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Things to Do  

Apostolos Andreas Monastery

Apostolos Andreas Monastery, Karpasia

 Pinat Says:  This monastery is a key religious site, and the focus for Greek Cypriot pilgrimages on the important festivals of Orthodox Easter and St Andrew's Day. A fortified monastery stood on the shoreline in the 12th century. The oldest surviving building is a 15th century seaside... 

Karpaz (Zafer Burnu) National Park

Karpaz (Zafer Burnu) National Park, Karpasia

 Pinat Says:  There are six national parks in Northern Cyprus and this one is located on the northeastern tip of the island. The national park covers a quite large area which includes the ruins of ancient city of Karpasia, Apostolos Andreas Monastery, wonderful beaches (Golden Beach, Sea... 

Ayios Philon Basilica Church

Ayios Philon Basilica Church, Karpasia

 Pinat Says:  The church is in the site of the ancient city of Karpasia, which was founded by the legendary King Pygmalion of Cyprus. It was a flourishing Christian community until the Arab raiders burnt it in 802. Its inhabitants fled inland at that time.The building has been constructed... 

Play with Baby

Play with Baby, Karpasia

 Loubna Says:  Baby is the name of Hasan's dog. This is Baby 3 as the other two have mysteriously disappeared. Hasan gets them from a dog shelter and gives them a nice life at Golden beach.You can see Baby having a swim or chasing after lizarsa and having a lot of fun doing it :o) 

Total relaxation on a hammock

Total relaxation on a hammock, Karpasia

 Loubna Says:  As I mentioned previously, there are many perfect spots to hang a hammock at Hasan's place. You have the view of the mountains or the sea. I enjoyed reading a book under the shade of a tree or falling asleep to the gentle movemnt. The one I will miss the most is watching the... 

Hotels  

villa carparis: dipkarpaz best hideaway

villa carparis: dipkarpaz best hideaway, Karpasia

 devakavita Says:  small but very beautiful boutique-hotel in a very quiet area of dipkarpaz.newly buit in 2009, thoughtfully for tourists needs designed in luxurious simplicity.youll find mosquitonets in front of the windows, different kinds of bedcovers, ac, fans, fridge, wonderfully... 

Hasan's and Turtles Beach: A natural stay

Hasan's and Turtles Beach: A natural stay, Karpasia

 Loubna Says:  Hasan's place is home away from home kind of place, everytime I go to Golden Beach I stay here. He has become a good friend and I feel very comfortable. The place is very basic, wih a few bungalows and places to set up your tent. There are also many places to hang a hammock... 

Restaurants  

Hasan's Kitchen: Fresh fish

Hasan's Kitchen: Fresh fish, Karpasia

 Loubna Says:  Hasan and his help, do all the cooking. Dinner:You can choose between meat or fish for dinner, comes with salad and chips as well other little dishes like stuffed vine leaves and beans.BreakfastEggs (variety), halloumi, tomatoes, cucumber, bread, honey or jam. Coffe, tea or... 

Nightlife  

The main area at Hasan's place: Nightime get together

The main area at Hasan's place: Nightime get together, Karpasia

 Loubna Says:  Everyone will eat around the same time and most people make it back to the main part. I have had crying with laughter nights, dancing nights, playing games or very quiet nights just having a chat with people etc...it all depends on the people around so pot luck really. This... 

Golden beach: The stars

Golden beach: The stars, Karpasia

 Loubna Says:  As there is a minimum amount of light the stars' visbility is great. You can go on the beah, stretch on the sand and enjoy nature's beauty. I was lucky enough to have many nights of spotting shooting stars as well. Eventhough these moments are greats, they cannot be captured... 

Transportation  

No transport

No transport, Karpasia

 Loubna Says:  There is no means of public transport to visit this place, the only way to do it is if you rent a car. Make sure to have plenty of petrol as after Dipkarpax there is no petrol station. 

Local Customs  

Don't forget where you are....

Don't forget where you are...., Karpasia

 Loubna Says:  Many people forget that this is primarily a muslim country. If you like going topless on the beach then just remember where you are and respect the country you are visiting. During the weekends many Turkish families visit this beach... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Au naturel....

Au naturel...., Karpasia

 Loubna Says:  It is not a danger but more of a warning, this place is very natural and does not necessarily suit everyone. The amenities are very basic and you will find spiders on the walls in the shower and toilets. You will have bugs flying around, lizards etc... The bungalows are very... 

What to Pack  

Some essentials

Some essentials, Karpasia

 Loubna Says:  A torch! After the generator is switched off then there is absolutely no light apart from the moon. Might sound obvious but if you are prone to mosquito bites then some mosquito repellent is the only way you are going to survive the nights and for the day, some high level... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Waiting for the turtles

Waiting for the turtles, Karpasia

 Loubna Says:  If it is the righ season then ask Hasan to take you to wait for the turtles to come lay their eggs or for the eggs to hatch. In three summers of coming here I have not managed to see any but many other people have been lucky. Hasan has a passion for them and he can show you... 

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 There is no means of public transport to visit this place, the only way to do it is if you rent a car. Make sure to have plenty of petrol as after Dipkarpax... 

 

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The Jewel of Northern Cyprus

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 More than two years ago, three friends and myself rented a car and decided to explore the North part of island, little did we know that we will find a little of paradise :o) Our aim was to go to the... 

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Hidden Gem of Northern Cyprus

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 My first visit to this beautiful piece of nature was in July 2011. I was again in Northern Cyprus visitng my soldier husband. After a bit of hesitation (Traffic is on the left. It was going to be our... 

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A corner of Heaven

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 This is the Golden Beach, where caretta caretta sea turtles come and lay their eggs. There is no building or no signs of civilization other than limited no. of items a few other fellows brought... 

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