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In this first episode of Sesta, Meltem Burak talks about Saint Nicholas Cathedral/Lala Mustafa Paşa Cami which is one of the most important cultural heritage sites in Famagusta and Cyprus. She explains the architectural and political meanings of the building, and its historical significance. Also, she elaborates on the contemporary meaning of the centuries old gothic mosque for present-day Cyprus, from a personal standpoint, as a person from Famagusta.
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Saint Nicholas Cathedral / Lala Mustafa Paşa Camii in Famagusta, Cyprus (Photo taken from Wikipedia)
References
http://www.ecotourismcyprus.com/about-us/protecting-local-heritage.html
https://theconversation.com/hidden-women-of-history-caterina-cornaro-the-last-queen-of-cyprus-108495
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