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Things to see in Gazimağusa (Cyprus): 18 places and when to go
Gazimağusa is a town in Cyprus, and this site lists 18 places in and around it, mainly History (6), Temples (5), With kids (4). The best known are Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Salamis, Cyprus and Enkomi. The best time to come is March to June and September to November; also possible: December to February and July to August. In June there are 14 h 21 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 39. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Cyprus · 35.1258, 33.9428
- Places
- 18 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (6) · Temples (5) · With kids (4) · Diving (4) · Museums and art (2) · Wildlife (2)
- Best time
- March to June and September to November.
- Also possible
- December to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- LCA Larnaca, 40 km as the crow flies
What to see in Gazimağusa
The places in and around Gazimağusa, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Lala Mustafa Pasha MosqueMosque in Northern Cyprus, former catholic cathedral101 m
- Salamis, CyprusHistorical state on Cyprus and archaeological site7.6 km
- EnkomiHistory7.9 km
- Othello CastleCastle in Famagusta, Cyprus215 m
- Agia Napa MonasteryMonastery16 km
- St George of the LatinsChurch building in Famagusta, Cyprus103 m
- St George of the Greeks, FamagustaChurch building in Famagusta, Cyprus219 m
- WaterWorld Themed WaterparkPark in Cyprus16 km
- Church of Profitis IliasTemples15 km
- Anastasia Aquamania Protaras WaterparkWith kids14 km
- Carolina AlotusGallery14 km
- ComarDive site13 km
- LibertyDive site12 km
- Nemesis IIIDive site12 km
- Protaras Ocean AquariumWith kids · Wildlife11 km
- Protaras Ocean ZoomWith kids · Wildlife11 km
- Traditional HouseMuseum11 km
- Trans DiversDive site15 km
When to go to Gazimağusa
The best time to visit Gazimağusa is March to June and September to November; also possible: December to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:53
- FebPossible10:44
- MarBest time11:44
- AprBest time12:54
- MayBest time13:51
- JunBest time14:21
- JulPossible14:09
- AugPossible13:19
- SepBest time12:12
- OctBest time11:05
- NovBest time10:07
- DecPossible9:39
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 21 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 39. In June, 18 of the 18 places are at their best.
When to go to Cyprus in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Gazimağusa
The nearest main airport is Larnaca International Airport (LCA, Larnaca), 40 km as the crow flies. How to get around Cyprus (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Karpaz Anayolu5 places23 km
- Larnaca39 places36 km
- Nicosia93 places53 km
- Lagoudera18 places87 km
- Limassol47 places97 km
- Pachna21 places112 km
And all of Cyprus, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Gazimağusa?
The best known: Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Salamis, Cyprus, Enkomi, Othello Castle, Agia Napa Monastery. In all, 18 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Gazimağusa?
March to June and September to November; also possible: December to February and July to August. In June there are 14 h 21 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 39.
How do you get to Gazimağusa?
The nearest main airport is Larnaca International Airport (LCA), 40 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Gazimağusa as the destination and these 18 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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