Section of medieval Venetian fortifications(with ancient stone lion at foot) in Famagusta. North Cyprus

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This lion statue ('the Venetian Lion') is on the land side, to the right of the Sea Gate. Local legend states that one night the lion will open its mouth. The person who catches this moment and puts their hand into the lion's mouth will obtain an enormous fortune.

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Size: 3679px × 2563px
Location: Famagusta north Cyprus
Photo credit: © Peter K.Lloyd / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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Keywords: city, cyprus, famagusta, fortifications, fortified, lion, medieval, north, stone, venetian, walls