Route through northern Cyprus

You can pray to Allah under the elegant gothic cathedral ceiling perfectly preserved? Yes: such an exercise of syncretism is possible in Gazimagusa. A name of Turkish origin who does not lead to a far eastern place, but a European state, though not internationally recognized. Specifically one of its major cities, known more by his greek name of Famagusta and is undoubtedly the most picturesque of Northern Cyprus.

After passing through the suburbs of this lively city of about 45,000 inhabitants, one reaches the heart, which is instead a haven of peace: the walled city. A good approach is to explore, from height to height (there are 15 in total), these walls nine feet wide. Everything is in the foothills of the wall: from churches all orders to a football field, from a tavern installed in an old warehouse cannonballs at a spectacular castle called Othello and is living there, according to legend, the character that have inspired Shakespeare's famous play, the governor of Cyprus Cristoforo Moro, who murdered his wife out of jealousy.

With its terraces where counted tourists mingle with locals who perpetually drink tea, gentle Cathedral Square seems a cultural compendium of Famagusta. The monitors a sycamore old man who, according to tradition, the church building is contemporary. Near the cathedral, an ancient well preserved madrasa has been transformed into a more secular restaurant. While the other side of the square, a magnificent triple arch recalls that these parts were also the Venetians, who built a palace here. But you have to be forced to leave behind this captivating place to wander the streets of an old town with rural charm, almost numb, where houses over two floors are prohibited.

As much as we are here in Muslim lands, the ride becomes a yinkana between Christian churches. They come in all orders and for everyone: Church of the Templars, the Hospitallers, the Nestorians, Armenians, the Carmelites, the Orthodox. If many seem imposing from outside is, however, in most cases, simple empty shells.

Super plants that can save the planet

Plants are living and among other functions, are a source of food, shelter,

oxygen, etc. We present seven super plants for its amazing features
that can help save the planet and are also the most common in the
world.

Seaweed

From single cell to giant kelp over 100 feet in length have a rapid growth
rate that has become a focus of biological research. They grow so
fast that their crops are weekly and not annual.

Some are edible and contain nutrients that have few crops, others function
as organic fertilizer and some species even serve as biological
filters for wastewater. Seaweed can grow in salty, shallow water, and
its potential is comparable to fuel oil, 15,000 km2 of algae could
supply the fuel needs of the United States.

Azolla

The Azolla is a small floating fern that develops in the wetlands around
the world. A single fern Azolla measures less than an inch, but their
growth rate is one of the fastest in the world, doubling in size
every two days in hot water from the surface. This trick has a
scientific explanation and is made possible by its ability to absorb
nitrogen from the atmosphere, which makes it a natural fertilizer for
immediate action.

The azolla serves as a kind of organic fertilizer, bio-energy source and
sustainable alternative livestock feeding replacing corn or soybeans.
Growth is also studied to develop a carbon sequestration technique.

Perennial
Wheat

Since cereals are part of the staple diet of millions of people worldwide,
annual crops require large amounts of water, fertilizers, including
pesticides and herbicides. The work of these crops planted annually
erodes the soil, so some years working in a variety of perennial
wheat called Kernza to replace the annual wheat and soil is used more
efficiently, which would give a higher yield of food.

Cyprus, Traditions and culture

People in Cyprus are very friendly with foreigners both inside and outside of the resorts. Most inhabitants speak Greek, but have no problems speaking English because they were British colony until 1960. 

On the other hand, orthodox religion is an important part of his life. Fasts are common, and statutory holidays on days like the Orthodox Easter (April) or the day of Epiphany (January 6). However, no matter what your creed, what they value most is respect. 

Cyprus is a country where many cultures have passed. Test to it are their traditions. For example, the Kataklysmos whose date varies between May and June-Orthodox is a holiday that celebrates the day of the holy spirit. During this day people bathe in the coast of the island. The custom comes from the Greek times, when the birth of Aphrodite on the shores of Cyprus recalled. On the other hand, the national dances as sousta has influences of Crete, Greece syrtos, and Zeibekiko Turkey. 

Social conventions are more formal, but very similar to Western. The greeting can give you a handshake, but it is customary to look down as a sign of respect. Always let the host will present. Remember that before you can use the first name of someone, that person must give you permission. When you leave a meeting you must say goodbye to everyone individually. 

Do not forget that it's rude not to accept coffee or soda when you are invited. No-and bring a gift is wine or pasteles- can leave evil in the hosts. Talking about the Turkish Cypriot conflict is a bad idea. If you drive, avoid touching the horn: Cypriots do nap from 1 to 4 pm.