FAMAGUSTA & GHOST TOWN TOUR

Today we are travelling to the east of the island. Our first stop will be at St. Barnabas Monastery. Barnabas was one of the Saints who started spreading Christianity with St. Paul in Cyprus. His Tomb will also be visited, which is under a carob tree in a cave at the same place. Salamis Ruins are also part of the program with their Roman baths, Gymnasium, and Theatres. The ruins date back to 11 BC, and later in 7 AD, it was demolished by earthquakes and Arrab raids. We shall have a swim break if it is not winter on the beautiful, golden sandy Mediterranean beach; otherwise more time will be spent in the walled city of the Medieval town of Famagusta. Who built St. Nicholas Cathedral? What did the Ottomans do when they took over Famagusta from the Venetians? You will learn all about the history while you get to take photos of this beautiful Medieval city. The last stop will be at Varosha. This place, which was known as the French Riviera of Cyprus, was abandoned. After being closed for 46 years, it has been opened recently. You will get to see and take photos while you listen to the history of the place. So do not miss the best opportunity to admire FAMAGUSTA with a qualified local tourist guide.