Famagusta (Ammochostos) Region

Our recommendations for the best sites in and around Ayia Napa

Ayia Napa Monastery- The medieval monastery dedicated to “Our Lady of the Forests” stands at the very heart of modern Ayia Napa. Its 16th century church is partially underground and carved into a rock; an ancient sycamore tree believed to be more than 600 years old grows in front of the gate.

Thalassa Museum- The theme of the museum is the sea and the islands marine heritage from prehistoric times to the present day. The most striking exhibit is a life sized functioning replica of a 4th century BC Greek trading vessel, the original of which was found off the coast of Kyrenia.

Cape Greko National Park- Cape Greko is an area of unique natural beauty with particularly interesting cliff formations as well as many species of orchids, crocuses and irises.

Red Villages- This region is the main potato producing area of the island and is a known as “Kokkinochoria”, red soil villages for the fertile red earth in which the crops are grown. The area also boasts a number of medieval churches and folk museums displaying rural artifacts

Visit the occupied part of the Famagusta region with our exciting excursions:

• Famagusta Select
• Famagusta Uncovered
• Spirit of Famagusta