Life in North Cyprus
North Cyprus
North Cyprus is a place of magic; fully deserving the title “Pearl of the Mediterranean”. It has a rich and colourful tapestry of unspoilt natural beauty that ranges from golden beaches with sparkling crystal clear water to fields of carpeted wild flowers and the pine clad heights of the “Beşparmak Mountains” that runs for approximately 160 km (100 ml) along the northern coast of the island. Cyprus covers an area of 9,251 km2 and is the 3rd largest island (after Sicily and Sardinia) in the Mediterranean Sea.
The island enjoys an intense Mediterranean climate with long, warm and dry summers from mid-May to mid-October. The winters are mild and sometimes rainy, lasting from December to February. Summers and winters in Cyprus are separated by short autumn and spring seasons.
The Vibrant Tones of Orange, Green and Blue Await Students to the Town of Lefke
Lefke is in the greenest corner of the island, with its citrus groves, its rich and varied culture and history, which is an oasis of peace and calm. The European University of Lefke is situated between the sea and the mountains of the beautiful town giving spectacular views from all areas of the campus.
There are countless cultural activities and events that occur throughout the year in Lefke in which students can participate. There are also many shops, cafés and restaurants within a 10 minute walking distance from the EUL campus. Students can eat, drink, or read at seaside cafés and restaurants, or shop along the main road of this friendly town.
General Information
Regime: Parliamentary Democracy
Foundation: 15.11.1983
Flag Color: Red and White
Capital: Nicosia
Currency: Turkish Lira (TL)
Neighbouring Countries: South Cyprus (Greek Cypriot Administration), Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Israel and Egypt
Area: 3,335 km2
Population: 256.207 (De Jure)
Religion: % 99 Islam, %1 Others
Language: Turkish (English commonly spoken)
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Electricity
Voltage in Northern Cyprus is 220/240 volts AC, supplied at 50 Hz. Standard British rectangular 3-pinned plugs at 5 amps or 13 amps are used, but also some older 2-pinned plugs / sockets exist.
Traffic
Traffic in TRNC runs on the left. Vehicles arriving on the island require a valid TRNC insurance. Turkish driving licenses are valid for 3 months.
GSM Operators:
TRNC TELSIM : 0542 / 0548
TRNC TURKCELL : 0533
Access to the TRNC
Access to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus is possible through air and sea travel. A large number of airlines have regular daily or charter flights to the TRNC. In addition there are regular ferry services from Mersin-Taşucu and Alanya. The European University of Lefke is located in the North-West part of Cyprus. The campus is located 60 km from the T.R.N.C’s capital Lefkoşa, 68 km from the Port-City Girne, 79 km from Ercan airport, and 115 km from Gazimağusa.
TRNC Offices of Airline Companies
TURKISH AIRLINES
THY Sales
| Address | Haydar Aliyev Cad. No:13G Küçükkaymaklı/Nicosia |
| Telephone | 0392 225 50 26 90 Call Center: 0392 444 08 49 |
| Fax | 0392 225 49 41 |
| kibrissatis@thy.com |
THY Airport Office
| Address | Ercan Airport Nicosia |
| Telephone | 0392 231 47 90 |
| Fax | 0392 231 42 73 |
| ercanmeydan@thy.com |
ATLASJET
| Address | Ayışığı Evleri Hirontel Kavşağı H Blok K:1 D:1 Kyrenia |
| Telephone | 0392 815 67 47 |
| Address | Ercan Airport Nicosi |
| Telephone | 0392 231 41 88 |
PEGASUS AIRLINES
| Telephone | 0392 228 73 11 |
ONUR AIR
| Telephone | 0392 444 66 87 |
TRNC Offices of Maritime Transport Companies
"FERGÜN" FERRIES
Nicosia Branch: Adres : Lefkoşa Vakıflar işhanı NO:15 Lefkoşa/TRNC Telephone : 0 392 2288910 – 2271898 Fax : 0 392 2286739 Kyrenia Central Office: Address : Girne Yeni Liman yolu Fergün Apt NO 1 Girne/TRNC Telephone : 0 392 8151770 – 8151870 Fax: 0 392 8151989
"AKGÜNLER" FERRIES
Main Office: Address : Yeni Liman Yolu, Candemir 5 Apt. No: 3 Girne TRNC Telephone : 0 392 81 57929 Fax: 0 392 81 58647 E-mail: denizcilik@akgunler.com.tr Kyrenia Port Office: Address : Akgünler Denizcilik Yeni Liman Girne/TRNC Telephone : 0 392 81 56002 Fax: 0 392 81 53268
Airports:
Ercan Airport (ECN), (+90 392) 231 46 50
Harbours:
Girne Harbour, (+90 392) 815 49 87
Hospitals:
Lefkoşa Dr Burhan Nalbantoglu General Hospital
(+90 392) 228 54 41
Gazimağusa General Hospital
(+90 392) 366 53 28
Girne Akçiçek General Hospital
(+90 392) 815 22 66
Cengiz Topel General Hospital
(+90 392) 723 63 51
Emergency Numbers
Police: 155
Fire: 199
First Aid: 112
Forest Fire: 177