This quiet backwater to the eastern end of the Mediterranean known as
Northern Cyprus is the last stronghold of unspoiled countryside, which
at present is standing up against the mass development projects suffered
by many other similar countries. The North Cyprus landscape is a patchwork
of mature olive and fruit orchards interrupted only by villages and mountains,
guaranteeing the back drop for many years to come. First time visitors
to Northern Cyprus all comment on the hospitality and relaxed environment
and generally they all return as they can’t believe this place still
exists in the modern world!
The general geography of the North Cyprus encompasses over 3,355 square
kilometres of land mass, ranging from well-preserved sand dunes along
the distinctive Karpaz ‘Pan Handle’ to the Kyrenia Mountain
range. Amongst the many cultural and historical places to visit are the
breathtaking mountain top castles of St
Hilarion, Kantara and Buffavento, all dating back to the crusades.
The cultural influences inflicted on Northern Cyprus over the centuries
of invading forces include the Assyrian, Egyptian, Persian and Byzantine
dynasties, all of which leaving their own indelible prints. The British
persuasion dates back to the 12th Century and has remained an integral
part ever since, even up to present day. Amongst this tranquil landscape
lie the main towns of North Cyprus which are, Lefkosa, Girne, Famagusta
and Güzelyurt each benefiting from its own identity and character
and all should be visited to appreciate the diversity of
The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) is an emerging market
place where many new businesses are flourishing after the recent opening
of border controls. This is a very lucrative market to be involved in
and with a rise in property prices in the region of over 50% in the last
3 years you can see a sustainable growth for the foreseeable future. The
obvious main income source in North Cyprus has traditionally been the
tourism trade however this has now been comfortably out stripped by the
construction sector and all its facets. This has seen a tremendous growth
in not only building supply merchants but also for the more adventurous
the DIY stores. For those of us who have taken the plunge the change over
the last few years has been nothing short of a miracle, from limited supplies
of imported goods at extortionate prices to now an abundant array of western
European merchandise. This makes the transition to moving to North Cyprus
that much easier.
Again another growth industry in Northern Cyprus, which after some severe
tests in 2000 have seen a careful and sustained consolidation, with some
sensible and necessary guidelines enforced by the Turkish Cypriot government.
The traditional ‘boom and bust’ economy of this area has lead
to a well structured and effective banking system which has close ties
with many foreign banks including Barclays, Natwest and HSBC. It is a
very easy and simple process to open an account in Northern Cyprus banks.
Your account can be set up in your choice of currencies including Sterling,
US Dollars, Euros and the Northern Cyprus currency which is the Turkish
Lira.
For more in depth information on banks in Northern Cyprus please do not
hesitate to contact us at info@unwinestates.com
Like much of this part of the world the development and infrastructure
in the medical facilities has improved beyond belief. Firstly the modernisation
of North Cyprus hospitals has come along and the quest for research has
enabled the Northern Cyprus universities to be involved with medical faculties
helping greatly in investigative works. However, even with these positive
steps there is still a cautionary approach to medical insurance with many
would be North Cyprus home owners acquiring Private Health Insurance via
international sources.
