Discover Nicosia, the capital of the island of goddess Aphrodite| mazi travel

Discover Nicosia, the capital of the island of goddess Aphrodite

Nicosia, cradled by the Pedieos River, lures global travelers with its captivating history. As Europe's sole divided capital, it weaves a unique spell.

Wander the old town, encircled by medieval walls, where Venetian and Ottoman echoes meld seamlessly. Amble down bustling Ledra Street, find tranquility in Faneromeni Square, and savor coffee at charming "brandchadika" bistros.

Unearth Nicosia's soul through its cultural gems: Cyprus Museum's heritage, Kykkos Monastery's serenity, and the Great Hani's echoes. Traverse Famagusta Gate for more hidden tales.

Let Nicosia's essence seep into your being as you explore its streets. An enchanting capital that reveres its past while embracing the present, Nicosia beckons—a timeless melody of history and harmony.

Food and local cuisine

In all the cities of the island you will find pleasant gastronomic surprises. In Nicosia you will find a wide variety of traditional products such as Cypriot halloumi cheese, crushed green olives, seftalies and lountza that will satisfy all tastes. Of course you cannot travel to Cyprus and not taste a local soutzouko, the Cypriot sweet made from must. For drink lovers, Cyprus has a long tradition in the production of wine and its own zivania drink (tsipouro).

Best time to visit Nicosia

Thanks to the warm climate of Nicosia, you can visit it all year round. The most ideal seasons are spring, summer and autumn.

How to use transportation in Nicosia

Transfer from/to Nicosia

The nearest airport to Nicosia, at a distance of 49 kms, is Larnaca airport. You can find cheap flight tickets for the whole year from Thessaloniki, Athens and other European cities. Your transfer from the airport to Nicosia can be done either by bus (4 euros) or by taxi (about 50 euros).