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Bellapais Monastery

Bellapais village, Kyrenia, Cyprus
Ranked #2 of 9 attractions in Kyrenia
4.5 of 5 stars 84 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
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Istanbul, Turkey
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Don't even think twice to drive to Bellapais since it may seem far from Girne center, especially by the time it's sunsetting. More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

The architecture was most interesting. The local restaurants seemed relatively expensive though again the views compensate. More

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UK
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36 reviews 36 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Set in the old village of Bellapais in the hills above Kyrenia - we parked in a public car park for a few lira nearby and walked to the site. A well kept attraction with lots to see, some parts still intact, some in ruins. Nice views over the town and out to sea. A few shops and restaurants nearby... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Try to arrange your visit to catch a spring festival concert. More

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Ayia Napa, Cyprus
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Again great history, interesting, absolutely stunning views out to sea, nice few tourist shops More

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Doncaster, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Good, take a camera and be prepared for some excellent ruins. More

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London, United Kingdom
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34 reviews 34 reviews
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63 helpful votes 63 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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It's worth a trip around the Abbey,even for those not interested in history or architechture. There are wonderfull views and several very good restaurants very near by. Entrance is 9TL. Bellapais is a quaint little village and, in my opinion, knocks spots off of Kyrenia harbour as a place to spend a day wandering around & taking a leisurely lunch... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

The most tranquil, peaceful place. Absolutely worth a visit. Much of it is in ruins but it's still beautiful. More

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Warrenton, Va
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012
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The Abbey is beautiful to walk through, and as in all of Kyrenia, the views are spectacular! Had an outstanding dinner at the restaurant, highly recommend the restaurant next to the abbey. More

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Skegness, Lincs
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

A beautiful, tranquil place. Parts of The Abbey are in excellent condition. Sit across the road in the "Tree of Idleness" cafe under The Tree of Idleness and admire the view. There is no hurry here. More

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