The last divided capital in Europe, and the only major Cypriot city with no beach to distract from it. Two days is right.
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The town itself
Based in Nicosia · about 8.5 kmA walking day. Everything below sits close enough together to do on foot.
Glafcos Clerides Museum The Glafcos Clerides Museum is housed in the Holly Metropolis of Tamasou and Orinis in the Nicosia district. It is a personal connection of the president’s...First stop · Nicosia
Eleftheria Square – Nicosia In the capital of Cyprus, where ancient walls still encircle a living, breathing modern city, Eleftheria Square (Plateia Eleftherias, meaning “Freedom Square”)...2.7 km on · Nicosia
Cyprus MuseumCyprus Museum which is also known as the Cyprus Archaeological Museum is the largest and oldest archaeological museum in the island. The museum is located in...0.5 km on · Nicosia
Athalassa National Forest ParkAthalassa National Forest Park is one of the most valuable natural areas in Cyprus and one of the most important green spaces near the capital city of Nicosia. It...5.3 km on · Nicosia
Monasteries and churches
Based in Nicosia · about 92.7 kmCyprus has ten UNESCO-listed painted churches in the Troodos alone. Dress modestly; several still hold services.
Archangelos Michael Monastery - AnalyontaTo the southwest of Analyonta , on a green hill is the monastery of Archangelos Michail. The specific time of its construction is unknown. The existence of the...First stop · Nicosia
Machairas Monastery (Panagia Machaira)Nestled in the serene heart of the Troodos Mountains, the Machairas Monastery stands as a beacon of faith and history in Cyprus. This Orthodox Christian monastery...11.7 km on · Nicosia
Agiou Nikolaou Monastery, OroundaThe Agiou Nikolaou Monastery is situated in the village of Orounda in the Nicosia district. More specifically it is located at the west of the Serrachi River and...19.9 km on · Nicosia
Stavrovouni MonasteryStavrovouni Monastery is situated on the highest point of the mountain of the same name (Stavrovouni), which is in located in Larnaca. This mountain was...39.6 km on · Larnaca
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