TRNC-Photographs -Karpas (Rizokarpasso) and St Andrews Mon.-Ap. And. M

bookworm


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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 14:00

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bookworm


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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 14:05

Taken on 31st of August 2011.Roads are safer and there are loads of different restaurants,hotels and camping areas ...Prices are reasonable.I didn't see a single harmful creature...





No fee for entering Karpaz...



It is canceled by the home secretary of North Cyprus.

boroles


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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 14:13

thank's for sharing your Photo's there are fantastic.

dippersgirl



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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 14:23

All true, love the photos!!!!

There was a fee for 1 tl and it was supposed to go to the donkey fund, I for one would have paid that very happily.

dippersgirl



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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 14:34

But locals did not have to pay it anyway

maggymay


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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 15:05

Lovely photos that beach looks amazing keep them coming. I know its off topic but will you have the childrens books with you on Sat ?

Maggymay

Jeannie


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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 15:34

Lovely photos - thanks for posting them.



It's been many years since I've been up to the Karpaz but with the (huge) improvement with the roads, will definitely make a point of re-visiting next time we're over.

dippersgirl



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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 16:27

As for harmful creatures, they are all in the Girne area it seems, 2,4 legged or slithering!!

bookworm


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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 18:01

Thank you



Locals were paying as well.



Why don't they just put a donation box? Seriously ,I would



happily put 20 TL at least every time i go there...I like the area.



Sure,there are loads of two legged wild creatures in Kyrenia area



We haven't got the books yet Maggymay,sorry.

maggymay


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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 18:09

Thanks for letting me know bookworm would you please e-mail me when you have them in

Many thanks

Maggymay

dippersgirl



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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 18:56

I also would pay, especially if it is for the Donkeys and other wild life

I live in Dipkarpaz and love it and all the sourrounding area. Been on lots of Tractor Safaris(I help) and never tire of the beautiful country side. your pictures captured that beauty!!!!!

dippersgirl



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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 18:59

I wanted to share these pictures on FB with my friends, but cannot see them there, only through this link. am I missing something??

Glasbury


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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 19:23

Bookworm - Thank you for sharing your lovely photos. Brilliant as always.

bookworm


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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 19:56

Thank you.Working for a better environment.



To share my link ,please do this:



1.copy the link 2.paste it to 'share a link' box on your facebook page.



All your friends will see it.



You 're welcome Maggiemay.I will do it.

Lufc1



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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 21:39

Nice photos, thank you very much

No1Doyen


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Message Posted:
01/09/2011 21:56

Bookworm. Brilliant photos, well done.

bookworm


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Message Posted:
02/09/2011 00:29

Thank you...

bookworm


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Message Posted:
02/09/2011 10:42

Morning Dippersgirl.



I am seriously interested in with the tractor safari to take photographs .How is the road?



How much does it cost? How long does it take?



I have been at the back of a tractor and ı remember it being very shaky.



And also, all the fumes from the exhaust pipe wasn't very pleasant.

keldanreb


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Message Posted:
02/09/2011 11:28

i counted 6 cars in one photo,3 going one way,3 the other.

that is a monster traffic jam in the karpaz.

i am going to rename it the m25 carpaz

bookworm


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Message Posted:
02/09/2011 19:17

It was very busy.



The roads are better ,now.

Visitor


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Message Posted:
02/09/2011 23:20

great photos.

dippersgirl



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Message Posted:
03/09/2011 09:14

mess.14



Thank you bookworm, it's now on my profile!!

dippersgirl



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Message Posted:
03/09/2011 10:14

Bookworm here are the details for the tractor safari and also a link to some photos taken by various people:



Here is the itinary for the tractor safari:

We start at the Damla Restaurant at the Eastern corner of the village.(see village map in flickr). After a coffee we set of towards Ayios Philon and have a look at the Basilica and the lovely views.. We then head eastwards and up onto the Karpaz Mountain ridge where our first stop is the Yellow Rock/Sarı Kaya. This amazing Rock formation is like no other on the island.The question everybody asks is, did it fall from the sky or did it come up from the earth. You will have to see what you think. We have freshly made Turkish coffee there and give you time to look at the amazing colours of this rock.

con't

dippersgirl



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Message Posted:
03/09/2011 10:15

con't

We then travel to the tiny mountain church of Ayios Philon of Agridhia where you can see some very hidden icons. Here you also have a stunning view of both coastlines and if its a clear day you can also see the mountains of Turkey. We travel further along the track, hopefully seeing birds, donkeys and other wildlife.then we find the path that will take us down to a secluded beach. Near there you can see the rock houses/tombs of Ourania, one of the ancient cities of Carpasia while Pakize and Bülent set the table for your picnic lunch. All the food is fresh and home made by Pakize. Her Bulgur Köfte are second to none!! Soft drinks and beer is included, Wine can be purchased separately.

The sea there is really lovely and there is plenty of time for a swim and sunbathe. Sometime Tassos the Greek goatherd comes with his animals and it is wonderful to see them pouring down the steep cliff to find the fresh water pool near the beach.

con't

dippersgirl



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Message Posted:
03/09/2011 10:18

He rides on his donkey and usually can be 'persuaded' by Bülent to come and have a cold beer and let others have a ride on the donkey!

When you are ready to move on, the journey takes you to Afendrika, another ancient site, where many people used to live, Only three Byzantine churches and many ruins remain. Then we head back to the Damla for a final drink and say our farewells.We advise you to brink comfortable footwear and your binoculars (there is a spare pair on the trailer) and your camera. We will stop anywhere you like on the journey and cold water is always available. the price is £30 per person all inclusive and you can pay on the day.

Telephone Eva on 05338206798 or Pakize on 05338756299 for your booking or if you have any questions.

Link to photos:

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

bazzagirl


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Message Posted:
03/09/2011 11:15

Beautiful pictures i will be visiting the Karpaz area on my next visit it looks like heaven on earth, full of beauty and nature x

bookworm


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Message Posted:
03/09/2011 14:56

Thank you Dippersgirl .



One last question.



Up to how many passengers do you allow per trip?

dippersgirl



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Message Posted:
03/09/2011 16:16

We can take 10 quite comfortably, if there was a larger party we could run 2 tractors, would probably have a time delay between them, otherwise its not so peaceful. Still all meet at the beach for lunch etc

bookworm


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Message Posted:
03/09/2011 21:55

That was a great help.



Thank you.



We will try to do that as soon as we can.

sienna


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Message Posted:
03/09/2011 23:28

fantastic pictures thanks for sharing

dippersgirl



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Message Posted:
04/09/2011 10:06

I'm glad you liked the information, just ring me when you are interested to go.

bookworm


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Message Posted:
04/09/2011 11:20

Thank you.See you.

dippersgirl



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Message Posted:
07/09/2011 14:06

I've had a really good feedback from my friends and also somebody has now booked the Tractor Safari because of you pictures and the comments on the road. I did not realise people thought the road was a problem. It certainly is not any more!!

bookworm


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Message Posted:
07/09/2011 21:21

That's very good!



Roads are definitely better and safer ,now...

kirton


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Message Posted:
08/09/2011 12:27

Fantastic Photos Thank You!

Can't wait to get back next month

InspironDream


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Message Posted:
08/09/2011 12:41

1 lira? I was charged 3 lira 2 months ago.

bookworm


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Message Posted:
08/09/2011 17:17

It was 1 lira to locals if i am not wrong...

bookworm


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Message Posted:
08/09/2011 17:28

No charge to enter the donkey area in Karpas anymore...