North Cyprus, 3rd; The Bradt Travel Guide

by Diana Darke

• ISBN13: 9781841620121
• ISBN10: 1841620122
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Trade Paper
• Copyright: 2000-09-01
• Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides

Summary

North Cyprus is one of the most sheltered and tranquil of Mediterranean retreats. Bradt's new edition of this comprehensive guide is aimed at travelers wanting to explore off-the-beaten track Cyprus and learn more about the many cultural highlights the Turkish half of the island offers. A wealth of information is provided about the numerous mountain-top fortresses from the times of the Crusades, classical Greek sites, medieval churches and monasteries, all set against a stunning landscape. Local folklore and legends accompany practical details and help bring the history of these sites alive for visitors. The Bradt guide to North Cyprus is also a companion to touring the coastal routes and will ensure visitors find the best beaches, watersports and walks. This edition contains a newly researched natural history section, including turtle conservation and the Karpas Peninsula.

Author Biography

Diana Darke has travelled extensively throughout Turkey and the Near East

Table of Contents

Introduction	ix
PART ONE THE COUNTRY	1	(32)
General Information	3	(12)
Background outline	3	(1)
Chronology of Cyprus	3	(5)
Population	8	(1)
Religion	8	(1)
Education	8	(1)
Economy	9	(1)
Atmosphere and ambience	9	(1)
Natural history and conservation	10	(5)
Practical Information	15	(18)
Getting there	15	(2)
Passports and visas	17	(1)
Health	17	(1)
Tourist information	18	(1)
Currency and changing money	19	(1)
Getting around	20	(2)
Where to stay	22	(1)
Food and drink	22	(1)
Climate	23	(1)
Clothing	24	(1)
Beaches	24	(1)
Sport and recreation	25	(2)
Public and religious holidays	27	(1)
Entertainment	27	(2)
Weights and measures	29	(1)
Time	29	(1)
Media and communications	29	(1)
Electricity	30	(1)
Foreign missions and associations	30	(3)
PART TWO THE GUIDE	33	(122)
Grine Region	35	(60)
Girne town	35	(12)
South from Girne	47	(10)
West from Girne	57	(20)
East from Girne	77	(11)
Coastal route to Kantara	88	(7)
Lefkosa Region	95	(18)
Lefkosa town	95	(15)
Across the Mesaoria Plain	110	(3)
Gazimagusa Region	113	(30)
Gazimagusa town	113	(14)
Trips from Gazimagusa	127	(16)
The Karpas Peninsula	143	(12)
Visiting the Karpas	143	(12)
Appendix 1 Language	155	(3)
Appendix 2 Place Names	158	(2)
Appendix 3 Further Information	160	(2)
Index	162