Where to Go During New Year Holidays in Northern Cyprus?

In Northern Cyprus, there are no official holidays or extended days off at the beginning of January, except for January 1st.

However, many people are accustomed to continuing the celebration of the New Year for several days after New Year's Eve. Additionally, Northern Cyprus is home to many people whose cultures celebrate Christmas on January 7th.

• Restaurants and Cafes
• Concerts and Shows
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Cultural Activities
• Active Recreation

Restaurants and Cafes

Many establishments strive to work as long and as efficiently as possible during the New Year period. These are often restaurants that serve Russian cuisine or dishes from former USSR countries. Here's what you need to know on the topic:

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• Food Delivery in Northern Cyprus — Which Restaurants Offer It?
• The Best Restaurant in Kyrenia According to Cyprus-FAQ Readers
• The Best Restaurant in Famagusta According to Cyprus-FAQ Readers
• Top Restaurants in Northern Cyprus with Show Programs

Concerts and Shows

Various musical and theatrical events take place regularly in Northern Cyprus. To keep track of them, we recommend subscribing to our Telegram channel, where we post the most interesting events. Or visit the “Events” section on our website to choose activities to your liking!

Alcoholic Beverages

If you can't imagine celebrating without alcoholic drinks, we won’t judge and suggest exploring local specialties. For example, did you know that the famous Zivania from the southern part of the island is also available on the south? Or that alcohol is made even from carob? Or that Rakı is not the same as Rakija? Or that Northern Cyprus has wineries, and excursions to them are an excellent way to spend early January!

Cultural Activities

If you have free time, early January is a great time to explore interesting places in Northern Cyprus: there’s no exhausting heat or crowds of tourists.

This is especially true for the three main mountain castles: St. Hilarion, Buffavento, and Kantara. It’s much better to climb hundreds of steps in the cool of January than in the heat of August.

For more interesting places, check out our article “Attractions of Northern Cyprus,” where you’ll find a general description and links to detailed information about many locations.

Active Recreation

If you prefer to stay active and burn calories instead of gaining them at the New Year’s table, here are some options:

• Paragliding
• Go-karting
• Playing tennis
• Cycling
• Going to a fitness center
• Horseback riding
• Playing golf

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