Lefkosia (South Nicosia) Practical information

Health & safety

Dangers & annoyances

Lefkosia is a remarkably safe city to walk around. However, the Old City streets, particularly near the Green Line, can appear dingy and threatening at night, and solo women should avoid them. Crossing into the North is allowed only at official checkpoints; you’d be ill-advised to try to cross at any other place. This illegal move would lead to serious trouble.

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While you're there

Medical services

If you need a private doctor or pharmacy, ring 1432. Visiting hours for doctors are normally from 9am to 1pm and 4pm to 7pm. Local newspapers list pharmacies that are open during the night and on weekends and holidays, as well as the names of doctors who are on call out of normal hours.

Lefkosia GeneralHospital (2280 1400; Leoforos Nechrou) West of the Old City.

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