BEACHES
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Some of the most beautiful untouched beaches in the mediterranean lie along the many miles of sandy coastline that are home
to North Cyprus
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BEACHES IN THE KYRENIA REGION
For those who like to spend the day at the beach soaking up the sun, North Cyprus will not disappoint.
There are many lovely unspoilt stretches of sand along the northern coast of the island. Below are some of our favourites:
Acapulco Beach
Acapulco Beach lies about 6 miles to the east of Kyrenia. At the point where the coast road to the east sweeps up towards the mountains, a large sign advertising this beach will be seen. Here the road branches off to the left, passing through an army camp before leading to the entrance of this holiday complex. This is a popular tourist beach, offering most facilities, but supervision of children swimming is recommended as there is an undertow. Windsurfing is available
Lara Beach
Lara Beach may be found a couple of miles further on - a sign indicates where to turn off from the new by-pass road. Toilets, showers, and beach chairs are available, and there is also a reasonable open air restaurant
Alagadi (Turtle Beach)
Alagadi (Turtle Beach) lies about 10 miles from Kyrenia and you do not need to pay the entrance fee there.
After heading east out of the town passing Karakum some miles further you will spot a huge sign of Vogue Beach
and Acapulco Holiday Resort at the junction on the left. Turn left from the main road and follow the sign.
After passing Acapulco on the left the road will lead you to the the Alagadi Turtle Beach Project.
A hundred yards or so past St. Kathleen's restaurant is a small bridge.
A rough track will then lead you past a farm and through the dunes to a large, sweeping double sandy bay.
Alagadi is a sandy beach and the water is shallow for quite a distance. You will find a small island there,
but approach with care as there are submerged rocky outcrop. It is common that
visitors coming to this beach take their own sun shade, or refreshment. The facilities are limited but there
is Green Turtles Beach Bar which is operating during summer and you will also find toilets there. Avoid leaving
litter for it is on this beach where the green and loggerhead turtles come and lay their eggs in the summer.
During the egg-laying season the beach area for sitting on is marked out with red painted skates
Sunset Beach
Sunset Beach is located about 5 miles to the west of Kyrenia, past the sloping concrete monument beyond Karaoglanoglu. It is adjacent to the Altinkaya fish restaurant. The sandy beach is well protected and ideal for tiny tots. Toilets and showers are available, and there is a bar and restaurant
Deniz Kizi
Deniz Kizi is situated about seven miles west of Kyrenia. This sheltered bay is kept clean, and offers a variety of water sports including windsurfing, parascending, water skiing, and inflatable fun rafts for smaller children. Deck chairs are available for hire, and there are also toilet and shower facilities
Mare Monte
Mare Monte Hotel beach lies some 10 miles west of Kyrenia, and provides all the facilities the visitor requires; such as a bar, showers, sun loungers, sunshades etc
Alsancak Beach
A surprisingly attractive small sandy beach has recently been opened to the public. Look for the sign for the Alsancak Restaurant, after turning off the main road, head straight, ignoring the red army sign. The area was previously under military control and at the time of publication the warning has not yet been removed. A delightful local meal can be enjoyed while looking the sea
Guzelyali Beach
Go westwards off Kyrenia and you will find Guzelyali Beach which is situated approximately 10 miles from Kyrenia, in Lapta. You can relax under an umbrella on a seabed (4 YTL) and enjoy the sandy beach which turns into shingles when you enter the sea. Be aware of the rocks inside the sea since you can skid easily. A small restaurant and a bar are available with free toilets
Kervansaray Beach
Kervansaray Beach, Karaoglanoglu, west of Kyrenia, is one of the most famous beaches in Kyrenia with many facilities, restaurants, bars and beautiful sandy beach
Camelot Beach
To reach Camelot Beach head westwards off Kyrenia until you reach Alsancak. On your right hand side after about 8 miles drive you will spot a big white sign of Camelot Beach Club. Although there is an entrance fee, on Camelot Beach which is family friendly you are provided with water sports like scuba diving, banana ride, jet skiing or water skiing. This sandy beach is well maintained, with sun shades and beds, restaurant and bar and you can enjoy live music in the club until the early hours
Escape Beach
Follow the direction towards Alsancak, westwards off Kyrenia. Approximately 5-mile drive will take you to the white War Memorial on your right hand side. You will then see signs for Escape beach. The area is commonly known as Yavuz Cikarma Plaji, the spot where the Turkish Troops landed during the Peace Operation in 1974. Now the area is landscaped with grass, flowers and fauna. To get inside Escape beach you will have to pay 10 YTL. Among the water sports that can be practiced here are jet skiing, banana ride, canoes, pedal boats or scuba diving. This sandy beach is equipped with volleyball area, restaurant and bar, and is indeed a busy summer holiday beach. Especially popular with young people, as there are open air night parties with club music by European Djs held every summer
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