Famagusta (Gazimağusa): Medieval walls and beaches in the east
A historic port city by the sea — with Venetian city walls, oriental old town flair, the ancient Salamis ruins and beaches in the surrounding area.
Famagusta in Northern Cyprus — history and sea all in one.
Few places combine the past and beach holidays as closely as Famagusta (Gazimağusa). Behind mighty city walls lies an old town with buildings from several eras, sandy beaches invite you to swim all around, and to the north of the city the ancient Salamis ruins are a reminder of the island's long history.
The old town behind the Famagusta city walls.
The well-preserved Venetian fortifications enclose an old town steeped in history. At its heart stands the Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque, the former Gothic St. Nicholas Cathedral; nearby is the Othello Tower overlooking the old harbor.
- Venetian city walls. Accessible fortifications surrounding the old town.
- Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque. The striking former cathedral in the center.
- Othello Tower. Historic harbor fortress with a view.
Salamis ruins outside the city gates.
North of Famagusta lies Salamis, one of Cyprus's most important ancient sites. Theaters, thermal baths, and colonnades hint at the former grandeur of this port city—a worthwhile destination for anyone wanting to combine history with a day at the beach.
- Salamis ruins. Ancient theater, thermal baths and columns right on the coast.
- Easily combined. Culture in the morning, beach in the afternoon.
Swimming around Famagusta.
There are several sandy beaches in the area — such as Palm Beach near the old town or the expansive Glapsides beach. This makes it easy to combine sightseeing with relaxing time by the sea.
Highlights in Famagusta.
Holiday apartment in Famagusta.
Bookable units from the region — directly from our booking platform.
Orte in Famagusta (Gazimağusa)
- Antike Stadt Salamis
- Barnabas-Kloster
- Beach Club
- Betül Guest House
- Cafe Ruso
- Canbulat-Museum
- Cellarka
- Glapsides Beach
- Granite Forum
- Hamam Inn Bar
- Karakaya
- Königsgräber von Salamis
- Lala-Mustafa-Pascha-Moschee
- Mega Cash and Carry
- Necmettin Erbakan Yurt Müdürlüğü
- New Form Fitness Studio
- Othello-Zitadelle
- Palm beach
- Power Active Spor Salonu
- Roman Bath
- Ruinen von Salamis
- Silver Beach
- Çanakkale Şehitlik Anıtı
Impressions from Famagusta
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Places in Famagusta on the map.
Restaurants, beaches, sights & tips in Famagusta — filtered directly for the region.
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