North Cyprus Geography
Cyprus is the first largest island in the Mediterranean after Sardinia and
Sicily. It lies 70 kms from Turkey, 100kms from
Syria and 320 km from Egypt.
North Cyprus Climate
Mediterranean climate, with long dry summers from mid-May to mid-October
and mild winters from December to February,
separated by short autumn and spring seasons.
Language
Language is Turkish but English is widely understood.
Population of North Cyprus
200,587
Capital City of North Cyprus
Lefkosa (Nicosia) population = 39,176
Other Cities of North Cyprus
Gazimagusa (Famagusta) Population = 27,637
Girne (Kyrenia) Population = 14,205
Guzelyurt Population = 12,865
Lefke Population = 6,490
Yeni Iskele Population = 2,814
North Cyprus Area
3,355 Kilometer Square.
North Cyprus Currency
The New Turkish Lira. Euro, Sterling, Dollars, and other major currencies
may be used or exchanged in the larger towns. NB.
While no restrictions are placed on imports of foreign exchange, large
amounts should be declared to customs upon entry. Up
to $10,000 may be exported.
Getting to North Cyprus
The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus can be reached both by sea and
air. By air; Cyprus Turkish Airlines, Turkish
Airlines, Onur Air, Fly Air, and Atlas Jet provide an important network
from International airports to Ercan via Turkey. For
the timetables, prices, and information, enquiries can be made at the
offices of the above mentioned airlines as well as
from the travel agents and foreign representatives.
By Sea, there are scheduled ferry boat services from Mersin to Famagusta
three times a week. There are daily sea-bus and
ferry services from Tasucu to Girne. Also from Alanya, Antalya, and Anamur
services are organized during summer months to
Girne by (Akgunler and Fergun shipping Companies).
Passports and Visas
A valid passport is necessary for entry and visa is granted at entry point
to Northern Cyprus
North Cyprus Coastline
The beaches of Northern Cyprus are among the cleanest and safest in the
Mediterranean. The average water temperature is 24C
between May and October. During the summer season Hotel Beaches offer an
excellent service to its customers in terms of
eating and drinking facilities, not failing to mention the provision of
beach umbrellas and beach loungers.
Some of these beaches will also offer activities such as water skiing,
banana rides, jet ski, wind surfing and scuba diving.
North Cyprus Traffic
Please drive on the left. Traffic and road signs are International.
Maximum speed is 100kph. Vehicles entering Northern
Cyprus must be insured upon arrival. Seat belts must be worn. Drivers are
prohibited to drive under the influence of
alcohol. The limit is 50 mgr (as in Europe).
Telephone in North Cyprus
The code for England is 00 44 followed by the local number but omitting
the first zero (0).
From England the code is 00 90 392 followed by the local Cypriot number.
Public telephone booths are available and telephone cards can be purchased
from the Telecommunications office.
North Cyprus Pubic Transport
A good, inexpensive network of buses and mini-buses operates between all
the main towns, in addition there are Dolmus
(shared taxis) operating on the same routes. Taxis are widely available
but do not carry a meter, however, there are
standard journeys.
Opening Hours in North Cyprus
Shops are open with some variations but generally
Summer: 08:00 13:00 and 16:00 19:00
Winter: 09:00 13:00 and 14:00 18:00
Banks (Mon Fri)
Summer: 08:00 12:00
Winter: 08:45 12:30 and 14:00 15:30
Public Services
Summer:
Monday: 07:30 14:00 and 15:30 18:00
Tuesday Friday: 07:30 14:00
Winter:
Monday Friday: 08:00 13:00 and 14:00 17:00
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