The sounds of the old city
It is around 5 am in Nicosia, the breeze blows from the windows, all open to survive the summer heat. As often, I cannot sleep. It is around 5 am in Nicosia and from my room I hear the Azan. At this time of the day it is the best sound.Immediately I relax, my mind travels east, I am not in Cyprus anymore, and I know I will fall asleep soon.…
The Long Street
In the heart of Nicosia, capital of Cyprus, there is a long street. This street has been there for centuries, it was and still is one of the main shopping areas of the city. If you’ve been to Nicosia, probably…
Oxi Market
Oxi market is Nicosia’s weekly farmers’ market. Right on the city walls, it is located on the Costanza bastion, just few meters from Oxi roundabout. Oxi market (pronounced Ohi) takes place inside a parking area, next to the Ottoman Bayraktar…
Nicosia, one or two?
Positions A dear friend of mine that was living in the northern part of Cyprus used to tell me that Nicosia was only the southern part of the city, while the north was Lefkoşa. From his point of view, of…