This is the Famagusta (Mağusa) & the Karpas (Kırpaşa) Peninsula chapter from Lonely Planet’s Cyprus guidebook.

Arguably the island’s most captivating region, with a wealth of historical buildings, ancient ruins and archaeological gifts of incredible beauty, Famagusta and the peninsula offer vast potential and myriad discoveries for the independent traveller.

•    explore one of the most important cities of Cypriot antiquity at Ancient Salamis
•    maps
•    climb the ramparts of Kantara Castle and savouring its spectacular views of the coast and peninsula
•    transport
•    enjoy the silence and solitude offered by the wild landscapes of the Karpas Peninsula
•    restaurants & accommodation

Coverage includes: Famagusta (Mağusa) & around, Ancient Salamis, Ancient Enkomi (Alasia), Iskele (Trikomo), Boğaz (Bogazi), Karpas (Kırpaşa) Peninsula, Kantara Castle, Yenierenköy (Yiallousa), Sipahi (Agia Triada), Dipkarpaz (Rizokarpaso) and Agios Filon & Afendrika.