Conference Venue

Cyprus is the third biggest island in the Mediterranean and has a special geographical location with its proximity to Europe, Asia and Africa. The University is in Gazimagusa (Famagusta), the second largest city in Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). It is a town rich in history, culture and art. The 35.000 inhabitants of town welcome students from all over the world. The town offers a wide selection of accommodation, shops, restaurants and cafes to the convenience of students. Gazimagusa is also a city by the coastline and have beautiful Mediterranean beaches. The campus is only 3 km. away from the town center and frequent bus services are available to and from campus. Eastern Mediterranean University has a beautiful campus and offers education in a comfortable, quite and secure environment.

Gazimağusa (Famagusta) is the second largest city in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). It is a town rich in history and culture and bears the marks of civilizations such as the Assyrians, Greeks, Persians, Romans, Byzantines, Lusignans, Venetians, and Ottomans. Those interested in history will enjoy visiting the walled town of Famagusta and hearing about the Ottoman siege of the then Venetian city. The town offers a wide selection of shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes visited by a large student population.

How to Reach the Conference Venue?

There are regular flights from the major cities in Turkey (Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Adana, Antalya) to TRNC that only take between 75 to 45 minutes journey time. Ercan International Airport (ECN) is a 30 minute drive to campus. It is also possible to reach Gazimagusa or Girne (in TRNC) via ferries from Mersin and Antalya Harbours (in Turkey).

Rauf Raif Denktas Culture and Congress Center

Rauf Raif Denktas Culture and Congress Center is located in the north part of the university campus, 500 meters away from the beach and next to EMU Beach Club in Famagusta. The building was inaugurated on 18 February 2013.

The building houses convention and conference rooms, exhibition halls, museums and art workshops. With a closed area of 5,700 square meters and a capacity seating up to 846 people, the building is the biggest culture and congress center throughout the region. The building also houses 8 conference and meeting rooms.

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