Really interesting being able to wander round and over the ancient ruins. They are spread around a large area which involves lots of walking. In February, this was lovely, but I am guessing it could be rather hot in the summer. Definitely worth visiting but allow two hours.
Very well preserved and you were allowed to wander round at your leisure, only 9 Turkish lira entrance (about £3)
Salamis is a must see historical place. Amazing Gymnasium and theater. Well loked after and maintained by North Cyprus Turkish republic.
salamis is huge and fascinating you could spend a whole day here, bring a picnic, off season we had the place to ourselves but arrived too late to take proper advantage of salamis.
Salamis was one of the most important cites of its time. However ruins are far away from presenting this. Most of the ruins are under sand and the ones available are presented well. visit the old city, walk around. beach is beautiful too. combine it with St Barnabas church. then it has a good value.
Located not very far from Famagusta you could easily spend a day visiting Salamis and the Old Town of Famagusta.There is still a lot to be seen although ruins were heavily used to build Famagusta, even the Suez Canal by the British.Salamis is situated right by the beach. It used to be one of the most important cities in its time. The old Salamis ruins span through many centuries from Greek classic era to dereliction in VII century because of sinking port. Upon paying the entrance fee you will be given an information booklet. The fee is 9TL.What I did not like here and worried me was the fact that people wander freely through the ancient ruins, walk upon the ancient tiles of the mosaics which are already breaking up under the ravages of traffic and weather. It is still promoted as a ruin and I guess man will continue to ruin it. In any event it is a site worth visiting, but at least respect it.There is a car-parking close to the entrance, a picnic area around and also a café bar.
I visited here twice. There is a lot of interesting things to see in this small area, firstly there is 2 Amphitheatres, one that is very run down, the other which is still utilised. Amazingly enough the tiled floors are not protected & can still be walked on by tourists. It is best advised to wear comfortable shoes as your safety is your priority, you can walk where you like which is amazing but don't forget to look where you're walking. it's very hot & dusty so bring water & sun protection. It's only around 3.00 euro & worth it, it will take more than an hour to get around it but there's parking & a nice restaurant around the corner. Thoroughly enjoyable & very educational especially if you don't get a chance to go to the Acropolis in Greece, the next best thing.
If you're in Famagusta, by all means spend the 9 TL and the 90 minutes or so that you'll need to see these Roman ruins near the sea, complete with headless statues, marble columns, and a small amphitheater. A fairly good pocket guide is available in English when you pay, so you're not clueless about the area's history or the specific artifacts you're seeing. Recommended.
Ruins from many different periods of history converge on Salamis. I particularly liked the contrast of bushes and trees with the rocks and walled remains. Walk down a Roman street, explore a Byzantine cathedral, an olive mill, a temple, a Roman bath house, etc. etc. right beside the sea so perfect also for the beach.A good day of exploring when combined with Famagusta walled city.
There is an amphitheater from early civilizations, excavated fully and kept in excellent condition. There is a stadium and roman baths. There are must-see paintings on walls towards the middle of the site. Excavation is still going on. Beautiful mosaics were discivered and unearthed in recent years.