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Night crab on the sand of Golden Beach798 viewsA small pale crab stands motionless on wet sand, illuminated by a flash in the darkness. Its long legs and raised eyes are clearly visible against the grainy surface of Golden Beach (Altın Kumsal) on the Karpas Peninsula (Karpaz).

Old Church of Apostolos Andreas Monastery797 viewsThe frame shows a weathered church building with a narrow bell tower, a red tiled roof, and arched openings on the lower level. Signs of age are visible on the light-colored walls: crumbling plaster, cracks, and exposed stone masonry.

Kyrenia (Girne) port receipts before departure795 viewsThe photograph shows a Kyrenia (Girne) municipality receipt for passenger port services, issued in Turkish. The sheet lists charges for boarding, parking and port infrastructure development; beneath it, a ticket with an image of a ferry is visible.

White cliffs by the clear sea794 viewsLight limestone cliffs descend to clear turquoise water. In the shallows, stones and sections of underwater cliffs are clearly visible, while beyond the cape the sea darkens and merges with the level horizon.

Relaxing on a rocky outcrop by the sea794 viewsA girl in a yellow swimsuit lies on a large rocky outcrop above the shore. Below, uneven coastal rocks, sand, and small waves of the clear blue sea are visible.

Empress Hotel in Famagusta793 viewsThe four-storey Empress Hotel building, with a white-and-burgundy façade and balconies, stands behind a low stone fence. The hotel sign and solar water heaters are visible on the roof; palm trees grow in front of the entrance, and wooden canopies have been installed.

Rocky bay of eastern Karpas (Karpaz)793 viewsA small bay with clear turquoise water is surrounded by light-colored cliffs and sparse shrubs. Cars, boats, and a simple structure right by the water are visible on a narrow coastal strip; stones and reefs can be clearly seen beneath the surface.

Interior of a mosque in central Dipkarpaz (Rizokarpaso)793 viewsIn the prayer hall, a mihrab decorated with ceramic tiles, a wooden minbar, and a large crystal chandelier are visible. Above the mihrab are images of the Kaaba and the flags of Turkey and Northern Cyprus; the walls are complemented by Arabic calligraphy.

Mountain valley on the road to Nicosia (Lefkoşa)792 viewsA broad, dry valley stretches at the foot of rocky mountains. Sparse trees, small green patches and grazing dark animals are visible in the fields; the photo was taken on a clear day from a moving car.

Tall aloe flower stalks by the sea792 viewsA large clump of aloe with long flower stalks grows on a rocky shore. Three tall stems with branched inflorescences rise above the stiff bluish-green leaves; the calm sea is visible in the background.

Anchor by a maritime mural in Famagusta (Gazimağusa)791 viewsA large old anchor with a chain is installed by the wall of a building. Sailing vessels are depicted on the wall behind it, barbed wire runs above the mural, and a sign with an inscription about the 17th century is visible nearby.

A street in Dipkarpaz with a view of the mosque791 viewsA quiet paved street in Dipkarpaz (Rizokarpaso) runs between sidewalks, dry plots of land and low houses. Tall pine trees grow along the road, while the mosque’s white dome and minaret are visible in the distance beyond the rooftops.

Conversation at a Restaurant Table790 viewsThree visitors are sitting at a large wooden table on the restaurant’s open terrace. A man is pointing to something on the sheets and photographs spread out in front of him, while the women listen attentively; other tables and a mountainous landscape can be seen in the background.

Old building with an arcade in Nicosia (Lefkoşa)789 viewsA white historic building with pointed stone arches and green shutters stands among more modern multi-storey buildings. A bright pink bougainvillea blooms lushly in front of the fence, and two passers-by with backpacks are visible by the entrance.

View of central Dipkarpaz (Rizokarpaso) from the mosque789 viewsFrom an elevated spot, there is a view of the central part of Dipkarpaz (Rizokarpaso), with low-rise development and green hills on the horizon. On the right side of the frame, a stone bell tower with a cross is visible, and in front of it are a road, modern buildings, and an overgrown slope.

Christian church in central Dipkarpaz789 viewsAn old stone church with a tall carved bell tower and crosses on its domes rises above the low-rise buildings of Dipkarpaz (Rizokarpaso). Signs of age, arched niches and decorative stonework are visible on the light-coloured walls; green hills can be seen behind the church.

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