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St Hilarion Castle

Kyrenia (Northern Cyprus) ·
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Jul 22, 2025 - Jul 23, 2025
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Majestic Fortress of St Hilarion Castle

St Hilarion Castle offers a visual feast, revealing its fairy-tale silhouette only upon approach. Renowned for its strategic location, parts of the castle date back to the 10th century, originally built as a monastery over St Hilarion's tomb.

The castle served as a military outpost under the Lusignans after being seized in 1191, featuring distinct architecture with fortified enclosures, towers, and remnants of royal apartments.

Unforgettable Highlights

🏰 Remarkable Ruins - Explore hidden rooms, crumbling towers, and breathtaking landscapes.

🌄 Panoramic Views - Enjoy stunning vistas of the Kyrenia plain and beyond from the tower.

🗝️ Historical Depth - Discover its transformation from a strategic military site to a summer residence.

Accessible free of charge, St Hilarion Castle is ideal for tourists, history enthusiasts, and families seeking adventure.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum St Hilarion Castle

Walt Disney Inspiration

Rumored to have inspired the design of Disney's Snow White due to its storybook appearance.

Legend of 101 Rooms

Local folklore claims the castle had 101 rooms leading to a secret fairy garden.

Historical Control

The castle has changed hands multiple times, most recently being controlled by Turkish Cypriots since 1964.

Location

Girne Bogazi Mevkii

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