Point of interest
Buffavento Castle
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Tips from locals
Mehmet Savaş
March 27, 2018
Buffavento Castle is up above, in the Five-finger mountains. Splendid views from the castle; however it is quite a long climb.
David
April 3, 2016
A lovely Crusader castle. The drive is not for the feint hearted but it is a worthwhile trip
Indre
October 27, 2020
CastleOne of the three castles, Buffavento was constructed on the Kyrenia Range as a line of defence against the Arab attacks - the other two being St. Hilarion Castle, and Kantara Castle. It is the least well preserved and sited on a hill top 940m above sea level.Getting thereTake the main road that leads from Kyrenia over the mountains via the Besparmak mountain pass. As the road reaches its highest point and before descending the southern slopes there is a turning to the right. The road is accessible by car but the first 800 yards (730m) is rough, driving with care is recommended. It is a 4.2 mile (6.8km) drive along a road which is a military access route. There are red signs that forbid entrance strategically placed along the track. According to the signs you should not deviate from the route, but follow strictly. Do not go to the castle from the south via G üngör (Koutsov éndis ) and monastery of Agios Ioannis Khrysostomos. Beyond the village the route is unmarked and an army camp blocks the way.
CastleOne of the three castles, Buffavento was constructed on the Kyrenia Range as a line of defence against the Arab attacks - the other two being St. Hilarion Castle, and Kantara Castle. It is the least well preserved and sited on a hill top 940m above sea level.Getting thereTake the main road tha…
Samar
March 4, 2018
Great View to Mediterranean sea, Kyrenia and Nicosia City. Highes point of North Cyprus.
Natasha
October 17, 2016
Wonderful scenic and historic drive and has a picnic spot with a small cafe open in summer. The hike to the Castle is worth it.
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