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Swimming in a breaking wave789 viewsA woman in a yellow swimsuit lies in shallow seawater near the shore and smiles at the camera. Behind her, a small wave breaks into white foam, while sunlight glints on the surface of the calm water.

Relaxing in the sea by a sandy beach788 viewsA girl in a yellow swimsuit lies in shallow water as small transparent waves roll onto the shore. Farther out in the sea, several other people are swimming; sunlight plays on the calm bluish-green water.

Unfinished villa near the mountains of Northern Cyprus788 viewsAn unfinished two-storey house stands on a dry plot at the foot of the mountains. In the foreground grow a large agave with tall flower stalks and a spreading palm tree, while a paved area leads to the house.

Swimming in a shallow bay near Kaplytsa787 viewsVacationers swim in clear, shallow water by a sandy shore. On the opposite side of the small bay, pale shrub-covered slopes and a narrow strip of beach are visible.

Rocky cove by an unfinished villa787 viewsA small sea cove is surrounded by pale limestone cliffs and large boulders protruding from the clear turquoise water. On the far shore, a small structure stands among the rocks, with a dry hilly coastline stretching behind it.

Rocky ridge near Kantara Castle786 viewsView of pine-covered mountain slopes and pale limestone cliffs of Northern Cyprus. A tall rocky peak, lit by the sun, stands out on the ridge; beyond the ranges, a broad plain is visible in the distance.

Ruins of Kantara Castle on a mountain slope786 viewsThe stone walls and tower of the medieval Kantara Castle stand among rocks on a high mountain slope. Below, arched passageways and remnants of fortifications are visible, beyond which a broad view opens onto wooded hills and the coast of Northern Cyprus.

Stone fortifications of Famagusta’s old town785 viewsMassive walls and bastion fortifications are built of light-colored stone. In the lower part, a narrow arched passage with a grille is visible, while sun-scorched grass grows on the ledges and tops of the walls; pine trees stand in front of the fortifications.

Road to Rizokarpaso Park784 viewsA narrow asphalt road leads to an arch bearing the inscription of the Dipkarpaz municipality and Roland Papa Park. Low fences, corn plantings, utility poles with wires, and green trees are visible along the roadsides against a backdrop of hills.

Inside the mosque in Dipkarpaz (Rizokarpaso)784 viewsA prayer hall with rows of patterned carpets, white columns, and wooden double doors. A female visitor with a camera stands at the entrance; light enters through tall windows along the wall.

Stepped path near Kantara Castle784 viewsA stone staircase leads to the start of the ascent, laid between large light-colored boulders and dense shrubs. A green information board with prohibition signs stands by the path; farther on, the trail climbs up the slope.

Commercial Buildings on Famagusta (Gazimağusa) Street783 viewsLow modern buildings with balconies and shop windows line a wide, dusty street. Signs for a cooperative bank, a real estate agency, a car rental company and a computer store are visible on the façades; cars are parked in front of them.

Shops and a dry cleaner’s on a street in Famagusta (Gazimağusa)783 viewsOn a sunny city street, low-rise buildings with shops on the ground floors can be seen. Signs advertise the Tozun Temizleme dry cleaner’s, the Panço children’s clothing store and other retail outlets; pedestrians walk past them and cars drive by.

Wooded ridges near Kantara Castle783 viewsFrom above, there is a view of pine-covered mountain slopes and pale limestone outcrops. Jagged ridges stretch into the distance, and beyond them the coast of Northern Cyprus can be seen through a light haze.

Kyrenia (Girne) waterfront against a mountain backdrop782 viewsFrom the ferry deck, the coastal residential homes of Kyrenia (Girne), a small strip of beach, and a green strip along the shore are visible. Behind the urban development rise the slopes of the Kyrenia Mountains (Beşparmak), veiled in a light haze.

Pigeons by bowls on the pavement782 viewsSeveral pigeons have gathered around a low metal feeder containing grain at the edge of the pavement. Nearby are two round clay bowls, one of them damaged; a small puddle is visible on the asphalt.

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