Sourp Magar Monastery

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Sourp Magar is an Armenian monastery located in a forested valley in the Pentadaktylos range in Cyprus. It is de facto located in Northern Cyprus. The Magaravank stands at 530 metres and is about 3 km from the Halevga Forest Station. In addition to its historical interest as a centre of Armenian culture, Sourp Magar is noted for its picturesque location and distant views of the Mediterranean and the mountains in Anatolia. The monastery had close ties with the Armenian Catholicosate of Cicilia, located in Antelias, Lebanon. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Armenian architectureCoordinates: 35°17'15"N, 33°31'20"E

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Sourp Magar Monastery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kyrenia Mountains, Agios Amvrosios, Kyrenia.

0.7 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Kyrenia Mountains
19 min walk • The Kyrenia Mountains is a long, narrow mountain range that runs for approximately 160 km along the northern coast of the island of Cyprus. It is primarily made of limestone, with some marble. Its highest peak is Mount Selvili, at 1,024 m.
5 miNE
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Agios Amvrosios, Kyrenia
127 min walk • Visitors to Agios Amvrosios can explore its traditional stone-built houses and narrow winding streets, which exude a timeless charm that harks back to a bygone era. The village is also home to a number of quaint cafes and tavernas where visitors can savor delicious...