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Sightseeing in Nicosia - what to see. Complete travel guide

1. Tour-goers should take into account that part of Nicosia has been governed by Turkey for many years. The two parts of the city are separated by a wall. The border between them is guarded, but this is not an obstacle for tourists.
2. Summer is not the best time for fans of outdoor activities and active tours. At this time of the year, the air temperature in the shade often exceeds +40 °C, which is uncomfortable for walking.
3. Many interesting attractions can be found in the immediate vicinity of the capital. Tourists can get there by special sightseeing buses or rented car.
4. The historical quarter of Nicosia is almost completely pedestrian. If you rent a car, you can leave it on several large parking lots well short of the Old Town.
5. The local public transport system is poorly developed, there is no railway in Cyprus either. For active tourists, taxi is the only alternative to rental cars. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. Drivers should remember about left-handed traffic in the city. Most of the local drivers drive carefully, and the quality of the roads deserves high praise too.
7. Shopping enthusiasts should keep in mind that stores in Nicosia close quite early. Even in summer, they work only until 7:00 pm and may have a shortened working day several days a week.
Guide to Nicosia sightseeing - things to see and to visit
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8. The city has no direct access to the sea, but there are excellent beaches near the capital. All of them are free, even those adjacent to luxury hotels.
9. Bargaining is not accepted in local stores - all goods are sold at fixed prices. In the Turkish part of the city, you can find several markets where bargaining will be appropriate.
10. Going on a trip, be sure to take mosquito repellents along with you. In this region, a lot of insects remain active even in winter.
11. Fans of jewelry should pay attention to Metaxas Jewelery stores located in the city. They sell beautiful, high-quality jewelry at affordable prices.
12. Tipping is widely practiced in local restaurants and cafes. Only a few of them located in the European part of the city may include tips in the bill.
13. Taxis running around the city use a taximeter, a 10% tip would be appropriate. Some taxis on the outskirts of the city are not metered, so the cost of the trip should be agreed in advance.
14. Those who expect to complement their stay with a visit to the beaches located near the city should plan a trip for the period from early April to late October. Weather is most favorable for beach activities during this period.
15. The capital has excellent spa hotels, which are very popular among tourists. Even such hotels have some affordable rooms to offer.
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What to visit being in Nicosia - unique sights

Choirokoitia

From the series “Remains of the First Ancient Cities”
Check on the map:   Distance from Nicosia center - 41.3 km.
About 600 people lived in the ancient city during its heyday. Locals were engaged in farming and cattle breeding. Numerous studies have shown that the cult of the dead was widespread among locals. Burials were formed directly under the floor of residential buildings. Many items were found by researchers in the burial sites. These were jewelry, weapons, utensils, and other artifacts. The main attraction of the archaeological area is considered to be the foundation of ancient dwellings today. Researchers found human images on some stone fragments. They are the oldest found on the territory of Cyprus. … Read further

Berengaria Hotel

From the series “The Most Mysterious Buildings (Houses, Palaces, Castles) in the World”
Check on the map:   Distance from Nicosia center - 54.4 km.
Staff out of there was taken by locals, which became the first witnesses of unexplained phenomena occurring at the hotel. Many of them believe that spirits of dead brothers live in the walls of the hotel even these days. By nightfall, you can see ghosts and hear the voices of men who fiercely argue about something. Visiting the hotel after dark is extremely dangerous, not only because of the high probability to meet the ghost of one of the former owners. Blighted buildings are very dilapidated and may collapse any time. Numerous snakes, which have chosen abandoned ruins as their home, add even more mystery to these places. … Read further

Tips for the cities around Nicosia

Larnaca
4. It’s comfortable to travel around the city by car. You will need a passport and a driver's license of the international standard to rent a vehicle. The most popular car rental center - A.Petsas & Sons Ltd – is located at the Larnaca Airport. It has the most ... Open »
Ayia Napa
4. Lunch breaks are quite long in vast majority of governmental offices and shops and usually last from 13:00 to 15:00. On some days of a week shopping centers can work only until lunch, so shopping is better to be done in the morning. 5. Pottery remains the most ... Open »
Famagusta
4. Travelers are advised to use different types of currencies to pay for goods and services. The national currency is the most common, but dollar and euro are used also; latest are taken literally everywhere. In shops and markets you can often see price tags indicating ... Open »
Limassol
4. Almost all major shopping centers, restaurants and supermarkets accept credit cards. Going to markets, as well as stores located away from the center, be sure to take a sufficient amount of cash. It is most profitable to pay with the local currency. 5. There are ... Open »
Paphos
4. A working schedule of public offices may vary depending on the part of the year. One should specify it in advance in a hotel or in a tourist information center. As a rule the public offices start working not later than at 8:30 in the morning and serve customers till ... Open »
Alanya
4. You cannot drink alcohol on the streets of the city. The violators of the order will have to pay a large fine. Many restaurants and bars can prohibit even the distribution of low alcohol beverages during religious festivals. 5. In most of local cafes and ... Open »
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