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KARAVAS, KYRENIA DISTRICT, CYPRUS
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VILLAGE IN CYPRUS,
OCCUPIED ILLEGALLY BY THE TURKISH
ARMY
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TURKISH STATE TERRORISM AGAINST
CYPRUS SINCE 1974
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Karavas
was captured by the Turkish
army after Turkey attacked CYPRUS July 20, 1974. Karavas was captured during the
second Turkish invasion with code name "ATTILA 2", and after fierce
battles that took place on August 6-8 1974. The Turkish army first surrounded
both Karavas, as well as Lapithos
(Ancient Greek Lambousa) and attacked with full force and with no
prior provocation. The Turkish attacks ALWAYS began
AFTER a cease-fire agreement was agreed and signed.
Click on map to see the
location of Karavas, on the north coast of Cyprus.
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Agios Evlalios
Greek Orthodox Church and Acheropiitos Greek Orthodox Monastery in
occupied Karavas.
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| Another panoramic photo of
the small fishing boats harbor of Karavas. You can also see Greek Orthodox
Church of Agios (Saint) Evlalios as well as the Greek Orthodox Monastery
of Achiropiitos. In the far horizon you can see Lapithos,
and Mount Pentadactylos.
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Occupied
ILLEGALLY by Turkish Troops since 1974 |
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Greek
Orthodox Church of Panayia Euaggelistria in occupied Karavas, Kyrenia, CYPRUS.
Panayia's Church is in the center of Karavas village, while on the far horizon
you can see the MARE MONTE beach and Hotel and the beautiful Kyrenian sea.
Click to
enlarge.
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1974
TURKISH INVASION |
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the 1974 barbaric Turkish invasion, Karavas and Lapithos
villages were defended by 74 soldiers of the Karavas 256 Infantry Regiment
of the Cyprus National Guard and with light infantry weapons mainly Mauser
1899. The Turks, after surrounding both Lapithos
and Karavas from 3 sides, attacked the morning of Tuesday August 6 1974
deploying full force of their 28th division. This division consisted of
the 61st, and 23rd infantry regiments, a commando regiment, an amphibious
commando regiment, a tank unit of 30 tanks +3 tanks from the 39th
division, 2 artillery units of 105mm and 7,5/18 cannons, and of course the
Navy that was bombarding the two villages from the sea. |
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Despite their
heroic defense in meeting the first wave of attacks, and the heavy casualties
that they inflicted to the Turkish army, it was just impossible to hold the line
for long. By noon, they received orders to retreat to Babylas - Vasilia defense
lines.
After that
development, ALL Greek Cypriots inhabitants were forced out of Karavas by
Turkish military forces and are now refugees in their own country.
GREEK LAWFUL
INHABITANTS NEVER FORGET, and wait for the holy day of RETURN.
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| The beautiful beach at
"Pente Mili" in Karavas Kyrenia. "Pente Mili" (means
the 5th -fifth- mile west of the town of Kyrenia. It was one of the most
beautiful beaches in Cyprus. This photo was taken before the 1974 Turkish
invasion against Cyprus, and shows peaceful times swimming and sunbathing.
The 1974
Turkish invasion against Cyprus was carried out at this beach after
heavy bombardments by the Turkish air force.
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Occupied
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| Occupied Karavas Harbor,
also known as "Ammati". Karavas village formed after some people
from Lapithos,
moved near the sea for shipping and fishing. The name Karavas is Greek and
means 'Karavi'=boat=ship. This photo was taken from Panayia Achiropoiitos
Greek Orthodox Monastery and Lambousa School. In the far Horizon South and
West you can see Mount Pentadactylos and Lapithos village.
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Ayios (Saint) Evlalios Greek Orthodox
chapel in now occupied Karavas, Kyrenia, CYPRUS. Ayios (Saint) Evlalios
helps those with Speech problems. The church is now used by the Turkish
army as ammunitions depot for the needs of their occupation army stationed
in Cyprus. Recent information reveal that the chapel might have been
demolished due to lack of repairs.
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The Greek-Cypriot own "MARE
MONTE" Hotel in occupied Karavas. During the 1974 barbaric Turkish
invasion, it was captured by Turkish Troops and transformed into a
military Command post, and a prison.
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"ANEMOMYLOS" (Windmill)
restaurant. 6 Mile Point west of Kyrenia, at Karavas village occupied by
barbarian Turkish troops since 1974.
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Occupied
ILLEGALLY by Turkish Troops since 1974
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Ayios (Saint) Evlalios Greek Orthodox
chapel in now occupied Karavas, Kyrenia, CYPRUS. Ayios (Saint) Evlalios
helps those with Speech problems. Karavas village has been under ILLEGAL
Turkish Military Occupation
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House in Karavas Kyrenia, Cyprus,
preparing the traditional clothes of the wedding. Karavas and Lapithos
were famous for the production of silk, and lemons.
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Occupied Karavas and Lapithos villages
in Kyrenia district CYPRUS. In the map you can see Karavas Harbor "Ammati",
Ayios (Saint) Evlalios Greek Orthodox Chapel, the Ancient sites of Lambousa,
Panayia Achiropoiitos Greek Orthodox Monastery.
KARAVAS REFUGEES ASSOCIATION PUBLICATIONS
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| Karavas Refugees
Association - First Periodical 1989
Panoramic photo of occupied Karavas in occupied
part of Cyprus. In the Small Photo the Harbor of Karavas - "Ammati",
and Ayios (Saint) Evlalios, and further west is Lapithos.
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Karavas Refugees
Association - Third Periodical 1991
The Greek-Cypriot own "MARE MONTE"
Hotel. During the 1974 barbaric Turkish invasion, it was captured by
Turkish Troops and transformed into a military Command post, and a prison.
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Occupied Karavas and the Western part of Kyrenia
district in Cyprus. Occupied ILLEGALLY by Turkey since 1974.
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