The official tourism website of Singapore
promotes a slogan “Passion Made Possible“,
what means that in Singapore with your passion, you can create amazing things.
Singapore – Passion Made Possible
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Singapore – Dream Country?
Singapore for many, especially for Asian, is like a dream country;
a place where they would like to live.
Why? Because it’s so modern and seems to be a paradise.
I’m much more impressed by nature than by architecture,
but can understand that fascination by Singapore or Dubai.
Singapore – Introduction
Welcome to Singapore.
Tha small Asian country that is a dream for many, do you know why?
I’ll talk about it later. 🙂
Northern Cyprus – Final impression
Today, I’m showing you my last picture from the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.
I hope, you liked some of the pictures. 🙂
I don’t want to have politics on the travel blog, so I try to avoid this topic as much as possible, just giving you basic information. I decided to show you Cyprus and North Cyprus separately, because both parts are kind of treated like different “countries”; and tourists face different restrictions while visiting them.
Tomorrow, we’ll travel south. 🙂
Stay tuned!
Northern Cyprus – Currency
The new Turkish lira is the official currency of Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.
I was sometimes using euro, but the rest was always given in Turkish lira.
Northern Cyprus – Mountains
I really like mountains in the North Cyprus;
you can find some paths for hiking and lovely located castels. 🙂
Northern Cyprus – Rent a Car
For visiting Cyprus, it’s very convenient to rent a car.
There are some restrictions, because of the insurance, and it’s not always possible to visit North Cyprus by car from the South. When you rent a car in the North, then you are not allowed to go South.
However, rules may change, so check everything shortly before traveling.
Northern Cyprus – Nicosia
Nicosia (Turkish: Lefkosa, Greek: Lefkosia) is the divided capital of Cyprus.
Northern Cyprus – Buffavento Castle
If you like hiking and ruins, check the Buffavento Castle on the Kyrenia Range.
Northern Cyprus – Bellapais Monastery
Bellapais Abbey is also known as Bellapais Monastery.
Its name comes from French and means “Abbey of Peace”.
I have to say, I didn’t expect to see something like that on the island.
Northern Cyprus – Bellapais Abbey
Do you know that a 14th century Lusignan Bellapais Abbey can be seen in Northern Cyprus?
It’s a only a short drive distance from Kyrenia.
Don’t miss it! 🙂
Northern Cyprus – Shipwreck Museum in Kyrenia
Shipwreck Museum is also a must-visit place in Kyrenia.
You’ll see there a ship from the period of the Hellenistic kingdoms founded after the death of Alexander; so something very old and very unique! Highly recommend!
Northern Cyprus – Kyrenia Castle
Kyrenia Castle is one of the main attractions of Kyrenia.
Definitely, plan to visit the impressive castle.
Northern Cyprus – Beaches around Kyrenia
Kyrenia has nice beaches,
not only for people, but also for turtles. 🙂
Northern Cyprus – KirĂnia or Girne
Kyrenia name is adapted from Greek KirĂnia,
but in Turkish the town is called Girne.
Northern Cyprus – Kyrenia
Kyrenia is a small, busy, tourist, harbour town.
Everyone should find there something nice;
if not, “just outside Kyrenia” there are a few more attractions. 🙂
Northern Cyprus – Language
Turkish is the main language in Northern Cyprus,
however, Cypriots version is different from the one that’s used in Turkey.
Don’t worry, many (not all!) people understand English.
Northern Cyprus – Kyrenia Mountain Range
The Saint Hilarion Castle is lovely located.
It lies on the beautiful Kyrenia mountain range,
that makes it very scenic.
Northern Cyprus – Queen’s window of St Hilarion Castle
And one more picture of the St Hilarion Castle,
with so-called the Queen’s window.
Northern Cyprus – Hiking St Hilarion Castle
Don’t forget to take good hiking shoes for visiting the St Hilarion Castle;
there is lots to see. 🙂