FAMAGUSTA, North Cyprus
January 21, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under Famagusta, Regions
Famagusta, situated on the south east coast of Northern Cyprus, is a place where you can really feel the magic of Cyprus’ colourful past; so much so that when you visit you feel as if you can almost reach out and touch the island’s rich history.
You will also hear and see Famagusta being referred to as Mağosa, Mağusa or Gazimağusa (Gazi meaning unconquered). Read more
Boğaz, North Cyprus
January 21, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under Famagusta, Regions
The pretty coastal harbour town of Boğaz in North Cyprus is located on the south east coastal road next to the main town of Iskele. It can be reached from Kyrenia for example by the Geçitkale road via Lefkoşa, you turn left at the coastal junction and then just a few miles afterwards you will find the town as the road narrows as you’re passing through it.
Alternatively, for a more scenic journey take the north west coast road from Kyrenia via Esentepe, turning inland at Mersinlik or Kaplıca, and following the signs for Iskele and Boğaz.
Iskele, North Cyprus
January 21, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under Famagusta, Regions
The town of Iskele in North Cyprus (also known as Yeni Iskele or Trikomo), is located on the south east coastal area and on the main road which heads towards the Karpaz Peninsula area. It’s close to the harbour town of Boğaz, which is a very pretty old fishing village that still retains some of its authenticity whilst also being able to accommodate tourism.
Iskele can be reached by the Geçitkale road via Lefkoşa, turn left at the coastal junction and after just a few miles you will find the town. Alternatively, for a more scenic journey from Kyrenia, take the north west coast road via Esentepe turning inland at Mersinlik or Kaplıca, following the signs for Iskele and Boğaz.