Famagusta Gate
Πύλη Αμμοχώστου
The eastern gate of the Venetian walls. Its long vaulted passage now houses a cultural centre that hosts exhibitions and concerts.
Famagusta Gate, built in 1567, is the most magnificent of the three gates in the Venetian walls. It is named after the eastern port city of Famagusta and was originally called Porta Giulia. The gate consists of a vaulted passage about 40 metres long and a central domed hall, with impressive stone arches. Restored in 1981, it became Nicosia's municipal cultural centre, often hosting art exhibitions, concerts and theatre. Exhibitions are free to visit. The surrounding streets have many bars and small restaurants in converted old houses, and they are lively at night.
Opening hours
Open during exhibition periods
Nearby sights
- Panagia Chrysaliniotissa Church & Quarter
- Archbishop's Palace & Byzantine Museum
- St. John's Cathedral
- House of Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios
- Ömeriye Mosque & Hammam
- Bandabulya (Municipal Market)
- Selimiye Mosque (Cathedral of Saint Sophia)
- Bedesten (St Nicholas Church)