Explore Akanthou in Cyprus
Akanthou in the region of Famagusta is a town in Cyprus - some 26 mi or ( 42 km ) North-East of Nicosia , the country's capital city .
Current time in Akanthou is now 04:39 PM (Saturday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Nicosia " with a UTC offset of 2 hours. Depending on the availability of means of transportation, these more prominent locations might be interesting for you: Otoun Yiolou, Trikomo, Syngrasis, Psyllatos, and Phlamoudhi. Since you are here already, make sure to check out Otoun Yiolou . We saw some video on the web . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Where to go and what to see in Akanthou ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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SeaTerra Reserve
SeaTerra Reserve, winner of Best Development North Cyprus, is set in an area spanning 50000 m2 amongst an oasis of greenery in an elevated position with incredible sea, mountain and forest views. ..
Sweetwater Bay 230609
Sweetwater Bay Northern Cyprus Luxury Villas & Apartmets - site view June 2009 ..
Sweetwater Bay Pool area, June 2009
Sweetwater Bay main pool area - footage taken at the begining of June 2009 ..
Sweetwaterbay site center
Sweetwaterbay, Northern Cyprus property site video ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Famagusta District
Famagusta District is one of the six districts of Cyprus. Its main town is the island's most important port, Famagusta. The city of Famagusta is currently controlled by the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and functions as the administrative center of the Gazimağusa District of Northern Cyprus. A district administration in "exile" exists on the Republic of Cyprus controlled part of the island. This part of the district has a population of 37,738 inhabitants (2001).
Located at 35.33 33.87 (Lat./Long.); Less than 11 km away
Antiphonitis
Antiphonitis is a 12th century domed church in Cyprus. It is reached from the network of tracks in the area of the Herbarium and Agios Amvrosios, situated with a view of the sea. The dome is supported by eight pillars, four built into the walls and four free-standing. It is understood that this is the last church of this style remaining in Cyprus.
Located at 35.33 33.62 (Lat./Long.); Less than 13 km away
Kantara Castle
Kantara Castle is the easternmost of the three castles situated on the Kyrenia mountain range in Cyprus. Lying at 630 metres above sea level, Kantara is well positioned to control the entrances to Karpass Peninsula and Mesaoria plain. The name 'Kantara' is believed to derive from the Arabic word qantara, which means a small bridge. It is believed that the Byzantines built the castle in the 10th century as a lookout post against raiding Arabs.
Located at 35.41 33.92 (Lat./Long.); Less than 16 km away
Maratha, Santalaris and Aloda massacre
Maratha, Santalaris and Aloda massacre (Turkish: Muratağa, Sandallar ve Atlılar katliamı), refers to the massacre of Turkish Cypriots by EOKA B on 14 August 1974 in the villages of Maratha, Santalaris and Aloda. 89 (or 84) people from Maratha and Santalaris were killed, and a further 37 people were killed in the village of Aloda. In total, 126 people were killed during the massacre.
Located at 35.21 33.80 (Lat./Long.); Less than 19 km away
Mesaoria
The Mesaoria is a broad, sweeping plain which makes up the centre of the island of Cyprus.
Located at 35.17 33.67 (Lat./Long.); Less than 24 km away
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