

Fresh home made delicious food. Highly recommend the chicken doner and there home made houmous is really good! Not many places make there own that I know of. Owner was pleasant and very friendly to me and my family. Definitely be back again and again. Thanks.

The food was very nicely cooked and seasons and large portions. Service was super friendly and the prices are very reasonable. A great place for dinner next to the large new mosque.

MUST VISIT! Traditional food, drink with low prices. We had a wonderful experience. The place is clean and the waiters are very welcoming :))

+ Good portion and lots of side dishes included + Moderate price + Good taste of main dish - The fries was not good - No smiling staff

So good, very friendly staff, quality of foods was perfect

I liked the experience in the restaurant, everyone was friendly. the food is great it might be missing a bit of flavour but it was lovely. thanks for the memories I shared with my friends in Ocean House.

Everything was great and the food was delicious, the only reason I'm giving it 4 starts is that I had better seafoods around and it's not fair to give this one 5 stars! Qualitywise it was perfect.

Its a nice place to try see food, the service was fast it didnt take long, overall nice experince.

Very bad place gays I can not recommend this place , because my friend and I ordered the most expensive dish, and it turned out to be not at all what was expected, everything was very fatty, a lot of oil, it was overcooked, dry, and not very tasty at the same time very expensive, the staff is unfriendly, we decided to complain, but in the end we waited an hour until they approached us in order to solve our issue, in the end we were rude and threatened by the police, while we wanted to figure it out, they started taking pictures of us and didn’t treat us nicely, in general, we didn’t like it very much, we don’t advise going there

Nice restaurant, with good service. Unfortunately though the food is rather disappointing. Tried on two occasions and sadly this is the conclusion I had to come to.

Basically it is inspiration of Ocean basket restaurant, they tried to do everything same like ocean basket restaurant from South Africa and has many at South cyprus, which they come close but not same or better.Owner must spent good amount for decoration, clean and good service, price little high for North Cyprus but it is normal even cheap for who comes aboard. They deserve recommendation. Thank you

Went with the family and was pleased with the restaurant. Food was adequate and the service was very good. Was a bit on the expensive side especially if you are a local.

This is a great little restaurant. The breakfast for two was amazing. Service is friendly too. The menu is huge with a wide selection of food and different drinks. Wide selection of teas, coffees and juices. The dessert menu looks great too. Very reasonably priced. Check it out.

I ordered food and I am vegetarian so the only option I had was Nicosia salad which had beans and egg and tuna, I received the salad without egg and beans and I walked back to the restaurant and they ingnore to give me the right salad!!! They said you ate from YES of course I did because I tried to find to eat the tuna but my son told me where is the egg and beans… I am a tourist here for 2 weeks from Canada which I am so surprised for this customer service!!! I tried talk to the manager but no one show up!!

Taste of the food horrible , no flavour....no typical Turkish food taste.no spice no flavour..it's the worse kebab I ever eat in my life ..chief put on fire simple raw liver without any marinade souse or spice .dry cooked with no taste disgusting..I receive rips with barbeque sauce .I never seen ribs cooked with barbeque sauce in any Turkish restaurant...lfelt so embarrassed for my guest aswell.....waste of money.

Niazi branch in Famagusta, nice spacious restaurant. Great food and great service. Recommend the mixed mezze and mixed grillls

Niazi's has got to be the best restaurant chain in Kibris. Both the Magusa and Girne branches offer consistently excellent food. Their signature full kebab is always a great experience. However, you must also explore their a la carte menu to truly appreciate quite how good they are. Also great value for food of this quality.

We had great expectations for this place. But everything wasn’t up to expectations. Food wasn’t as great. It was just there. Hospitality too wasn’t as great. I mean Turkish restaurants give you bread or something before the meal, so wouldn’t seem like a long wait. They didn’t give us any. So Yh we waited a while for food.

Good quality but most of the foods weren't available 😅