The Cyprus Nature Library in Kyrenia

The Cyprus Nature Library was launched on September 30, 2010, by Kuşkor, the North Cyprus Society for the Protection of Birds and Nature, surrounded by some stunning wildlife images, provided by local photographers Sami Tamson, Bariş Saydam and Susie Forster. Representatives from local schools, universities and environmental and education related organizations came to celebrate […]

North Cyprus Wild Plants – Storax (Styrax officinalis)

Taking the dog for a walk I came across a wild shrub bearing tiny fruits which looked like miniature greengages. I was fascinated to find out what these were and quite quickly established that they were Storax, latin name Styrax officinalis. I always get excited when a plant’s name includes the word “officinalis” because […]

North Cyprus 23% more expensive than Turkey

Consumers in North Cyprus pay 22.68% more than Turkey, on average, for goods and services. This is based on a survey of 521 goods and services in Turkey and North Cyprus in March 2010. However, prices were lower in North Cyprus for alcoholic drinks and tobacco, communications and education. Imported items, e.g. furniture, were […]