It was sent from the post office in the capital. A 70Kr definitive stamp was used to send this postcard. It was cancelled at Lefkoşa on 2.6.2014.
Showing posts with label North Cyprus (TRNC). Show all posts
Showing posts with label North Cyprus (TRNC). Show all posts
Sunday, May 10, 2015
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A view card on northern part of Lefkoşa (Nicosia) with Atatürk Square (Atatürk Meydanı) shown at the bottom. The Venetian Column is seen in this square. The post office and other government buildings are not far from this square. This card was sent during a visit to this city.
It was sent from the post office in the capital. A 70Kr definitive stamp was used to send this postcard. It was cancelled at Lefkoşa on 2.6.2014.
It was sent from the post office in the capital. A 70Kr definitive stamp was used to send this postcard. It was cancelled at Lefkoşa on 2.6.2014.
Saturday, May 9, 2015
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Another postcard on Girne (Kyrenia) with the Kyrenia Castle (Girne Kalesi) at the background. A castle since the Middle Age and used to guard the harbor. It has been changed several times. A maritime museum is housed in this castle. This card is one of several cards sent from this place.
A 70Kr stamp on artifact was used. It was cancelled at Girne 1 on 2.6.2014. Even though not fully stamped but it is much clear than the other postmarks done in this place during the visit.
A 70Kr stamp on artifact was used. It was cancelled at Girne 1 on 2.6.2014. Even though not fully stamped but it is much clear than the other postmarks done in this place during the visit.
Friday, May 8, 2015
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A card on Lefkoşa (Nicosia) with the Büyük Han (the Great Inn) shown. It was one of the first buildings by the Ottomon upon seizing the island. Currently, it is a tourist destination with souvenir shops and cafe. This card was sent during a visit to the northern side of the city.
A 80Kr definitive stamp was used to sent this postcard. It was sent from Kaymaklı, Lefkoşa on 2.6.2014 but the postmark is not clear.
A 80Kr definitive stamp was used to sent this postcard. It was sent from Kaymaklı, Lefkoşa on 2.6.2014 but the postmark is not clear.
Thursday, May 7, 2015
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Another view of the Kyrenia Harbor in Girne (Kyrenia). This historical port was once a trading port. This city is currently a famous tourist city. This card was sent during a stay in this city.
A 70Kr stamp on artifact was used to send this card. It was posted in the mail box outside Girne post office on 3.6.2014 but only cancelled on 5.6.2014. The postmark also partially stamped/
A 70Kr stamp on artifact was used to send this card. It was posted in the mail box outside Girne post office on 3.6.2014 but only cancelled on 5.6.2014. The postmark also partially stamped/
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
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A card on Girne (Kyrenia) that shows its famous historical port. Kyrenia Harbor is now a docking site for yachts and surrounded with restaurants and hotels. This card was sent when visiting this part of Cyprus.
This card was sent from Lapta, Girne on 3.6.2014. A 70Kr stamp on artifact was used. The postmark is also not very clear.
This card was sent from Lapta, Girne on 3.6.2014. A 70Kr stamp on artifact was used. The postmark is also not very clear.
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
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A card from North Cyprus with children in Turkish folk clothing. Thanks pinuccia for sending this card while travelling.
A 80 Yeni Kuruş flower stamp was used. It was cancelled at Gazimağusa (Famagusta) on 20.5.2011.
A 80 Yeni Kuruş flower stamp was used. It was cancelled at Gazimağusa (Famagusta) on 20.5.2011.
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