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kyrenia castleIf you want to try paragliding on winds carrying the smell of the lemon trees, or to search the blue depths of the Mediterranean Sea or to indulge yourself in the delicious food of the Mediterranean, come to Northern Cyprus.

Girne (Kyrenia), meaning westerly winds, is the most attractive city on the island and is said to have been the home of Zephyros, god of the west winds and son of Eos and Aestraues. It is also said that Girne was home to Aphrodite, goddess of love and beauty who was born from the foam of the waves here.

If you would like to have an enjoyable and relaxing holiday, Northern Cyprus where the gods and goddesses once lived is the perfect choice.

 
North Cyprus Guide
The TRNC comprises an area of 3,355 km square miles .It is 70 kilometres south of turkey and 385 kilometres North of Egypt.Poulation of 208,886

Major towns

The Capital of Northern Cyprus is Lefkosa (Nicosia) which is the main business centre. With its border to the South –controlled Greek side. Other towns include Famagusta which is the principal port.Girne (Kyrenia) which is the country touristic industry. With its historic yacht harbour and archaeological interests.

Climate


In Cyprus, where the typical Mediterranean climates are dominant, summers are hot and dry and the winters generally rainy and warm. Approximately 330 days of sunshine annually and the lowest sea tempeture is rarely below 65 degress.In the summer the average temperature is over 30 oc ( 90F) and in the coldest months its around 10 oc (50F)

Time

The local time is two hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and the clocks change on the same day as the U.K

Language

Although Turkish is the official language, English is widely used and understood. There are several first class teachers available. For further information email on info@topmedestate.com

Banking in the TRNC

All types of banking services are provided by many of the banks, such as Turk Bankasi which have branches in London UK.Their are a number of HSBC in and around kyrenia and Nicosia, you can also use your cash/credit cards in ATM machines to withdraw cash in the local currency.
Credit Cards, Access, MasterCard, euro cards, Visa, Diner’s Club are acceptable in larger hotels, restaurants and shops; sometimes a surcharge is added if credit cards are used.
Turkish and Turkish Cypriot banks operate and they are open from Monday to Friday (except Public Holidays) between 08.00-12.00/14.00-16.00 hours.

Currency


The Turkish Lira has been circulation since 1974
The official rates for TL are adjusted daily according to changes in International Monetary Markets.

Postal Service

There is one main Post office In Kyrenia, Postage Stamps are available for a normal letter size at a cost of 50 pence.
Telegrams can only be sent form the main post office and it is very important to put the senders name and address on the back of the envelopes. Do not use and glue or cello tape to seal letters being sent.

Medical and Emergency

Hospitals are situated in Lefkosa, Famagusta and kyrenia.There are many doctors’ surgeries in these areas as well.
Dental treatment is of good standard, most dentists abide the govermements scale of fees.

Emergency Phone Numbers

Medical Assistance 112
Fire service 199
Police 155
Water 152118
Electricity 188
Telephone 161

Transportation

A valid British Driving Licence is recognised in the TRNC, for a limited period as is an International Driving Licence .Anyone owing a car in the TRNC is required to own a TRNC driving licence with a year, if this is not obtained and an accident does occur the car insurance will become void.
Passport/Visa
You can be admitted to Northern Cyprus with any Passport, three month visas are given. In order to extend an application is submitted at the immigration office.

Shops

Shops are open with some variations but generally the open times are:
Summer 0800-1300 1600-1900
Winter 0900-1300 1400-1800

Museums

During the summer visiting hours to the museums change, for more information you can ring the Office of museums and O ld Works of Arts (0090 392 227 2916)

Telephones

In order to call TRNC form abroad the area code 0090 followed by 392 for local numbers should be dialled. You can obtain telephone calling cards or Turkish mobile phone sim cards from local shops, supermarkets and post offices.

Traffic

In the TRNC traffic flows from the left. Seat belts are obligatory and international road and traffic signs are used.

 
 
 
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