Embark on an exclusive journey through the historic wonders of Famagusta in Northern Cyprus.
This private tour is perfect for those who want a personalized experience, exploring at their own pace with just their chosen companions. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through some of the most fascinating sites in the region, providing rich insights and unforgettable memories.
Private Tour price for 2 persons 399 Euro – each additional person (max 2), + 89 Euro
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Nowhere else on the island do so many eras lie so close together as in Famagusta.
This private tour takes you across the border into Northern Cyprus, where you’ll walk through a maze of medieval streets, step inside Gothic cathedrals turned mosques, and see history that’s still alive – and history that was suddenly frozen in Famagusta.
Whether you choose after Famagusta to visit the Roman ruins of Salamis or the haunting silence of Varosha, the infamous ghost town abandoned since 1974 – this tour will leave you thinking long after it ends.
Expect grand city walls, golden sandstone, and stories etched into every block.
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The city Famagusta was founded around 274 BC by Ptolemy II after Salamis had been severely damaged by an earthquake. Arsinoe was described in the first century BC by Strabon in his Geographica as a „fishing town“. It remained a small fishing village for a long time. Later, when Salamis was gradually cleared during the Arab invasion under Muawiyah I, it developed into a small port.
The turning point for Famagusta from a small village to a town came in 1192 with the onset of Lusignan rule. It was during this period that Famagusta developed into a fully fledged town. It became increasingly important in the Eastern Mediterranean because of its natural harbour and the walls that protected its inner city. Its population began to grow.
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