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Northern Cyprus
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| Capital city | Northern Nicosia |
| State | Parliamentary democracy |
| Coin | Turkish Lira (TL) |
| Area | 3,355 km2 |
| Population | 265,100 (2006 census) |
| Language | Turkish |
| Religion | Islam |
| Electricity | 240V / 50Hz (UK plug) |
| Calling Code | 90 392 |
| Internet TLD | .nc.tr |
| Time zone | UTC 2 |
THE Northern Cyprus (Turkish: Kuzey Kıbrıs Türk Cumhuriyeti (KKTC), pronounced Kuzey Kμπbrıs Türk Cumhuriyeti) is named after Turkey its northern part Republic of Cyprus, which has been under Turkish occupation since 1974 in violation of International Law. The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus is recognized only by Turkey, on which it depends politically, militarily and economically.
At a glance
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How to get there
By air
By airErkan Airport serves Northern Cyprus, however international flights do not have access to it, with the exception of those coming from Turkey, and in some cases by Great Britain. Access to it by taxi is only possible from Northern Nicosia, the Kyrenia and Famagusta.
By road
By road
Bus
BusNorthern Cyprus is served by a local network of minibuses that interconnect without interruption Northern Nicosia, Kyrenia and Famagusta for a very cheap amount. Every day, a bus departs from Famagusta at noon to Dipkarpaz.
By boat
By boatNorthern Cyprus is served through Turkey. Daily dolphin routes connect Kyrenia / Girne with Tasuku, near Silifke (lasting from 2 to 4 hours, while the cost is around 60 euros). A daily night ferry service connects Famagusta with Mersin (lasting about 8 hours, while the cost is again around 60 euros).
How to move
Northern Cyprus is served by a local network of minibuses that interconnect without interruption Northern Nicosia, Kyrenia and Famagusta for a very cheap amount. Every day, a bus departs from Famagusta at noon to Dipkarpaz.
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Stay safe
The island does not face particular crime problems. However, it is good to remember that this is a divided country with a sensitive border line, which, in fact, divides the capital Nicosia into two parts. For this reason, you should not be surprised if you often see UN military patrols.
