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North Cyprus
 
 
 

Introduction: 

 

Known as the ‘unspoiled jewel of the Mediterranean’, North Cyprus has retained all of its natural charm and beauty and offers a unique insight into a quality of life that most of us have only ever dreamed of. North Cyprus enjoys a typical Eastern Mediterranean climate with long hot summers and short mild winters. The northern coastline, which borders the Girne (Kyrenia) mountain range, is accepted as one of the most beautiful areas in the world in which to live. The natural beauty of the island, the lovely climate, the warmth and generosity of the Turkish Cypriot peoples and the abundant selection of fresh foods make North Cyprus an unspoilt and non-commercialized heaven. There is virtually no crime to speak of, and this country is reminiscent of the UK standards long lost, where hospitality, politeness and the general enjoyment of life are the daily norm.

 

      
     

Geography:

 

The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus comprises an area of 3,355 square miles and encompasses the northern part of the island, which is the third largest in the Mediterranean. It is situated at the cross-roads of east-west and north-south navigational routes, is only 70 kilometers south of Turkey and 385 kilometers north of Egypt. Owing to the location of Northern Cyprus and its proximity to the rich Middle Eastern countries, it provides an ideal place for foreign investment.

 

Climate:

 

The climate of the island is of an extreme Mediterranean type with long, hot summers and relatively cool, short winters. Boasting over 300 days of sunshine a year, the sea temperature is rarely below 16°C and rises to 28-30°C during summer months, making North Cyprus one of the healthiest places in the world in which to live.

 

  
 

Transport:
 

The newly refurbished Ercan (pronounced Ercan and approximately 25 minutes from Kyrenia) airport handles the bulk of the tourist traffic, whilst Gecitkale serves as a back-up airport. Daily flights from many mainland Turkish cities, as well as flights from the Europe, supply the majority of the visitors to the island. Airlines flying to North Cyprus are Cyprus Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Onur Air.  No visa is required to North Cyprus and if you prefer not to have your passport stamped when entering the country, you can have a blank piece of paper stamped. Direct flights from all overseas countries are the key for North Cyprus, but until the intransigence in Greek and British/US attitudes change, the road to financial stability will be slow and tortuous. In addition to air travel, there is a selection of car and passenger ferries from Turkey to the island, the fastest being two and a half hours from Girne to Tasucu.