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Bellapais Abbey, 1965

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3018H/7

Scope and Contents

228 x 171 mm. The caption on the reverse of the photograph reads: 'The most beautiful of medieval monuments in Cyprus. It was founded late in the 13th century and got its name from 'Abbaye de la Paix' (Abbey of Peace). Superbly situated on a rock escarpment half way up the Kyrenia mountains, it commands magnificent views over much of the Kyrenia coast. In this picture Cypriot girls in national costumes dance in front of the cloister'.

Dates

  • Creation: 1965

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Fonds:

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Language of Materials

English

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

Good condition.

General

SG.

Date information

DateText: The date is approximate..

Finding aid date

2003-04-03 10:10:24+00:00

Includes index.

Repository Details

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