Greek or Turkish?
We (my wife and I) are just starting to research the prospect of retiring to Cyprus, what we would like to know from this post is what if any are the positives of living in the Greek part of Cyprus over the Turkish side or indeed the Turkish side over the Greek side?
Any information would be greatly appreciated. |
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The problem with the Turkish part is that you might find that the house you buy is on land that actually belongs to a Greek Cypriot who left after the Turkish invasion.
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We have lived on both sides and for the last 11 years off and on lived in the Republic (South). There is no comparison.
We found the North far too aggresive and more military in outlook. Thousands of speed cameras every where and many armed guards. Non of the above in the republic. Many other reasons but far too many to go on about on here. good luck. |
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Thanks for those replies folks, we have obviously got a shed load of research to be getting on with.
If anyone else has anything to add then please do. The more info and opinions we have the better. |
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Originally Posted by scot47
(Post 11843957)
The problem with the Turkish part is that you might find that the house you buy is on land that actually belongs to a Greek Cypriot who left after the Turkish invasion.
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It seems to me that Cyprus is on the front line between Islam and Christendom, and in the Sea currently used for transit by tens of thousands of desperate refugees.
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Originally Posted by Gordon Barlow
(Post 11883502)
You'd certainly be a damn fool to buy property any place where the title is open to dispute. ....
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Having lived in both areas my choice is South Cyprus, but that may change if the UK exits the EU and there are changes in the availability of state medical care for retirees. Very friendly and hospitable island and always made to feel most welcome by the residents.
Worth coming to Cyprus for a holiday and spending some time in each! |
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Originally Posted by Talagirl
(Post 11886129)
Very friendly and hospitable island and always made to feel most welcome by the residents.
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Originally Posted by Gordon Barlow
(Post 11887498)
... Pulaski is probably right ...
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I'm wondering if there has been any change in the past 12 months regarding the comparison of life in the Greek and Turkish parts of the Island. I'd be grateful for any comments. Thanks.
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Originally Posted by Gordon Barlow
(Post 12157818)
I'm wondering if there has been any change in the past 12 months regarding the comparison of life in the Greek and Turkish parts of the Island. I'd be grateful for any comments. Thanks.
We often visit the TRNC and also find them to be friendly there as well. We do however prefer the Southern side. |
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Originally Posted by themajor
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..... as long as they are not the larger lout types. ....
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Originally Posted by Pulaski
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So being a little loutish is tolerated? :unsure:
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We have been coming to TRNC for about 17 years on holiday, and after about 5 years we decided to buy a property here. Now 12 years on we still love the place, and have now lived here for nearly 3 years full time. We do cross the border to go south every now and then and yes it is different up in the north, but the pace of life seems a lot slower and more relaxed. It is also cheaper in the north to eat and drink out. As for the
Turkish army being on guard all over the place, well lets just say maybe a few years ago but not now. There are fewer army camps now than there was a few years ago. There are good and bad points for both the north and the south, so I think you should come and see both sides before you take the plunge. |
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