It's been 4 months since my last post. I am now on vacation. After weeks of saying and thinking "I want to get back to blogging," I am inspired. I hope it is worth the wait, informative and at the very least, pretty.
My trip to Cyprus was inspired by the desire to go somewhere else but close. Getting a tourist visa to Benin was too complex. I had an open invitation to Cyprus from a dear sister. So Cyprus it was. The reaction I got from folks as I mentioned Cyprus was the same: "Wow! Cyprus?"
"Yes, have you been there?" I'd reply. Unfailingly they'd say "No, but I've heard about it."
Does it live up to the reputation it has in people's minds? They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Below are pictures from the beginning of our journey to Famagusta and Salamis, both with antiquities dating back to 11th century BC:
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| On the wall surrounding the City of Famagusta. Church in background. |
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| Abundant pomegranates at a fresh juice stand. The juice: divine. |
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| Beauty in brokenness. |
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| Turkish delights. |
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| Salamis Ruins: Columns surrounding the Gymnasium |
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| Salamis: One of several statues around the Pool |
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| Salamis: Statue overlooking the Theatre |
Great post!
ReplyDeleteTanks for sharing with us your wonderful travel story! The area is considerably quieter than the Republic of Cyprus. Thus, I completely agree with you that Northern Cyprus is a great destination if you want to relax from a crowded city. The coastline of Northern Cyprus offers excellent swimming conditions, while the climate is perfect for sun-seekers like me ;)
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