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Bellapais Abbey
Bellapais Abbey
Bellapais Abbey is a beautiful quiet place in the heart of the Kyrenian mountain range. This beautiful village, dominated by the abbey, has wonderful views over Kyrenia harbour and the surounding area. Excellent restaurants in an excellent setting make Bellapais a must.

Kyrenia Harbour
The beautiful old harbour of Kyrenia with its ancient castle, excellent harbourside restaurants and bars. Catch a boat trip here or arrange scuba diving, tandem paragliding or other activity.
During the day, the harbour bustles with activity, but by night it transforms into a fairyland of lamps provided by the many restaurants and bars. You must spend at least one evening here sampling the local food in this most romantic of settings.

The Karpas
The Karpas (or Panhandle)
Stunningly beautiful with mile upon mile of unspoilt and almost empty beaches, the Karpas penninsular is the last wild place left around the Mediterranean. Native donkeys roam the hills, and sandy beaches are home to nesting green turtles in summer, not to mention the crystal clear warm seas. I defy you to resist a swim!

St Hilarion Castle
St Hilarion Castle
The ruined castle is named after St Hilarion, a hermit monk who fled from persecution in the Holy Land. Originally the castle was built as a watch tower to give warning of approaching pirates around the 7th-10th centuries. In 10th century, the Byzantines built the church and monestary here. Amazingly, much of the castle remains, but you have to climb to see it! After a strenuous climb, the views fron the top of St Hilarion are spectacular. Start early, take a bottle of water and a hat.
As seen on the BBC holiday program.

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	Bellapais Abbey Bellapais Abbey is a beautiful quiet place in the heart of the Kyrenian mountain range. This beautiful village, dominated by the abbey, has wonderful views over Kyrenia harbour and the surounding area. Excellent restaurants in an excellent setting make Bellapais a must.
	Kyrenia Harbour The beautiful old harbour of Kyrenia with its ancient castle, excellent harbourside restaurants and bars. Catch a boat trip here or arrange scuba diving, tandem paragliding or other activity. During the day, the harbour bustles with activity, but by night it transforms into a fairyland of lamps provided by the many restaurants and bars. You must spend at least one evening here sampling the local food in this most romantic of settings.
	The Karpas (or Panhandle) Stunningly beautiful with mile upon mile of unspoilt and almost empty beaches, the Karpas penninsular is the last wild place left around the Mediterranean. Native donkeys roam the hills, and sandy beaches are home to nesting green turtles in summer, not to mention the crystal clear warm seas. I defy you to resist a swim!
	St Hilarion Castle The ruined castle is named after St Hilarion, a hermit monk who fled from persecution in the Holy Land. Originally the castle was built as a watch tower to give warning of approaching pirates around the 7th-10th centuries. In 10th century, the Byzantines built the church and monestary here. Amazingly, much of the castle remains, but you have to climb to see it! After a strenuous climb, the views fron the top of St Hilarion are spectacular. Start early, take a bottle of water and a hat. As seen on the BBC holiday program.