The city’s historical past is deeply rooted in the ancient times with the famous Venetian Walls and many well-known old buildings being constant reminders of the city’s conquers throughout the years.  Franks, Venetians, Ottomans and British are only few of the past conquerors while Turks invaded Cyprus on 1974 and are still occupying half of the island.

The current population of Nicosia district is 240.000 people consisting of multicultural ethnicities and customs.

Today, Nicosia is a unique blend of glamour, modern and traditional city, with multicultural and social lifestyle and a highly recommended destination for multiple purposes. It is noteworthy to mention that the city is the governmental, educational and cultural center of the island, hosting the largest university in Cyprus and South Europe.

Business, Shopping, Dining, Clubbing or strolling around the old city, whatever the purpose, Nicosia will stun you with what it has to offer. 

Shopping

The city hosts 3 large shopping Malls, Nicosia Mall, Mall of Engomi and The Mall of Cyprus for those who prefer indoor shopping with their own food courts as well as supermarkets and many more. On the other hand, if the weather allows it and you prefer some walking in the city streets, then just visit one of the capital’s famous shopping streets of Ledras, Makariou, Stasikratous, Onasagorou etc.    

Entertainment

Nicosia is “blooming” when it comes to entertainment options. There is something for every taste, from dining to nightlife, escape rooms, cinema or museums, you can plan a whole day doing different things without even notice how time flies.

Culture

Stroll around the narrow streets of the old city center, have a coffee or food in any of the cozy café / restaurants, shop and experience the historical culture of the city while being surrounded by medieval building, byzantine churches and multicultural voices in order to fully grasp the essence of a forgotten past.

Nicosia is the administrative, legal, educational, financial and commercial center of Cyprus and that is the reason why many industries are headquartered in the city.

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Lost + Found Drinkery is a small yet constantly packed cozy bar, with guests piling out on the basement just to taste superb cocktails.

Oil drums and handmade tables complete the 70’s décor bringing back memories of classic London bars where you had to ring a bell to enter.

Cocktails are categorized by distinct flavor preferences (sweet, sour, sweet-sour, dry-sweet etc), with illustrations demonstrating which category they fall into.

If you are a cocktail fan who seeks unusual taste experience, then Lost + Found is a must-try.

Included in the list of The World’s 50 Best Bars 2015/2016/2017

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Patio Cocktail Bar is undeniably part of the old city of Nicosia’s revival since 2013. The amazing cocktails and the mouthwatering tapas with travel you to Latin America while you enjoy the sets of some of the most famous DJs in Cyprus.

The details and colorful décor is what make Patio an extraordinary experience!

Keep an eye for the theme nights in Patio as you will be surprised by what they are about!

Tel: (+357) 22664488 | Find Patio Cocktail Bar

Nicosia meets New York glamour in a colorful, bright and sensational lounge bar, the Moon Light Cocktail and Tapas Bar.

The faultlessly detailed interior make Moon Lounge one of the most stylish and sensational bars in the capital. The menu is designed by Professional mixologists and wine sommeliers and is constantly changing with seasonality.

Enjoy the excellent tapas and delicious cocktails while listening to the sounds of 80s music, deep or funky house and mainstream tunes.

Tel: (+357) 96900900 | Find Moon Lounge

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