Journey to the Past
History of Panayia Pergaminiotissa Church
The church is known to have a history of almost 900 years. It is a very modest building with a square geometric shape and a dome decorated with a cross. There is also the possibility that it was a monastery of monks in earlier centuries.
It has undergone an important restoration work in recent years. With the joint efforts of the TRNC Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the Republic of Turkey and Tatlısu Municipality, the church was brought back to life. Today the church has two separate museums, a cafe where you can relax and an area surrounded by lavender gardens. There are also parking areas where you can park your vehicles.
Location
Where is Panagia Pergaminiotissa Church?
Panayia Pergaminiotissa Church is located in Tatlısu village within the borders of Famagusta. Transportation to this village can be provided from both Kyrenia and Famagusta directions. When you continue east from Kyrenia, you can reach Tatlısu by passing through Çatalköy and then Küçükerenköy. From Famagusta, after going towards Iskele in the north direction, you need to pass Büyükkonuk near Kantara and continue in the west direction again.
Transportation to Panayia Pergaminiotissa Church takes a shorter time from Kyrenia. Therefore, we recommend you to include this historical place in your list of places to visit in Kyrenia.
Transportation
How to get to Panayia Pergaminiotissa Church?
To visit the church you need to reach the village of Tatlısu in Famagusta. You can reach Tatlısu by following the eastern coastline from Kyrenia or by taking the Kyrenia road from Famagusta heading north and then west.
There are several alternative methods to reach Kyrenia and Famagusta. If you are traveling from Nicosia, you can reach Kyrenia with a 45-minute drive on the highway. It takes approximately 1 hour to reach Famagusta from Nicosia. You can also enter Cyprus via Kyrenia Port or Nicosia Airport.
Visit Information
Panayia Pergaminiotissa Church Visiting Hours and Entrance Fee
You can visit the churches and museums every day of the week between 09:00 – 17:00. The entrance fee is 50 TL.
Panayia Pergaminiotissa Church Photos
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Places to visit in Kyrenia
Home to the island’s most luxurious restaurants, bars and casinos, Kyrenia is full of historical and touristic attractions. Many civilizations, including the Byzantines, Lusignans, Venetians and the Ottoman Empire, have left artifacts here.
