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Bahçeli, North Cyprus: property and living guide

Bahçeli (Kalograia) is in North Cyprus, east of Esentepe (Agios Amvrosios) on the northern slope of the mountains; it is the easternmost village in this guide and falls within Çatalköy-Esentepe municipality. Antiphonitis Church, on the edge of the village, dates from the late 12th or early 13th century.

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Reviewed by: Onur Dokuzoğlu, architect · Updated: 13 November 2026

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Bahçeli

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From Bahçeli to Kyrenia

Kyrenia Castle is 33 kilometres away by road, and Google Maps gives a driving time of 51 minutes (Friday 13 November 2026 at 18.05).

Schools and healthcare in Bahçeli

Esentepe has a state primary school and a health centre. The Ministry of National Education sets the catchment area for school enrolment.

Antiphonitis Church and Bahçeli

Antiphonitis Church, Bahçeli

The church stands on the edge of Bahçeli village and dates from the late 12th or early 13th century; the narthex and south portico were added in the 14th–15th centuries. Inside are layers of frescoes from two different periods. It is built on an eight-support plan, a type of church of which few examples survive. Visiting hours are announced by the Department of Antiquities and Museums.

The village's old name, Kalograia, is Greek for "nun". The Kalograia–Ardana formation in the geology of the Kyrenia (Girne) range is named after the village. The 2011 census recorded 388 people in Bahçeli.

The area and neighbouring places

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Bahçeli from Kyrenia?

It is 33 kilometres by road to Kyrenia Castle.

Where is Antiphonitis Church?

On the mountainside, at the edge of Bahçeli village.

What was Bahçeli's former name?

Kalograia. The village has been called Bahçeli since 1975.

Sources and check dates

Prices and listing counts come from Evlek listings. Distances and travel times come from Google Maps. Sources for other information, and the dates they were checked, are listed below.

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