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Kyrenia (Girne) at the foot of the Kyrenia Mountains (Beşparmak)740 viewsView from the sea of the built-up area of Kyrenia (Girne) at the very foot of the steep Kyrenia Mountains (Beşparmak). Minarets of a mosque are visible above the white urban neighborhoods, while a green coastal strip and the calm waters of the Mediterranean Sea stretch across the foreground.

Yachts at the pier against the mountains of Kyrenia740 viewsSailing yachts are moored at the pier in the harbor of Kyrenia (Girne); warehouse buildings and urban development are visible nearby. A long mountain range rises above the shore, partly veiled by a light haze.

Yellow prickly pear flower by the border740 viewsClose-up of a bright yellow prickly pear cactus flower among fleshy green shoots. Cut or damaged segments of the plant with rounded light-colored cut surfaces are visible nearby.

Two-storey house with arched loggias740 viewsA light-coloured two-storey residential house stands behind a low wavy fence amid palm trees and dense shrubs. Arched loggias, balconies with metal railings, and an external staircase under a canopy are visible on the façade; a warning sign about a dog is posted at the gate.

House with a garden on the Karpas Peninsula740 viewsA small white residential house is hidden behind a lush tree and a wrought-iron fence. A car stands in the yard; a water tank, a solar collector, and an outdoor air-conditioning unit are visible on the roof, while overhead wires run along the street.

Apostolos Andreas Monastery by the Sea740 viewsThe monastery building with a red tiled roof stands on a rocky shore by the sea. In the foreground are dry limestone ground, large boulders, and sparse low shrubs; a rocky headland is visible on the left.

Kyrenia (Girne) at the Foot of a Mountain Range740 viewsView from the sea of the coastal development of Kyrenia (Girne): hotel buildings, palm trees and low houses stand along the rocky shoreline. Behind the city rise the steep slopes of a mountain range, lightly veiled by summer haze.

St Nicholas Cathedral in Famagusta739 viewsThe main façade of the Gothic St Nicholas Cathedral in the old town of Famagusta (Gazimağusa). Above the three pointed portals are prominent tracery windows, carved stone decoration and tall towers; visitors and green trees are visible at the entrance.

Orthodox church by the road in Karpas739 viewsA large Orthodox church with a central dome and two symmetrical bell towers stands among pine trees by the road. Tall arched windows with patterned grilles are visible on the façade, and loudspeakers are installed in front of the building.

Small puddle among coastal rocks739 viewsCloudy seawater has collected in a hollow between uneven porous stones. The close-up emphasizes the weathered surface of the rocks and pale salt deposits along the edge of the puddle.

Old monastery staircase and arches739 viewsA stone staircase rises along an old wall built of uneven light-colored blocks. At the bottom, low arched vaults and a small wooden door in a stone opening are visible; the masonry has darkened and weathered in places.

Gathering fruit from a tree in the mountains739 viewsThree travelers stopped in a pine grove by a rocky mountain road. A man reaches toward a branch or trunk, while the women examine and gather small fruits found on the tree.

Kyrenia (Girne) coast at the foot of the mountains738 viewsFrom the ferry, the coastal area of Kyrenia (Girne) is visible: right by the water stands a large light-colored building with balconies and exterior staircases. Behind it, neighborhoods of private houses with tiled roofs stretch along the green slope.

Kyrenia (Girne) coast from the ferry deck738 viewsFrom the ferry deck, urban development along the shore and a mountain range partly obscured by clouds are visible. In the foreground is the vessel’s white railing with a wooden handrail; beyond it stretches the calm blue Mediterranean Sea.

Street café in central Kyrenia (Girne)738 viewsA sunny pedestrian street in central Kyrenia (Girne), with cafés under blue umbrellas and small shops. In the foreground are passers-by and a man on a scooter; solar water-heater tanks and Turkish flags are visible above the low buildings.

Turquoise Bay of Eastern Karpas (Karpaz)738 viewsView from a rocky shore of a small bay with clear turquoise water. The slopes along the sea’s edge are covered with low green shrubs, and dark patches of rocks and algae can be seen underwater.

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