What Does Bafra Have to Offer?

Property developers Whiterocks have recently pioneered the first luxurious five-star apartments in northern Cyprus. Cyprus property market and this is only set to increase as reunification is on the horizon between the Turkish governed north, and the Greek Cypriot south. It is swiftly becoming a popular hot spot and area to invest in. Of course a strong property market is not the only factor considered by would-be-apartment-buyers. Whether the owner is planning to rent out their apartment privately or through RCI or use it as a personal holiday home, they not only need to love the apartment itself but also the local area.

Here is a bit of information about just a few of the things that Bafra has to offer…

Bafra is noted for its thermal springs, tobacco and caviar! There are many restaurants and bars in Bafra and for the gambler in you there is always the Kaya Artemis Resort and Casino. However if you wish to explore the cultural side of things a little more there is plenty to keep you busy in the surrounding area.

Kantara Castle about an hour drive from Bafra is impressively well preserved. Historians claim the castle was one of the many that was seized by Richard the Lion heart in 1191! There are great views of the Mediterranean Sea from the lookout tower, and a glimpse of Turkey on a clear day.

The Karpas Peninsula has some of the best and beaches on the island and is edged by large sweeping sand dunes. The pristine Nangomi Beach is definitely worth the walk from Bafra, a crescent of golden sand and dunes that provides a home to plenty of wildlife.

The remains of a Byzantine watchtower are just east of Bafra and great for any intrepid explorer. Built prior to the Crusades, it was enlarged by the Knights Templar during the 12th century.

The city of Iskele hosts a Byzantine church and museum. Herds of wild donkeys can often be seen running through the city. Iskele also hosts the annual grape festival, for those around in the summer months this is definitely a fun visit!

The Apostolos Andreas Monastery stands at the tip of the Karpas Peninsula and a natural spring refreshes three baptismal basins that were carved into the rocks. Many still pilgrimage there to this day.

Not far from Bafra is the small village of Bogaz. This coastal town is smaller and calmer than Bafra. It is host to at least six fish restaurants that are arranged around the little town’s harbor. There are plenty of sandy beaches stretching from it so is great for a relaxing day out and a tasty seafood meal!

The city of Famagusta is rich in history, having been up and down through the centuries it is beginning to rise again as a tourist spot. There are many cultural places to visit as well as theatres, restaurants and shopping centers.