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Monumental Olive Trees

Monumental Olive Trees

Think of the Mediterranean and you'll picture perfect coastlines, spectacular mountainsides and landscapes lined with olive trees. The “Monumental Olive Trees” may not be the first attraction you consider visiting in Northern Cyprus, but these gifts of mother nature are certainly overwhelming.

Located in the village of Kalkanli on the North West coast, just outside Guzelyurt, these are the most ancient olive trees in Northern Cyprus, believed to have been planted in the 11th century Lusignan period.

Some 2,000 colossal trees over 700 years in age, this area is one of the most important projects in the Natura 2000 initiative under EU protection. The area is a living cultural and natural heritage and makes a very popular attraction. If you enjoy nature and unique sights, these majestic trees in the wilderness are definitely a must-do on the list.

Usually on the last Sunday of March, the annual “Kalkanli Monumental Olive Trees Walk” is held with the aim of promoting olive trees and their importance to Northern Cyprus and Turkish Cypriot cultural heritage alike. Think of the Mediterranean and you'll picture perfect coastlines, spectacular mountainsides and landscapes lined with olive trees. The “Monumental Olive Trees” may not be the first attraction you consider visiting in Northern Cyprus, but these gifts of mother nature are certainly overwhelming.

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