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Historic Nicosia Walking Route

Walk from the old city gate to a historic inn and mosque.

Historic Nicosia Walking Route
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Stops in order

Stops are suggested in sequence; this is not a calculated road route, travel-time or traffic forecast.

  1. 1

    Kyrenia Gate

    Historic northern gateway through Nicosia's Venetian walls.

    Suggested on-site visit: 25 min · Traffic nearby; take care at crossings.
  2. 2

    Büyük Han

    Stone-arched Ottoman caravanserai courtyard in old Nicosia.

    Suggested on-site visit: 45 min · Courtyard and individual shops may keep different hours.
  3. 3

    Selimiye Mosque

    Gothic-origin landmark and active place of worship in Nicosia.

    Suggested on-site visit: 40 min · Interior visits can be restricted during worship or restoration.
Route advisory: Be mindful of road crossings and worship-site visiting rules.