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Swimming in the clear waters of Golden Beach665 viewsThree bathers relax in the shallow water by the sandy shore. Small waves roll across the clear turquoise water, while an even strip of wet sand is visible in the foreground.

Clear water at Golden Beach (Altın Kumsal)665 viewsThe shallow water by the sandy shore is so clear that the light-colored bottom and individual stones are clearly visible through it. Beyond the narrow strip of beach rise dry hills with sparse vegetation; calm blue water stretches along the shore.

Café among the dunes of Golden Beach664 viewsOn a wide sandy shore amid low coastal vegetation stand buildings with terracotta roofs and an open veranda. Behind them rise dry hills covered with sparse shrubs and trees.

City street in Kyrenia (Girne) near a roundabout664 viewsOn a broad street by a flowering roundabout, a truck and passenger cars are driving. Modern low-rise buildings with shops and signs line the road, and mountains are visible beyond the urban development.

Sea turtle tracks in the sand663 viewsBroad, winding tracks are visible in the pale sand, leading from the dunes to the shore. Shrub-covered sand hills rise behind the beach; large sea turtles leave such marks on Golden Beach (Altın Kumsal).

A turtle in the clear waters of Golden Beach662 viewsIn the center of the frame, the silhouette of a sea turtle is visible beneath calm, clear water. Turquoise shallows stretch toward the level horizon off the coast of Golden Beach (Altın Kumsal) on the Karpas Peninsula (Karpaz).

Kyrenia (Girne) promenade against a mountain backdrop661 viewsA white concrete promenade stretches along clear water, where small waves break against a stone breakwater. On the opposite shore, hotel and residential buildings, beach umbrellas, and high mountains beyond the city are visible.

Rocky shore of Golden Beach661 viewsThe light sandy shore gives way to low rocky outcrops beside clear turquoise water. Dark patches of the seabed and individual stones are visible in the shallows, while a clear blue sky stretches above the calm sea.

Golden beach by the hills of Karpas661 viewsTurquoise water rolls onto a wide sandy shore, almost entirely devoid of holidaymakers. Light dunes and shrub-covered rocky hills of the Karpas Peninsula (Karpaz) stretch along the beach.

Trail of a large sea turtle in the sand661 viewsA broad strip of flattened sand stretches from the foreground toward overgrown dunes. On both sides, tracks left by the movement of a large animal are visible; the sandy slope is covered with sparse grass and dense shrubs.

Bright preschool center building in Kyrenia (Girne)661 viewsThe facade of the Münevver Bındayı educational center is painted in rich blue, red, and yellow. The sign in Turkish mentions preschool education and activities, while children’s drawings and decorative images are visible by the entrance.

Hay bales on the plain near Nicosia (Lefkoşa)660 viewsNumerous cylindrical bales of freshly cut hay lie in a dry field. Beyond the strips of cut grass, low trees and a flat horizon slightly veiled in haze are visible.

Old stone monastery building660 viewsA stone building with tall arched passageways and narrow windows is constructed of large light-colored blocks. Above the wooden gallery rises a small weathered tower, while traces of time and overgrown vegetation are visible in the masonry and joints.

Old van by monastic buildings660 viewsAn abandoned white van with rust and a damaged front end stands on a dry vacant lot. Behind it are single-storey light-coloured buildings with red tiled roofs and flowering shrubs.

Small stone oven near the monastery660 viewsA low oven is built of rough light-colored stones and has a round dark opening at the top. The structure stands on a concrete base beside dense green bushes; a metal firebox door is visible on the side.

Swimming by the sandy dunes of Golden Beach660 viewsA woman relaxes in the clear shallow water by the shore as small waves roll onto the sand. In the background, a wide stretch of deserted beach, pale dunes and a green-covered slope are visible.

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