Delve into Gastria in Cyprus
Gastria in the region of Famagusta is located in Cyprus - some 38 mi or ( 60 km ) East of Nicosia , the country's capital .
Local time in Gastria is now 06:58 PM (Thursday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Nicosia " with a UTC offset of 2 hours. Depending on your mobility, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Trikomo, Syngrasis, Phlamoudhi, Perivolia tou Trikomou, and Nicosia. While being here, you might want to check out Trikomo . We discovered some clip posted online . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Gastria ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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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 11 km away
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 12 km away
Famagusta Bay
Famagusta Bay is the easternmost body of water that is formed by the Karpasia peninsula and Protaras. It is named after the city of Famagusta, which lies almost right in the middle of the bay. The ancient city-state of Salamis also is found on the bay, north of Famagusta. It is known for the best sandy beaches in Cyprus, which stretch for miles.
Located at 35.17 34.00 (Lat./Long.); Less than 19 km away
Salamis, Cyprus
Salamis is an ancient Greek city-state on the east coast of Cyprus, at the mouth of the river Pedieos, 6 km north of modern Famagusta. According to tradition the founder of Salamis was Teucer, son of Telamon, who could not return home after the Trojan war because he had failed to avenge his brother Ajax.
Located at 35.18 33.90 (Lat./Long.); Less than 19 km away
Pedieos
The Pedieos (ancient Pediaios or Pediaeus or Pidkias) is the longest river in Cyprus. The river originates in the Troodos Mountains close to Machairas Monastery and flows northeast across the Mesaoria plains, through the capital city Nicosia. It then steers east, meeting the sea at Famagusta Bay close to the ancient Greek city of Salamis. The river has a total length of approximately 100 km. An 18 km stretch of the river banks, in and around Nicosia, has been turned into pedestrian walkways.
Located at 35.17 33.92 (Lat./Long.); Less than 20 km away
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