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Kyrenia (Girne) coast at the foot of the mountains712 viewsFrom the ferry deck, the urban shore of Northern Cyprus is visible: white multi-storey buildings stretch along the sea. Behind the development rises a massive mountain range with rocky slopes, while the calm waters of the Mediterranean Sea darken in the foreground.

Domed fountain in Kyrenia (Girne) Park712 viewsA small stone structure with arched openings and a light-colored dome stands among the shady trees of the city park. Inside, a round basin or spring is visible, and low stone benches and paths have been arranged nearby.

Busy intersection in the center of Kyrenia (Girne)712 viewsPassenger cars, minibuses and a scooter move through a wide intersection in the city center. A well-maintained green traffic island, low urban buildings, shop signs and tall communication masts are visible against a clear June sky.

Coffee at a café by the Nicosia (Lefkoşa) border712 viewsThree travelers sit at a table beneath the dense green canopy of a tree. A cup, a glass and personal belongings are visible on the table, with plastic chairs and an enclosed green courtyard around them.

Twilight by the walls of Kantara Castle712 viewsA stone arch in the lower part of the ruins leads to a slope beneath massive fortress walls. In the twilight, the rough masonry, fallen stones, and sparse shrubs growing among the ruins of Kantara Castle are clearly visible.

Limestone slopes of the Kyrenia Mountains (Beşparmak)712 viewsThe steep slope is formed of pale limestone cliffs, cut by cracks and ledges. Low shrubs and sparse trees grow among the rocks, while dry grassy vegetation is visible at the foot of the slope.

Resin on tree bark712 viewsClose-up of a trunk with deeply fissured gray-brown bark. Amber drops of resin run along the irregularities of the wood and harden, gleaming brightly in the sun; blurred greenery is visible in the background.

Pedestrian street in central Kyrenia (Girne)711 viewsA sunny urban intersection in central Kyrenia (Girne): low white buildings with shops and signs line the sidewalks. Pedestrians walk along the street, a car is parked by the curb, and bollards separate the pedestrian zone from the roadway.

Flower bed by the De Cafe restaurant711 viewsA stone flower bed with cacti, aloe and other succulents is arranged beside outdoor benches. Among the plants lies a light-colored sign reading “Designed by De Cafe Restaurant”.

Arched passage in the inner courtyard of Kantara Castle711 viewsIn the castle’s inner courtyard, rough stone walls and a narrow arched entrance leading into a dark room are visible. An earthen path has survived in the recess between the rocks, while grass and shrubs have overgrown the masonry and cracks in the walls.

Monument in central Kyrenia (Girne)711 viewsA tall monument with a bronze figure beside a curved stone stele stands in Kyrenia (Girne)'s town square. Pedestrians pass in front of it, while modern buildings, flower beds and black-and-white curbs are visible across the wide street.

Close-up of a yellow cactus flower710 viewsClose-up of a bright yellow cactus flower with numerous stamens in the centre. Green fleshy segments of the plant and spines, illuminated by the sun, are visible around the open bud.

Hotel complex near the cliffs of Karpas (Karpaz)710 viewsA light-colored multi-storey building with rows of balconies stands at the foot of a low rocky hill. In the foreground, a dry grassy plain, blurred by the motion of the bus, is visible; behind the complex rise grey stone outcrops with sparse vegetation.

Apostolos Andreas Monastery by the Sea710 viewsAn old monastic building with a bell tower stands on the rocky seashore. Light-colored walls and a red tile roof rise above the cliffs, at whose foot the water laps.

Restoration of Apostolos Andreas Monastery710 viewsIn the courtyard of the monastery complex, old plastered and stone buildings with arched passageways are visible. On the right, a large building is being erected or repaired: its façade with tall arched windows is surrounded by scaffolding, with gravel and a hose lying in front of it.

Spiny lizard on rocks710 viewsA small lizard with a spiny crest is motionless on a light-colored rock. Its mottled grayish-brown coloration nearly blends in with the surrounding rocks, and its head is turned toward the camera.

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