Although the history of Kantara Castle is not certain, it is thought to date back to the Byzantine period. It is an accepted opinion that the castle was first built against Arab raids, even though it is not mentioned in written records. The name of the castle was first mentioned in written records in 1191 during the conquest of Cyprus by the English King Richard the Lionhearted. <\/p>\n
In the 13th century, Kantara Castle, which increased in importance during the Lusignan period, was strengthened with fortifications by King James I of Cyprus in 1391. The castle, which maintained its strategic importance during the Venetian period, played an important role in the defense of the island. <\/p>\n
However, they changed their war tactics over time. For this reason, Kantara Castle lost its importance and was abandoned in the 16th century. The castle, which turned into ruins as the centuries passed, was restored in 1914 and became what it is today.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
The castle is located at the easternmost tip of the Be\u015fparmak Mountains on the northern coast of Cyprus, within the borders of the \u0130skele region. The historical structure is located at an altitude of approximately 630 meters above sea level. Thanks to its location, the castle provided the sovereign powers on the island with the opportunity to control both the northern coast and the Mesarya Plain. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>