shacolas tower museum & observatory

Toby_Muc

I wouldn't call it a museum but maybe more an observation area to have a great view of Nicosia.There are some screens explaining some important landmarks and in the middle there is a movie showing the history of Nicosia.Well like I stated in the headline, if I had expected a museum I probably would have been disappointed. But I came for the view and this does never disappoint.

Travel_Whizz

By far one of the better attractions in Nicosia.Great 360o view of both the Greek and Turkish parts of Nicosia city.Lots of interactive tools: video, timeline, photos, touch screen map; that provides historical information about Nicosia.Excellent photo opportunity and only 2 euros!

christosPashiardis

Ok, a shopping mall. a decent place to have a coffeee nothing else and nothing special...and I am sorry I did not see any museum there...

Lorrifloss

Great to overlook the city and read some history. In the center of town but you only need an hour up there

599mindaugasj

Great place to visit. Only 2 Euros per person is really worth it. Great views and short history of Cyprus is presented, if you don't have all day to visit museums, this is the No.1 place to see in Nicosia.

F11PSY

Probably one of the best views of the city? You access the tower, which is also a great landmark for bearings, via Debenhams. The observatory is on the 11th floor and costs €2 to enter. You get a 360 view of the city, and can see the Turkish side and mountains with the Turkish flag cut into the side of the hills.There are diagrams and points of interest marked out and a video to watch which shows the history of the city. Worth a couple of Euro and 30 mins! A free view is from the Debenhams cafe on the 5th floor. It's not 360 but it's good. And the cafe is good value too.

jmcinnisnicholls

you can see for miles from the tower, making for great photos and panoramas for your holiday snaps.its only €2 to get in and there are interactive maps with information and a short movie too.a cheap stop whilst your shopping.

TravelTrax1

Take the lift to the top floor of the tower. Entrance is to the right of Debenhams store where there are some great aerial photos of the city. Once on the 11th floor, there is a €2 entrance fee and inside there is a 360 view. There are interactive touch screens under each window, so you just touch on what you are looking at and the information is displayed, very good. There is also much information on other historical aspects and a small shop. The staff were also very helpful, Suggest this is a good place to start your visit.

Arindam30

Ticket is 2 Euro.Best part are the touch-screen displays below the viewing windows. It has inscription of the key places of the city that you can see from the tower, even the Turkish part.You see a big building, touch the same building picture on the touch-screen panel and bingo, the description comes.It also has a merchandise section.

Blackgate1

The view is spectacular, though the fact its at the top of a Debenhams disturbed me a bit. Plus, you technically dont have to pay the entrance fee if you just want the view, as there's an open window right before you go in. There's some interesting history, but it wasn't spectacular

Superkatt

In my opinion it can be very interesting to visit the Ledra museum-observatory on the 11th floor of Shacolas Tower / Debenhams Building (address is Ledra 171), and see whole Lefkosia/Nikosia from above (see pictures attached). Museum shows and explains a lot about Lefkosia/Nikosias history. A visit to Lefkosia is not complete without seeing this museum.

AduPT

Great views of the entire city, amazing image of the Turkish flag on the mountain behind, a few info about places around and a small, small price.Really worth the visit!

362irinan

The only place in the city to observe all of the old town including the main attractions of the Northern part. Good interactive guides and a souvenir shop. On top of that the entrance is really cheap - 2 euros. A good place to start your Nicosia experience.

elenisc

It is a really nice place to visit. it provides with a quick history of Nicosia and a rare panoramic view.

adamcreen

Only €2, just go through a door to the right of Debenhams on Ledra and take the lift to the 11th floor. There are all-round views, display panels and touchscreens, and photos from the last 100 years on display. Refreshingly there is plenty of info on the sights in the Northern part of the city, and computer 3D models of some of the most impressive buildings. A bargain!