Did you know Cyprus once had a railway system?
Established in 1905 under British colonial rule, the Cyprus Government Railway primarily served the mining industry, transporting copper ore to ports for export across a 122-kilometer network.
Despite its World War II importance, financial constraints led to its closure in 1951. Today, remnants serve as historical landmarks, showcasing Cyprus’s industrial past.
Explore Nicosia’s hidden gems and rich history before diving into this week’s Campus Insider for updates on the capital’s largest university!
📷Colourised photos of Cyprus
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Posted by Plouka_97
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A beautiful photo.
I wish we still had a train network though.
Bring back trains!!!
Lol, do we have to colonise Cyprus to provide it with basic infrastructure? Clearly it is unable to do it on its own
Bring back the trains. Cars are ruining our country
Was it for passengers or for industry only?
Fun fact one of the carriages sits abandoned in the BZ close to Agiou Dometiou crossing.
Bring back a train line starting from Pegeia and ending to Nicosia