17. Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque
Built in the 1300s in Rayonnant Gothic style, featuring an iconic rose window and a 700-year-old sycamore fig tree.
Dominating Famagusta’s skyline, this 14th-century Gothic cathedral-turned-mosque captivates visitors with its carved doorways, rose window, royal crests, and the 700-year-old monumental tree at its entrance.
Stop-by-Stop Route Plan
Gothic Rose Window & 700-Year-Old Fig Tree
Admire the triple Gothic portals and the ancient tree planted when construction began in 1299.
Other Cyprus Driving Routes
1. Kyrenia Castle
Standing proudly at the eastern end of Kyrenia, Kyrenia Castle features massive Venetian defensive walls, Lusignan royal dungeons, the 12th-century Chapel of St. George, and the world’s oldest recovered merchant shipwreck.
2. Kyrenia Ancient Harbour & Promenade
Renowned as one of the most picturesque harbours in the Mediterranean, Kyrenia Ancient Harbour invites visitors to stroll along its stone promenade, embark on boat tours, and dine by the water.
3. Bellapais Abbey
Located in Bellapais village just uphill from Kyrenia, this 13th-century monastery enchants visitors with its Gothic stone arches, acoustic Refectory hall, peaceful courtyard gardens, and traditional village restaurants.
