Near East University, Nicosia
#57 among attractions in Nicosia
Facts and practical information
Near East University is a private university located in North Cyprus. It was founded in North Nicosia in 1988, by Suat Günsel, a Turkish Cypriot who is the 100% owner of NEU. The chairman of the board of trustees is his son, Irfan Günsel. ()
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Near East University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Mevlevi Tekke Museum, Arab Ahmet Mosque, Church of Cyprus, Akkavuk Mosque.
- 3.9 miSEMuseum, Specialty museum
Mevlevi Tekke Museum, Nicosia
99 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus, the Mevlevi Tekke Museum stands as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of this historic city. This unique museum, which once served as a dervish monastery, offers visitors a glimpse into the mystical world...
- 4 miSE16th-century mosque with historic graves
Arab Ahmet Mosque, Nicosia
102 min walk • The Arab Ahmet Mosque is a historical religious site nestled within the city of Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus. This mosque, with its rich heritage, stands as a testament to the diverse cultural and religious tapestry of the island.
- 4.1 miSChurch
Church of Cyprus, Nicosia
106 min walk • The Church of Cyprus, an epitome of the deep-rooted Christian heritage of the island, stands with spiritual prominence in the heart of Nicosia, Cyprus. As an autocephalous Greek Orthodox Church, it is a beacon of faith and a cornerstone of Cypriot culture and history.
- 4 miSEMosque
Akkavuk Mosque, Nicosia
103 min walk • The Akkavuk Mosque, nestled in the heart of Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus, stands as a testament to the city's rich and diverse historical tapestry. This modest yet significant religious structure offers a glimpse into the past, reflecting the city's complex history...
- 4.1 miSEHammams and turkish baths, Spa, Baths
Büyük Hamam, Nicosia
105 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus, lies the Büyük Hamam, an enduring emblem of the city's rich cultural tapestry. This historical bathhouse, a testament to the island's layered past, offers a unique glimpse into the traditional Ottoman-era...
- 4 miSEMuseum
Dervish Pasha Mansion, Nicosia
103 min walk • Steeped in history and cultural heritage, the Dervish Pasha Mansion stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of Nicosia, Cyprus. This elegant building has been transformed into a museum that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the domestic life of a wealthy...
- 1.5 miSWArea
Gönyeli, Nicosia
38 min walk • Gönyeli is a town in Cyprus, near the capital city Nicosia. It is de facto under the control of Northern Cyprus. Over the years the town has merged with North Nicosia, making it connurbated with the city. Its population as of 2011 is 11,671.
- 4 miSESquare
Sarayönü Square, Nicosia
102 min walk • Sarayönü, officially Atatürk Square, is a square in North Nicosia. It is the centre of the Turkish part of the city and was the administrative center of the island for centuries.
- 3 miSEGothic architecture, Museum, History museum
Ethnographic Museum of Cyprus, Nicosia
77 min walk • The Cyprus Folk Art Museum is a museum in Cyprus dedicated to the country's ethnographic history. The museum is located in Nicosia directly beside the Cathedral of Agios Ioannis Evangelistis, the Byzantine Museum of Cyprus, the National Struggle Museum, and the current Archbhishop's Palace.
- 4.1 miSECaravanserai
Kumarcilar Han, Nicosia
105 min walk • Kumarcilar Han is a caravansarai located in North Nicosia, Northern Cyprus. It is unknown when exactly it was built, however it is thought to be built around the end of the 17th century, is much smaller and modest when compared with Büyük Han.
- 3.4 miSCemetery
Imprisoned Graves, Nicosia
88 min walk • The "Imprisoned Graves" are a set of graves in a small cemetery located in the Central Jail of Nicosia, where 13 EOKA fighters, during the 1955-1959 liberation struggle for the liberation of Cyprus from the United Kingdom, were interred.