The Capital of Cyprus
Nicosia District is one of the 6 districts of Cyprus. After the Turkish invasion of 1974, a large part of Nicosia District is not controlled by the Republic of Cyprus. These territories belong by law to the Republic of Cyprus, while de facto they belong to the non-recognized state of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.
The Nicosia district is located in the central part of Cyprus. It is the only one of the 6 provinces bordering all the others. To the west, it borders with the district of Paphos, to the south with the district of Limassol and the district of Larnaka, to the east with the district of Famagusta and to the north with the district of Kyrenia.
Without a doubt, a visit to the aristocratic capital is a must for every visitor. It is located almost in the centre of the island, with easy access from the other cities and your visit to Nicosia will be unforgettable.
Places to Visit
It is worth visiting the Archaeological Museum, the square of the Archbishopric with the Cathedral of St. John of 1662, the Pancyprian Gymnasium, the Byzantine Museum, the Museum of Folk Art and the Museum of Struggle. Walking around the picturesque old town you will visit the Popular Neighbourhood, the Venetian Walls, the Famagusta Gate which functions as a cultural centre, the house of the dragoman Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios, several other sights and old churches of the capital of Cyprus.
Shopping in Ledra Street
Ledra Street is known for shopping. The shops on this busy street are small, unlike their counterparts in other areas of the city and offer a special very personal and friendly service to customers. There you will find various cafes and restaurants even the traditional Cypriot café and enjoy a Cypriot coffee or have lunch in one of the trendy restaurants on the street or enjoy an ice cream during the hot summer months.
Makarios Avenue
Makarios Avenue is also ideal for shopping, coffee, food and entertainment. It is definitely a small paradise for you who love well-known brands and especially high quality. Even if you do not intend to buy something, it is worth walking and admiring the beautifully decorated shops.
Nicosia offers excellent shopping opportunities and Stasikratous Street is ideal for the ultimate shopping experience. This small street, about 500 meters long, which is located in the most modern and busy area of the city, is parallel to Makarios Avenue.
Enjoy a Greek Coffee
Everyone is unable not to stop by even for a coffee, a snack or a walk in the shops, even if they do not buy anything. The shops are beautifully decorated which attracts a lot of people, since they have most famous brands internationally. One visit is enough to discover the latest proposals from the catwalks of London, Paris, Milan and New York. Those who follow fashion trust more than 100 design houses worldwide and these shops offer the latest fashion since they are constantly updated with current European trends.
The quality of the products and the attractive windows combined with the professionalism and courtesy of the staff, are just some of the characteristics you will encounter when shopping on Stasikratous Street.
