Kyrenia Gate, Nicosia

Name: Kyrenia Gate
Address: Girne Cad., Nicosia, Cyprus

#48 among attractions in Nicosia

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The Kyrenia Gate, is a gate in the Nicosia walls, in North Nicosia, Northern Cyprus. It was the gate which was used for transport to the northern areas, especially Kyrenia. ()

Local name: Πύλη της Κερύνειας Coordinates: 35°10'54"N, 33°21'42"E

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Girne Cad.Nicosia Cyprus

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Kyrenia Gate – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Sophia Cathedral, Büyük Han, Faneromeni Square, Mevlevi Tekke Museum.

0.4 miSE
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~1990 ftS
Shopping area in a historic building
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Square
Faneromeni Square, Nicosia
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~330 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum
Mevlevi Tekke Museum, Nicosia
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16th-century mosque with historic graves
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Mosque
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Church
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Hammams and turkish baths, Spa, Baths
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kyrenia Gate?

Nearby attractions include Mevlevi Tekke Museum, Nicosia (2 min walk), Ak Kavuk, Nicosia (4 min walk), Akkavuk Mosque, Nicosia (6 min walk), Venetian Column, Nicosia (6 min walk).

How to get to Kyrenia Gate by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kyrenia Gate:

Bus

İtimat (8 min walk)
Artemidos • Lines: L1 (14 min walk)