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Travelers on a mountain road703 viewsThree travelers with large backpacks stopped by a narrow paved road among pine trees. Through the dense greenery on the right, a light-colored limestone rock outcrop is visible, and above the forest is a clear blue sky.

Kyrenia (Girne) coast at the foot of the mountains702 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 with a mosque702 viewsFrom the ferry deck, a built-up stretch of the Northern Cyprus coast is visible. Behind low houses and multi-storey buildings rises a green slope, while two mosque minarets stand out above the neighbourhoods.

Homes by the sea in Karpas702 viewsA narrow road passes two-storey houses with tiled roofs and covered verandas. Water tanks and solar water heaters are installed on the roofs, wires stretch above the street, and a strip of sea is visible behind the buildings.

Old monastery staircase and arches702 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.

Sunset in pine branches near Kantara Castle702 viewsThe low sun colors the sky in golden-orange hues and shines through the dense silhouettes of pine branches. In the foreground, a broad tree trunk darkens, while the distant horizon is hidden in a light evening haze.

Kyrenia (Girne) waterfront from the ferry701 viewsFrom the ferry deck, the shore of Kyrenia (Girne) is visible: a stone waterfront promenade stretches along the water, with large hotel and residential buildings behind it. On the slope behind the city, light-colored houses with red roofs are scattered among the greenery.

Pier and Kyrenia Castle in the harbour701 viewsIn the foreground are the pier, service vehicles and the white-and-blue boat Emerald Express. Behind the breakwater are yachts and the stone walls of Kyrenia Castle (Girne Castle), while a beacon light stands out at the end of the mole in the sea.

Old church on the Karpas Peninsula701 viewsA stone church with a tall bell tower, photographed from the road amid residential development. The façade is divided by broad arches, above which rise three semicircular vaults; passing cars are visible in the foreground.

Winding road among the rocks of the Kyrenia Mountains (Beşparmak)701 viewsA narrow asphalt road curves around dense vegetation on a mountain slope. Pale limestone cliffs rise above the pines and shrubs, brightly lit by the summer sun.

Kyrenia (Girne) coast at the foot of the mountains700 viewsFrom the ferry deck, the built-up area of Kyrenia (Girne), the coastal strip, and a small white lighthouse by a stone breakwater are visible. Rocky mountain slopes rise above the city, partly veiled by a light haze.

Inside a dolmuş on the way to Kyrenia (Girne)700 viewsView from the passenger compartment of a minibus operating on a regular route: the driver drives the vehicle along a city street. Through the windshield, palm trees, development and a mountainside are visible in the background; a 50 speed limit sign is installed by the road.

Cactus thickets near the Nicosia (Lefkoşa) border700 viewsDense prickly pear thickets occupy almost the entire foreground; yellow flowers are visible on some of the flat shoots. Flagpoles rise above the greenery, one of them flying the red flag of Turkey.

Orthodox church by the road in Karpas700 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.

Stone arches and stairs in a monastery courtyard700 viewsIn the inner courtyard, two low arches of light-colored stone lead into recessed rooms. To the left, a wide stone staircase descends toward them, while the walls of the old structure retain traces of masonry and plasterwork from different periods.

Coastal rocks of Eastern Karpas700 viewsLight, smoothed rock layers stretch along the sea’s edge, forming shallow water-filled hollows. Beyond the rocky shore, sand dunes and hills covered with sparse vegetation of Eastern Karpas are visible.

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