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Icons at Apostolos Andreas Monastery632 viewsIn a modest room of Apostolos Andreas Monastery, Orthodox icons in wooden frames are displayed on the wall and on a table. A visitor examines the icons near a small window; simple wooden chairs stand around, and a staircase leads to the upper level.

Rocky shore of Eastern Karpas632 viewsClear turquoise water washes over large light-colored boulders along the rocky shore. Stones and patches of algae are clearly visible beneath the shallow water, while isolated rock formations rise from the sea in the distance.

Rocky coast of Karpas by fishermen’s houses632 viewsLow houses with red tiled roofs stand on a dry, stony shore above clear water. At the foot of the limestone cliffs, a small wooden platform and boats moored in a quiet bay are visible.

A solitary post by the sea632 viewsA tall concrete post with a small tiled canopy stands by a mesh fence on a dry rocky shore. Behind it, a blue strip of sea, a dirt road, and several low houses with red roofs are visible.

Two yachts off the coast of Karpas632 viewsTwo sailing yachts are stationary on calm water near a sandy shore. In the foreground, clear turquoise shallows and a light strip of beach are visible; farther out, the sea darkens toward the horizon.

Hiking along a road in Karpas632 viewsThree travelers with large backpacks walk along a winding asphalt road amid dense shrubs and low hills. Wooden poles with wires stand along the roadside, and the road leads into a green valley in Eastern Karpas (Karpaz).

Arched gallery of Apostolos Andreas Monastery631 viewsBeneath a wide whitewashed arch, an old monastery wall with a small window covered by a metal grille is visible. Worn plaster reveals the masonry, while pots with green plants and flowers stand along a rusting railing.

Courtyard of Apostolos Andreas Monastery631 viewsIn the courtyard of the monastery complex, buildings with arcades and red tile roofs are visible. In the foreground is an undeveloped plot with metal frames and utility structures; on the right, a female visitor walks along the path.

Iconostasis of Apostolos Andreas Monastery631 viewsThe richly decorated carved iconostasis with icons occupies the entire wall of the altar area of the church. Oil lamps burn before the icons, and tall candlesticks stand beneath a large crystal chandelier.

Rocky coast of Eastern Karpas631 viewsLight limestone cliffs drop steeply into clear blue water. At the foot of the coast lie individual stone boulders, while sparse shrubs are visible in crevices among the dry stones.

Two yachts at anchor near the shore631 viewsTwo sailing yachts are at anchor in clear blue water near a green shore. Their tall masts and rigging stand out clearly against the calm Mediterranean Sea and the bright sky.

Sandy shore of Golden Beach by the hills631 viewsA wide stretch of deserted sandy beach runs along the calm sea. At the foot of low rocky hills, light-colored dunes, sparse vegetation, and several beach canopies with sun loungers are visible.

Gecko on a wall under a roof631 viewsA small gecko is motionless on a plastered wall beneath the overhang of a tiled roof. A gutter and a curved pipe are visible nearby, while bright sunshine casts sharp shadows on the facade.

Kantara restaurant-bar by the mountain road631 viewsThe small Kantara restaurant-bar is located by the road among tall trees. In front of the light-colored building are stone flower beds, while signs, a green umbrella, and an open veranda can be seen at the entrance.

Kyrenia (Girne) harbor against a mountain backdrop631 viewsBeyond the stone breakwater, vessels stand by the pier, while calm seawater is visible in the foreground. Behind the port buildings of Kyrenia (Girne), the slopes of a mountain range rise in a blue haze.

Inside a post office in Nicosia (Lefkoşa)630 viewsVisitors fill out documents at the counter in the bright post office interior. Turkish inscriptions are visible on the walls and signs, while employees work behind glass partitions.

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