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Ruins of the Venetian Palace in Famagusta (Gazimağusa)651 viewsA surviving pointed arch and fragments of stone walls rise above palm trees near the coast. Beyond the ruins, the roofs of the Old City and the calm Mediterranean Sea are visible; a construction crane stands beside the historic masonry.

Hotel on a rocky coast651 viewsA light-colored two-storey hotel building stands on elevated ground among low shrubs. Rows of solar water heaters are visible on the roof, and a dry rocky area with sparse vegetation stretches in front of the building.

By the monastery walls above the sea651 viewsA female traveler stands on a stone platform among the old walls and arched passageways of Apostolos Andreas Monastery. Beyond the ruins, there is a view of the bright blue sea, the rocky shore, and a distant coastal settlement.

Arcades of Apostolos Andreas Monastery651 viewsThe light-colored stone building of the monastery, with a long arcade and green wooden doors, opens onto an inner courtyard. Shrubs grow by the entrance, and scaffolding is visible by the building’s right wing.

Stone plaque with a coat of arms from 1962651 viewsA light stone plaque with a relief shield surrounded by a wreath is set into the wall. The date “1962” is carved beneath the coat of arms; the stone surface has noticeably darkened and is covered with small marks of time.

Rocky bay of Eastern Karpas651 viewsA small stony bay with clear turquoise water at the foot of pale cliffs. A dirt road runs above the shore, and beyond it stretches a hilly coastline covered with low shrubs, with the sea line visible in the distance.

Fenced tree on the Karpas Cape651 viewsA small green tree grows behind a makeshift mesh fence amid dry, rocky vegetation. Behind it are pale coastal cliffs, a dirt road, and the blue expanse of the sea in eastern Karpas (Karpaz).

Rocky coast of Eastern Karpas651 viewsLight limestone cliffs descend to clear turquoise water along a rocky shore. Beneath the sea surface, flat reefs and dark patches of underwater rocks are visible, while small waves break against coastal outcrops.

Descent over rocks to clear water651 viewsThree people carefully descend over large light-colored stones on a rocky seashore. Clear shallow water is visible between the boulders, and algae-covered stones darken at the water’s edge.

Turquoise water by a rocky shore651 viewsAt the foot of a pale limestone cliff, the sea forms a shallow, clear inlet. Through the turquoise water, the rocky bottom, algae, and several large stones near the shore are clearly visible.

Sandy Bay of Eastern Karpas651 viewsA wide strip of light sand frames a quiet bay with clear turquoise water. Low houses stand by the rocky headland, while two sailing yachts can be seen at anchor in the sea; the foreground is covered with sparse coastal shrubs.

Rocky shore of Eastern Karpas (Karpaz)651 viewsUneven coastal slabs and rounded stones extend into the clear seawater. Small pools remain between the stones, and beyond the line of surf, the calm blue expanse of the sea is visible all the way to the level horizon.

Street with palm trees in Nicosia (Lefkoşa)650 viewsA small city street with parked cars runs between low-rise buildings. Tall palm trees are visible behind the houses, and numerous wires stretch above the roadway against a blue sky with clouds.

Football field by a city road650 viewsA small football field with green turf is enclosed by a fence and located next to a wide city road. On the opposite side, old single-storey buildings, a petrol station and vehicles are visible, with mountains rising in the distance.

Modern white monument in Nicosia (Lefkoşa)650 viewsA white abstract composition with tall vertical stelae is installed beside a busy city street. Relief slabs and sloping elements surround a small area of ornamental vegetation; pine trees, cars and buildings are visible behind the monument.

Gothic vaults and stained glass of the cathedral650 viewsThe high nave of the historic cathedral is illuminated by light through a large Gothic window with stone tracery. Below, a pointed portal with a small stained-glass window is visible, while to the right a wooden gallery stands out in the half-light.

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