Located on the north coast of the beautiful place Cyprus, is the amazing town of Kyrenia. This land is so much known for the exquisite history which it holds proudly having the very unique and spectacular remains and ruins of the innumerable civilizations.
In fact, the long natural beaches, and mild climates and calm seas just add a feather to its typical Mediterranean aura. Bounded northwards with a clear blue sea and southwards by lush green Besparmak Mountain Range, the land offers the most spectacular of the views to be held by your eye. Kyrenia has some of the self catering holidays in Cyprus.
There are quite a lot of places that can be visited and many amazing activities that can be undertaken here, but some of them remain just the exclusive and the most favored ones.
For instance, the ancient castle whose origins is not known but is believed to have been built by great Byzantines of the seventh century is one place that should not be missed.
Having a rich history behind it, this Kyrenia Castle lies just next to the harbor and was once also used as a prison by the British for holding the war prisoners. There are some good value holiday villas in Kyrenia that can be rented by tourists in this region.
Another great attraction of the place is the Shipwreck Museum that lies within the Kyrenia Castle. This is though a small museum but it houses a great wreck of an old wooden merchant-ship well preserved.
This ship is believed to be as old as 306 BC and was found in the year of 1967 off Kyrenia coast. The cargo of this ship, clay jugs (amphorae) was filled with almonds and olives is relatively said to be intact still.
When you stroll around the place, you can not help but indulge in the great penchant for shopping. As the very experience of exploring the Kyrenian markets is as blissful as the place itself, you will find yourself getting involved in the flavor of the place itself.
The cobbled narrow alleys of the place and the local markets provide with a sense of aesthetics. In fact, the cafes can be stopped by at to have a cup of coffee while you bask in the glory of the beauty of Kyrenia. Many holiday makers choose to rent self catering apartments in Kyrenia and use them as a base to experience the local culture.
The fairy tale castle of the St. Hilarion is a tourist spot that is loved specifically by children, though it is an exciting place for adults as well. This castle is the one that is well rumored to the one that played a great part in inspiring Walt Disney's fairy tale story, "The Sleeping Beauty". This castle was built while the crusades were going on.
Last but not the least, the Bellapais Village is one enchanting location that is a must visit. This exquisite village overlooks the town and provides an exquisite view.
The ancient abbey of it offers a very peaceful environ for blissful hill walking experience. This abbey is really legendary and is set amidst the great mountains providing with a very exotic feel to the very journey. As the place is calm with fresh air and lush green surroundings, you will feel at the very lap of nature.
It is now so easy to see why Kyrenia has become such a popular holiday destination in Cyprus. Holiday makers are drawn here by the good weather, great food and superb selection of holiday villas and self catering holiday apartments in Kyrenia that can be rented as holiday homes in Cyprus.
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