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Kyrenia

Buffavento Castle

“Buffavento” means “gusty winds”, and indeed, perched high upon the Beşparmak (Five Finger) Mountains 950m above sea level it does its best to defy those winds.

Originally built as a Byzantine watch-tower to guard against Arab invasion, it then was used as a prison, known as the “Chateau du Lion” during the Lusignan period, before falling into neglect during the Venetian period as coastal barricades became a more popular and useful means of defence. Today, Buffavento is perhaps the least well-preserved of the three major castles in North Cyprus – but it therefore also has a uniquely atmospheric and rugged character that you will relish as you wander around its two levels.

On the ground floor, you will discover store-rooms and dormitories, with a water cistern below, and then you can climb upwards to the remains of a small chapel and breath-taking views of the surrounding regions. Opening hours for the castle do vary, so it is preferable to check times beforehand.

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