Journey to the Past
History of Lefke Aqueducts
Lefke Aqueducts were built in the 15th and 16th centuries and bear the architectural characteristics of the Ottoman and Venetian periods. For this reason, it is assumed that almost all of them were built during these periods. The aqueducts were built to convey water from the Troodos Mountains to the city of Lefke and the fertile fields around it. The aqueducts played an important role especially in the irrigation of citrus groves and grain fields.
The stone carvings on the arches are internationally acclaimed. Even the famous British explorer Samuel W. Baker praised the stonework of the arches in his book “Cyprus as I saw it”, in which he described his visit to Cyprus. Even the praise of the arches in this book, which is generally full of criticisms about the Cypriot life of the period, proves their beauty.
Location
Where are the Lefke Aqueducts?
Lefke Aqueducts are located at various points in Lefke district, located in the west of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Especially in the southern part of the city, the arches around the Apliç Road are highly visited. Many arch ruins can be seen while walking around the city.
Transportation
How to get to Lefke Aqueducts?
To visit the Lefke Aqueducts, you first need to go to Lefke region. After reaching Lefke, you can access the areas where the aqueducts are located by following the signs or by getting information from the locals.
If you have not yet entered Cyprus, flights from Turkey to Nicosia Ercan Airport take approximately 1 hour. You can reach Lefke from the airport by private car or taxi. You can also come to the island with ferry services from Kyrenia Port and from here you can go to Lefke by land. You can also consider car rental options for transportation to Lefke.
The driving time to the aqueducts is approximately 1 hour from Nicosia and Kyrenia and 1 hour and 30 minutes from Famagusta. You can use intercity buses or your own vehicle for transportation to the region. Apart from these, you can also take a look at car rental options.
Visit Information
Lefke Aqueducts Visiting Hours and Entrance Fee
Since Lefke Aqueducts are located in public areas, there are no visiting hours and no entrance fee. You can wander the roads of Lefke to examine these historical buildings whenever you wish.
Lefke Aqueducts Photos
Plan your Lefke Travel Route
Places to visit in Lefke
Historical aqueducts, fountains, monuments and ancient cities await you in Lefke. There are many places you can visit in Lefke, full of historical buildings from the Ottoman and Venetian periods and the wonders of Cypriot nature.
