Things TO do North Cyprus

Manutd1


Joined: 28/03/2011
Posts: 9

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 18:28

Hi All,



I know this is probably quite a vague post but any infact ALL info you guys can shed on this would be really helpful.



My dad has recently brough a place in North Cyprus (near Girne). Therefore i am making the most of the bank holidays and coming over this weekend for a weeks stay with the girlfiiend. I came over last year very briefly but we spent most of the time sorting the new place out so didnt get to see a huge amount.



THEREFORE we were wondering what kind of things you guys suggest seeing/doing etc?? I know this is vague and you could probably come up with a list a mile long but we intend to go out alot from here on in so can work our way through an extensive list!!! We are in our mid 20's but in to most things so any sight seing 'must do's' etc, have heard Bellapais is nice?



ALSO: what beaches and resturants etc are good near Girne/Lapta area? Ive heard 'Escape' is a good place to start beach wise? Any good evening bars too!!



Thanks in advance



Chris

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 18:46

Hi Chris, an historic walk is a must if they are not all booked. You need to check out Dutch Crusaders posts. All the castles are worth a look. Not sure if the boat tours are operating yet or indeed the beaches open. Should be soon probably this weekend.Def go to Nicosia (our side lots to see there). The harbour at night is a lovely experience.The Hut at Lapta is great for a lazy lunch, Veni Vici restaurant opposit the Hut is very good. Charcos in Lapta village again has great reviews, there is so many and all the restuarants, coffe bars in town you will be spoilt for choice. The Ambiance has the most romantic setting. You will need a car though to get around. Im sure someone will have more up to date info than me. Enjoy your stay.

AndyR



Joined: 23/04/2009
Posts: 317

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 18:57

If you do nothing else, drive to the car park below Buffavento Castle and then walk up the path through the cliffs to the top. The views along the mountains from the ruins of the castle, down to the coast and on the other side across to Nicisoa are absolutely spectacular.

AndyR



Joined: 23/04/2009
Posts: 317

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 18:58

Oops! That should be Nicosia of course, the sun must have got to me!

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 19:02

Andy where are you today in the sun Im freezing.

Manutd1


Joined: 28/03/2011
Posts: 9

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 19:09

Awesome guys thanks...all good info. We have got a car for the full week so getting around wont be an issue.



thanks again

AndyR



Joined: 23/04/2009
Posts: 317

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 19:23

Lilli, Unfortunately I'm back in Scotland at the moment, but it's been a really sunny couple of days here!

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 19:26

Lucky you. Its quite changeable here at the moment. x

halffull


Joined: 26/01/2009
Posts: 571

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 20:07

You should visit the Blue House

No1Doyen


Joined: 04/07/2008
Posts: 16617

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 20:08

Hire a car and get a map. That's the best way to see the north.

rowlo



Joined: 12/10/2008
Posts: 4796

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 20:20

take a drive over to salamis , awesome beach and nice eating places .

DutchCrusader



Joined: 19/05/2008
Posts: 11281

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 20:26

Historic Walks and Talks: ▶ [ http://is.gd/i5FGL/Program_of_MCF_Walks_and_Talks ].



Medieval history of Cyprus (Special section: NORTHERN CYPRUS) [ http://www.allcrusades.com ].

jeepsafari


Joined: 02/09/2010
Posts: 73

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 20:32

Visit http://www.cyprusactive.com

dippersgirl



Joined: 04/05/2010
Posts: 795

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 21:07

how about a trip to the Karpaz (Dipkarpaz) and then go on a 'Tractor Safari'!

Link to pictures here:



http://www.flickr.com/photos/karpazsafari



minimum of 4 people required - you name date and time(within reason) - £30 including lunch and all soft drinks. Alcohol can be supplied as an extra.



Call me if you are interested on 05338206798

stephen48


Joined: 25/06/2009
Posts: 224

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 21:38

if you're only here for a week you won't have enough time!!! e mail us if you would like some advise on places to go between girne and lapta and beyond and we will do our best to give you advise on the places we have visited and enjoyed. stepheneverett@hotmail.com

Blackbird



Joined: 11/08/2009
Posts: 1432

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 21:39

I agree with message 9 - the Blue House is amazing, but only open at weekends, and take your passports. It's on the way to Güzelyurt...

DutchCrusader



Joined: 19/05/2008
Posts: 11281

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 22:00

@ msg 16, Blackbird: (...) It's on the way to Güzelyurt... (...)

Here is the exact location: ▶ [ http://www.allcrusades.com/BB_pics/Cyp_west_Mavi_Koshk.jpg ].

wanderer


Joined: 05/02/2009
Posts: 1653

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 22:09

Mavi Kosc and all other sights useful web site

http://www.whatson-northcyprus.com/interest/guzelyurt/mavi_kosk.htm

Woodspeckie


Joined: 25/01/2009
Posts: 2263

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 22:22

Open Tuesday to Sunday, closed Monday for cleaning. Instead of returning to the main road to Guzelyurt turn right as you get to the end of the road leaving Mavi Kosk go back round the coast, call into the Maronite village the road comes out again near the night clubs you pass on the way tto Guzelyurt.

jeepsafari


Joined: 02/09/2010
Posts: 73

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 22:43

See http://www.cyprusactive.com The jeep safari visits the Mavi kosk 4 times a week. No need for your passport on the tour. We take in many areas around there including the Maronite village,the Tank,Kozan,Camlibel,the mountains and Gecitkoy valley plus much much more.

AndyR



Joined: 23/04/2009
Posts: 317

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 22:45

A link to a few photos I took a couple of weeks ago at Buffavento castle, so you can see that it's worth the effort of getting there!

https://picasaweb.google.com/NevisGuide/BuffaventoCastle

Manutd1


Joined: 28/03/2011
Posts: 9

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 23:45

Thanks for all the posts so far really useful



thanks

Blackbird



Joined: 11/08/2009
Posts: 1432

Message Posted:
18/04/2011 23:59

@msg 17@ (re) msg 16, Blackbird: (...) It's on the way to Güzelyurt... (...)



Here is the exact location: ▶ [ http://www.allcrusades.com/BB_pics/Cyp_west_Mavi_Koshk.jpg ].



(...) exact (location)?

flossie44


Joined: 05/03/2009
Posts: 223

Message Posted:
19/04/2011 00:07

Karmi/Karaman is worth a visit. An old GC village which has been restored and it is now like an English village with English street names,an old church and a couple of pub/ restaurants. It is situated near Karoalanoglu (spelling probably wrong)



flossie

DutchCrusader



Joined: 19/05/2008
Posts: 11281

Message Posted:
19/04/2011 07:50

@ msg 17, Blackbird: (...) It's on the way to Güzelyurt... (...) and @ msg 23: (...) exact (location)?

▶ No, it's not, if you want the facts, the Blue Mansion or Mavi Köşk is at your right hand on the road to Koruçam (with the famous restaurant for kleftico).

But maybe it is on "on the way to Güzelyurt" on your map - why don't you upload your map with the "more exact" location?

offshoredi


Joined: 02/03/2009
Posts: 220

Message Posted:
19/04/2011 16:24

We went on the Jeep Safari had a great day out and was given loads of information. People could not have been more friendly. Would recomend this outing.

UltraLight


Joined: 19/04/2011
Posts: 22

Message Posted:
19/04/2011 16:29

Go Carting in Nicosia. Choice of 2 Tracks.

sugarplum


Joined: 14/08/2009
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
19/04/2011 18:47

A village day or jeep safari with cyprus active is a wonderful way to see North Cyprus

Manutd1


Joined: 28/03/2011
Posts: 9

Message Posted:
19/04/2011 18:57

thanks all. Looking into all suggestions looks like we will be busy.... although had a look at the weathe forcast for next week and could be overcast?

Tenakoutou



Joined: 27/07/2009
Posts: 4110

Message Posted:
19/04/2011 19:19

Our favourite Australian bard has a corker suggestion!



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nb5MhX3cbsM&NR=1



For those not familiar with the [Down Under] term: 'ute' - it's short for 'utility vehicle', or commonly known as a 'double-cab' in Cyprus.

Blackbird



Joined: 11/08/2009
Posts: 1432

Message Posted:
19/04/2011 19:52

Nice one Ten.....Good suggestion...

nikegirl


Joined: 19/02/2010
Posts: 162

Message Posted:
20/04/2011 16:08

Salamis Ruins are a lovely day out as long as it's not too hot. Horse riding for your girlfriend maybe?



Nights out - Tango to Buddha, Cratos casino, Crows Nest - Karmi pub quiz

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
20/04/2011 16:41

how about a trip to the power station to see the un told polution being relentlessly being spewed into the air - then over the road to the illegal dump of hundreds of lorry loads of builders shite - to see what the locals are doing to this once "unspoilt piece of heaven"



And hat are the gov't doing ?