Iskele (Trikomo)
Golden Beaches and Ancient Legends
Legend
Aphrodite's Gift
Beach Quality
Blue Flag
Best For
Beach & Resorts
Distance from Kyrenia
60 km
About Iskele
Iskele, formerly known as Trikomo, is a rapidly developing area on the eastern coast of Northern Cyprus. Legend has it that the goddess Aphrodite brought the first fruit to this town, blessing it with fertility and abundance. The town is home to two important historical churches: the 12th-century Panayia Theotokos, now a museum, and the tiny 15th-century cruciform church of Ayios Iakovos (St. James). Nearby attractions include the charming fishing village of BoÄŸaz with its harbour-side fish restaurants, and the transformed tourist hotspot of Bafra with its golden beaches and crystal-clear waters. Iskele is truly an up-and-coming area that offers both historical significance and modern resort amenities.
Highlights
Panayia Theotokos
12th-century church now serving as a museum
BoÄŸaz Fishing Village
Authentic harbour with fresh seafood restaurants
Bafra Beach
Golden sands and luxury resort developments
Clear Blue Waters
Some of the clearest waters in the Mediterranean
Top Attractions
Bafra Beach
Golden beaches with resort amenities
BoÄŸaz Harbour
Traditional fishing village
Historic Churches
Byzantine and medieval religious sites