One of the most beautiful places i have ever been in North Cyprus 🇨🇾 .

This is a very historic place. Well preserved and restored. Secluded by the walls of the castle takes you back I time. You could spend lot of time exploring all the passages and rooms. Recommend go early morning or later in afternoon to enjoy when cool. Must see if you like Shakespeare and Othello.

A nice atmospheric old ruin, but there's not very much to see, apart from the Venetian lion above the gate, and the small display about the restoration project. Will only take 15-20 minutes to have a look around. Entrance fee was 3 euros in early 2023. There are (reasonably clean) toilets on the site.

interesting piece of history to visit and the entrance fee is only 50 lira.

The citadel, originally "harbour citadel" was built by the lusignian King Henry II at the beginning of 14th century to guard the harbour. Othello tower is one of four towers of the construction. Changes have been made by the Venetians at the end of 15th century. Shakespeare might have been inspired for his tragic play "Othello" by Christoforo Moro, the Venetian governor who was sent to Cyprus to defend the island against the Turkish Sultan and supposingly killed his wife in the citadel before returning to Venice in 1508. Shakespeare didn't mention Fermagusta, only "a town in Cyprus". An absolut must see in Mağusa/Fermagusta

Visit the area for the sightseeing , nice area in general, well preserved.

Lovely restaurant but if you get there set menu be prepared to wait until its completely full before food starts getting served and expect little bits at a time ,it takes a bit of getting used to

The best place ever. High quality service and delicious food.

Impressive castle built into the Old City walls with gorgeous courtyard. The walls of the castle are enormous.

Inspired Shakespeare to write Othello but have to pay to get in and there's not much to see

Historical site, must see if you are in Famagusta! Entrance is only 9TL!

Nice place to eat dinner. I had the chicken barbecue chopstick and some starter "Meze". + The main dish was a big portion and delicious + Starters "Meze" was yummy + The young staff was smiling and attentive + Nice ambience + Live music was good - The music until live music must be improved. Disconnections and message tones was normal - I asked before for special Rakı brand, they said they have the small bottle no problem. After 1h I came back and sit they told me they don't have the small bottle. - The starter "Meze" Çiğköfte was tasty but too less only 2 pieces. This must be improved. - In the Menue you can read that all starters cost 30 TL and especially I asked for, but in the bill every starter had different higher prices. The Menue should be updated. - The chair was uncomfortable and the table wobbled

We spent the Saturday evening here which is Meze-only night with live music. The food was very good. Service excellent though only one waitress spoke english. The place was full of happy people eating and dancing. Very nice evening. Regular pricing.

Free entry on Sundays, museum section was closed as were some sections of the ramparts & roof. Great views of the port & famagusta town.

Amazing food, well worth the value. Hospitality was on the next level, as we came in as first customers and had the kitchen started for us. Even without a knowledge of Turkish we managed to communicate with the lovely hosts and cooks. The fire was on for our grilled fish and meat in seconds, and we got a lot of meze to start the meal while waiting for the main course. We would definitely visit again when around.

Cute Venetian castle that inspired Shakespeare - apparently Othello was based on a real ruler here, and the castle was subsequently renamed. You can walk around some cool little areas within the entrance fortifications and up on to the ramparts to get a good idea of the town and harbor. Parts of it were in the film "Exodus"! There was an extensive display on the conservation work, but otherwise few signs throughout.

We were here as tourists according to the recommendation of our host, and felt welcome. The majority of guests were locals I think. We took the Meze (one with meat/kebab; the other cold and hot Meze, which is without the shashlik/meat) and wine (even though a bottle of Raki on the table is the standard). The food was really good, and plenty! The atmosphere is relaxed, young, casual.

Beautiful place,, love it

Despite being in a tourist spot. This restaurant is frequented by locals. The food is delicious and prices reasonable. We went several times.

Amazing meze, live music was bang on. Great night out

Wonderful castel has Saint Marco Lion relief

I have to say: it was the best traditional Turkish meze experience in full service!

Very old and beautiful castle Recommend visit