Explore Famagusta’s history on Cyprus’s East Coast, stroll through the Old Town, visit St. Nicholas Cathedral and Othello Castle and discover ancient Salamis and the Ghost Town – Varosha.
Visit the East Coast of Cyprus, port Famagusta, the ancient city with a rich historical heritage. You will stroll through the centre of Old Town.
The city of Famagusta, rich in history, hides a lot of interesting things and requires a detailed study. Explore the Othello Castle, located in the heart of the old town. The castle was built in the 14th century by the Lusignan dynasty and named after Shakespeare’s famous play. Admire the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, a Notre Dame de Paris-inspired medieval church that was converted into a mosque during the Ottoman era. The church is an impressive example of Gothic architecture. Walk on top of the historic defensive wall that surrounds the old city and enjoy panoramic views of the city and surroundings.
And of course, dive into the centuries, overlooking the ancient city of Salamis. According to legend, the founder of Salamis was Tevser, who is mentioned by Homer in his Iliad. In ancient times, Salamis was the largest city in Cyprus. Also enjoy the panoramic view of the infamous “ghost town” – the “Varosha” area, the exclusion zone as a result of the tragic events in the history of Cyprus.
Famagusta free time for lunch and sightseeing
You can read more about the process of collecting tourists for a tour in our post: How we collect tourists for a tour
The tour is guided in English only.
No, not required. Only the shoulders and knees should be covered.
Don’t hesitate to give us a call! We’re here for you during office hours from 9 AM to 6 PM.
Paphos +357 9924 7900
[email protected]
Don’t hesitate to give us a call! We’re here for you during office hours from 9 AM to 6 PM.
Paphos +357 9924 7900
[email protected]
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