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Buying Property in Famagusta

Where to buy property in Famagusta

Since Turkish forces occupied the northern part of Cyprus in 1974, most of the Famagusta region has been located north of the UN Buffer Zone. In fact, Famagusta town, once a thriving resort, now lies as a ghost town as negotiations continue between the Greeks and Turks over the future of the north. However, the region situated south of the border has become a bustling tourist destination, popular for its active nightlife, golden beaches and excellent watersports facilities. A number of foreign property buyers, mainly from the UK and Scandinavia, have already bought property for sale in Famagusta.

Rental opportunities for properties in Famagusta are good, as tourism attracts large numbers of visitors to this southeastern corner of the island, though there are quieter nooks to be found for those who prefer a less hectic pace of life. The main administrative town of Paralimni has expanded greatly since the Turkish occupation in 1974 and it now combines modern facilities, shops and homes with the tradition of its gardens and churches, attracting interest from foreign property buyers. Kapparis is not only an increasingly desirable location for foreigners, there’s also demand for weekend homes with domestic buyers from Nicosia.

In recent years, resorts such as Ayia Napa and Protaras have been transformed from sleepy harbour towns into some of the Mediterranean’s most lively holiday spots, with superb beaches and clear seas and a vast choice of bars and nightclubs. Though perhaps most renowned for its nightspots, Ayia Napa has been cleaning up its act and now boasts some excellent family-friendly areas and facilities away from its busy centre including a large and popular waterpark.

Protaras is a modern resort that stretches over 16 kilometres of coastline and also offers splendid Blue Flag beaches as well as watersport and scuba diving facilities. There’s a tranquil side to the region, too. Cape Greko has a rugged coastline and some beautiful coves. The area adjoins a National Forest Park, an area of great natural beauty a world away from the busy resorts.

There's also a range of articles for you to read about buying property in Cyprus:

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as well as overseas news stories affecting the property market in Cyprus or view our range of property for sale in Famagusta.