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Turquoise Bay of Eastern Karpas731 viewsA rocky shore descends to a small sandy bay with clear turquoise water. Low buildings are visible on the opposite cape, while two sailing yachts lie at anchor in the calm waters.

Rest stop with a stove in a pine forest731 viewsThree travelers have stopped behind a concrete table among pine trees and large rocks. On the table are a portable gas stove, dishes, mugs, and food, with backpacks lying nearby.

Empty cicada shell on a pine tree731 viewsA translucent shed cicada shell clings to the rough bark of a pine tree. In the bright sunlight, the abdominal segments, legs, and split back through which the adult insect left its larval skin are clearly visible.

Passengers on the deck of the Calypso ferry730 viewsTwo passengers stand by the side of the ferry and look toward the shore. Coastal development and a mountain range are visible in the background, and a lifeboat bearing the name Calypso is secured beside the passengers.

Pier and castle in the port of Kyrenia (Girne)730 viewsCargo trucks, vans and service launches are on the port pier; part of a passenger vessel is visible on the left. Across the bay rise the massive walls of Kyrenia Castle (Girne Castle), with urban development visible on the slopes behind them.

Stone houses by a turquoise bay730 viewsTwo small stone houses with light-colored roofs stand on the rocky shore. A sailing yacht bobs at anchor in the clear turquoise water near the shore, while an island silhouette is visible on the horizon through the sea haze.

Stone gates of Kantara Castle730 viewsRuins of the stone fortifications of Kantara Castle on a mountain slope in Northern Cyprus. The image shows arched passageways, remains of thick walls, and tower masonry, among which pine trees and dry grasses grow.

Kyrenia (Girne) at the foot of the mountains729 viewsKyrenia’s (Girne’s) coastal neighborhoods stretch along the sea at the foot of the steep Cypriot mountains. Above the white houses and green plots rises a dark mountain slope, partly veiled by a light haze.

Blooming oleander bush by the border729 viewsIn the foreground, a large oleander bush is in bloom, with narrow green leaves and drooping yellow-orange flowers. Behind it, a dirt path, trees and a flag on a tall flagpole are visible near Nicosia (Lefkoşa)’s buffer zone.

Sea turtle in clear water729 viewsA large sea turtle swims near the surface in clear turquoise water. Through the slight ripples, its dark shell and flippers are visible; there is no shore or any other objects around.

Turquoise Bay of Eastern Karpas (Karpaz)728 viewsFrom the height of the rocky shore, there is a view of clear turquoise water and submerged rocks near the coast. A small limestone headland enters the frame from the right, while dry grasses and green shrubs are visible in the foreground.

Kyrenia (Girne) coast at the foot of the mountains727 viewsFrom the ferry deck, the urban development and coastal buildings of Kyrenia (Girne) are visible. Beyond the shore rises a long mountain range, partly hidden by low clouds; in the foreground are the calm Mediterranean Sea and the vessel’s railing.

Playground by a stone building727 viewsBright slides and play structures stand behind a metal fence next to an old stone building with a tiled roof. An open gate leads to the playground, and trees with dense foliage are visible beyond it.

Bus by a roadside workshop in Karpas (Karpaz)727 viewsRows of old car tires stand along the shoulder of a narrow road; behind them are low houses and outbuildings. A blue-and-white bus is parked nearby; wires stretch above the roofs, and water tanks rise above them.

Kyrenia (Girne) at the foot of the mountains of Northern Cyprus726 viewsView from the sea of Kyrenia’s coastal development: multi-storey hotels and residential buildings stand along the shore, with green slopes featuring rocky sections rising behind them. Calm water and a rocky shoreline are visible in the foreground.

Houses under construction by the sea in Karpas726 viewsModern white residential houses stand by the road, one of them still under construction. Building materials are visible behind a low concrete wall, and the blue sea begins to the right beyond the plot; the photo was taken from a bus window.

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