Nicosia - a unique city, because it is at once divided capital of two states - the Republic of Cyprus, inhabited by Greeks, and Northern Cyprus, with a population of Turks . In addition, it is one of the oldest cities in the world, because the first settlements in the picturesque Mezhgore Messaoria dating back the 7th century BC . Nicosia - is a city merging two cultures and the peaceful coexistence of the past and present . In Nicosia, the island is home to a third of the population, however, is to breathe as easily as anywhere in the vast Cypriot ra ning . Fans will enjoy beautiful hikes in the museums of the city, has repeatedly recognized the best in Europe, gourmets will enjoy the dishes of the Balkan, Greek and Turkish cuisine and hedonists of all ages and nationalities come to the delight of the ancient Byzantine baths and a modern spa @@ .@ Nicosia
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Initially a small settlement had the name Ledra later the town was renamed in honor of the son of the Egyptian ruler Ptalimeya, reigned in these parts, and with time the Greeks began to call it in their own way - Lefk Sia
Throughout its long history the city many times destroyed almost to the ground, but over and over again revived and became more . The most active Nicosia began to develop in the 10th century, when the city took over the French feudal lords - Lusignans . In the Middle the Venetians came to these lands, they made a huge contribution to the development of the city and gave it a special status . About their stay here testify to numerous Catholic cathedrals in the Gothic style and a unique defensive shaft - the architectural decoration of the city, preserving vsheesya still .. Map Nicosia
After the division of the city, Nicosia's international airport stopped working, but only 40 kilometers and Half an hour's drive from the center is Larnaca Airport, which arrives flights from most European cities. From Larnaca airport to Nicosia you can get to the regularly departing shuttle bus. Travel time is about half an hour.
It is sensible further from the city, 140 km, there is Paphos airport - but it will already have to get by its own speed. Moreover, in Nicosia port ferries from Lebanon, Israel, Egypt, several Greek Cypriot and two cities - Limassol and Larnaca
Flight Search Larnaca (nearest the a / c to Nicosia)
Transport Nicosia.
Although the greater Nicosia stretched for many kilometers, the distances between the main historical sights of the city are small, and almost everything can be walked around. Long distances can be traveled by public buses - they are very inexpensive, but not very convenient: frequent cancellation of routes and most are not equipped with air conditioning. In addition to Nicosia, you can travel by taxi, but you need to make sure that the counter is turned on when landing.
The climate of Nicosia
Partly cloudy, light rain +17 ° C in the afternoon +9 ° C at night ° С water |
Partly cloudy, light rain +16 ° C in the afternoon +9 ° C at night ° С water |
Partly cloudy, light rain +17 ° C in the afternoon +8 ° C at night ° С water |
| 10 days weather forecast for Nicosia | ||
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| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | sen | Oct | but I | Dec | |
| in the afternoon | +14 | +15 | +18 | +23 | +28 | +32 | +36 | +36 | +32 | +27 | +22 | +16 |
| at night | +5 | +5 | +6 | +10 | +15 | +18 | +20 | +20 | +18 | +14 | +10 | +7 |
Book popular Nicosia hotels at the best prices
| Hilton Cyprus from 10 269 rubles Nicosia Archibishop Makarios III, Avenue | ||
| Cleopatra Hotel from 4 067 rubles Nicosia 8 Florinis Street | Holiday Inn Nicosia City Center from 6 203 rubles Nicosia Regaena Street 70 | Hilton Park Nicosia from 6 961 rubles Nicosia Griva Digeni Avenue |
| Centrum Hotel - City Center from 4 067 rubles Nicosia 15 Pasikratous str., Eleftherias Square | Altius Boutique Hotel from 2 895 rubles Nicosia Acheon 1 | Castelli Hotel from 3 860 rub. Nicosia 38 Ouzounian Steet |
| Royiatiko Hotel from 4 963 rubles Nicosia 27 Apollonos Street | Asty Hotel from 2 275 rubles Nicosia 12, Pringipos Karolou Street. | Rimi Hotel from 2 619 rubles Nicosia 5 Solonos Street, Laiki Yitonia |
Entertainment, excursions and attractions of Nicosia
The main of the architectural sights of Nicosia is rightly considered Laiki Getinia - one of the quarters in the old town .Relatively recently, it was carried out a large-scale reconstruction, which resulted in the re-creation of the unique atmosphere of the beginning of the last century .Here, old houses stand along the cobbled cozy streets, so narrow that they can be used for only walking tours .They housed a lot of bars and restaurants in a retro style, which serves national cuisine, prepared according to old recipes, and to them - amazing Cypriot wines .
In general, the old city strikes with its splendor, there is a completely different life here than in the business center of the city, where there are no modern shopping centers, trendy nightclubs and expensive restaurants, only old oriental bazaars, souvenir and antique shops, and colorful taverns .In this part of the city there are the Cathedral of St. John, filled with solemn grandeur, where old frescoes, the Phanereni and Chrysaliniotissa churches were preserved and the Salimiye Mosque created in the best traditions of eastern luxury .And all this is enclosed by an ancient wall, with the amazing beauty of the fortress gates, which are recognized as the best restored object of antiquity in Europe .
In addition, there is an ancient oriental palace in Nicosia, where restoration was also carried out and the unimaginable luxury that reigned in the homes of the notable Turks .Not far from the historical center there is an old oriental bazaar where they sell all sorts of spices, household utensils and handmade textiles .And in the quarter of artisans you will be offered unique products made of clay, wood and metal, which will be produced just before your eyes .Also nearby is Buyuk Khan, a kind of oriental complex in a courtyard with colorful cafes, souvenir shops and a coffee house .
Certain museums - the Archaeological, Municipal, Art Museum, the Museum of Jewelry Art - are worth a visit. There are many interesting exhibits, many of which were created long before our era. The Museum of Decorative and Applied Arts and Folk Crafts deserves special attention, where the history and life of the whole island is collected. Photos of Nicosia (21)