Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea and Northern Cyprus enjoys almost half of the Cyprus coastline.
Information about the perfect climate of Northern Cyprus and what delights the weather brings for visitors!
Northern Cyprus lies about 70 miles south of Turkey and enjoys a fantastic eastern Mediterranean climate with long hot summers and short mild winters, the average sea temperature is above 20ºC for more than half of the year and Northern Cyprus benefits from an average of 320 – 340 days of sunshine a year, making it a favorite with tourists all year round.
The Northern Cyprus coast offers some of the best and safest bathing in the Mediterranean, and the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea offer delights for swimmers, snorkelers, snorkelers, boaters, water skiers and fishermen alike.
Rainfall in Northern Cyprus is low and concentrated in December and January, and the rains there are a good thing, unlike the rains in Northern Europe! The rains bring the wild flowers for which North Cyprus is also famous, they carpet the island in spring and the varieties are diverse and include over 38 species of orchids. Add to this the scents of orange, lemon, lime and grapefruit blossoms and your senses will be blown away by the aromatic and visual beauty of Northern Cyprus.
Information about Northern Cyprus, its landscapes and landmarks.
The fertile northern coastal strip is today accepted as one of the most beautiful natural areas in the world to live. It offers a lush landscape and behind it is the most spectacular backdrop of the Besparmak Mountains, also known as the Kyrenia or Girne range.
The mountains are rugged and impressive and are decorated with medieval castles, fortresses and ancient ruins. Covering these steep slopes are fragrant pine forests, olive and carob groves, and you’ll find many picturesque villages in between!
On land, behind the rocky ridge and the towering Five Finger Mountain, you’ll find the vast and fertile Mesaoria Plain. From here you can reach Ercan airport and the capital of the island, Nicosia or Lefkosa.
If you travel further along the east coast, you’ll find the ancient fortified city of Famagusta or Gazimagosa and nearby the ruins of Salamis. To the northeast, the landscape turns into small pastures enclosed by stone walls and dotted with olive trees and rocky outcrops. The beaches along the coast here are a mix of rocky pools and sheltered sandy bays.
Simply put, the contrasting scenery in Northern Cyprus will take your breath away: from the delicate jewel of Kyrenia Harbor to the stunning Besparmak Mountains, from gorgeous coastlines to pristine stretches of beach and secluded secret coves, Northern Cyprus Cyprus is an amazing place.
You will be spoiled if you visit and you will find that you need to keep coming back for more! When you visit Northern Cyprus, you will find Turkish Cypriots to be the most warm, welcoming and generous people; in fact, their kindness is legendary. And if you choose to make Northern Cyprus your home, either permanently or for a few weeks each year on vacation, you will find that you are universally welcome.
Information about Northern Cyprus, accessibility and how to get to Northern Cyprus.
Since the Republic of Cyprus joined the EU in May 2004, the green line between the north and south of the island has been open to EU passport holders, making it easier for EU citizens to visit freely the north and south of the island.
Northern Cyprus has an airport called Ercan – you can fly from here to Istanbul and connect with international flights or you can fly from here to the UK and Germany for example. You can also sail to and from Northern Cyprus from Turkey. Larnaca and Paphos airports are also accessible if you wish to travel to Northern Cyprus and there are many taxi companies that will offer you a transfer to your chosen destination in Northern Cyprus.