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Galáta, Cyprus
Nicosia · Cyprus
Galáta is a small town in Nicosia, Cyprus with a population of 679. Elevation: 1,998 ft (609 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
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About Galáta
Galata is a village in the Solea valley, located about 60 km west of the capital Nicosia, at an altitude of 620 m in the Troodos Mountains of Cyprus. It is a popular summer tourist destination for its cooler climate in the summer months. It is also well known on the island for its fruit produce. In Galata there is Panagia tis Podithou, church, which was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 along with nine other Painted Churches in the Troödos Region, because of their unique murals and testimony to the history of Byzantine rule in Cyprus.
People
Climate
| Population | 679 |
| Population Density | 212 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,998 ft (609 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.9970°, 32.8993° |
| Timezone | Asia/Nicosia |
| Country | 🇨🇾 Cyprus |
| State / Province | Nicosia |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.8 inches (783 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Galáta
Galáta is a small town in Cyprus (Nicosia) with a population of 679. The city sits at an elevation of 1,998 feet (609 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Nicosia.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above Cyprus avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,998 ft (609 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 212/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9970°N, 32.8993°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Nicosia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1953 | LEVANTIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 40 | 59 km |
| 1222 | CYPRUS ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 53 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 6.3 in |
Galáta has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 40°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Galáta
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MixFM Cyprus | chillout, pop music | MP3 | |
| KISS FM 89.0 - 88.5 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dance FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rock FM Cyprus | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FEELGOOD.FM | various | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Sfera 102.2 | greek pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Lugaradio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| BFBS Cyprus (GB) | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Ι.Μ. Λεμεσού | christian, christian orthodox | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zucca | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ο Αληθινός Λόγος 93.3 Λευκωσία - Ιερά Αρχιεπισκοπή Κύπρου | christian, christian orthodox | MP3 56 kbps | |
| Super Sport FM | — | MP3 56 kbps | |
| PIK Sat TV | — | AAC,H.264 2443 kbps | |
| Politis 107.6 FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CloudCY Rock | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Active 107.4 | local news, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Klik FM - Paphos | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Galáta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeology and Nature Museum | ||||
| Byzantine Art Museum | ||||
| Byzantine Heritage Museum of Palaiochori | ||||
| Byzantine Museum | ||||
| Comandaria museum | ||||
| Cyprus Railways Museum | ||||
| Cyprus Train Museum | ||||
| Ecclesiastical and Viticulture Museums | ||||
| Ecclesiastical Treasury | ||||
| Eliomylos | ||||
| EOKA Hideout 1955-59 | ||||
| Folk Museum | ||||
| Geological museum | ||||
| Güzelyurt Belediyesi Kültür Evi | ||||
| Güzelyurt Tren İstasyonu Müzesi | ||||
| House of Lavrentios | ||||
| Kykkos Museum | ||||
| Linos | ||||
| Museum of Folk Art | ||||
| Old Olive Mill | ||||
| Oleastro Olive Mill, And Restaurant | ||||
| Science and Technology Center UFO | ||||
| Socrates Traditional House | ||||
| Troodos Geopark | ||||
| Troodos Observatory | ||||
| Wine Press | ||||
| Wine press museum | ||||
| Γεοργικο Μουσείο Φασουλας | ||||
| Εκκλησιαστικο και Λαογραφικο Μουσειο | ||||
| Λαογραφικο Μουσείο "Χριστος Λούης" |
Libraries in Galáta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Fazıl Küçük Eğitim Evi ve Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Güzelyurt Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Κοινοτική βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 |
Hotels in Galáta
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Galáta
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Galáta
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Galáta
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Galáta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bes Lofou Microbrewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Galáta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Galáta
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ercan International Airport | ECN | Large Airport |
| Larnaca International Airport | LCA | Large Airport |
| Paphos International Airport | PFO | Large Airport |
| RAF Akrotiri | AKT | Medium Airport |
| Cyprus Gliding Club | — | Small Airport |
| Kophinou Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Kornos Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Lakatamia Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mammari Aerial Firefighting Base | — | Small Airport |
| Marki Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pınarbaşı Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Unmanned Systems Research Laboratory (USRL) Runway | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Galáta
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ag. Archangelos Michail Church | |
| Ag. Sergios Chapel | |
| Agia Paraskevi | |
| Agia Varvara | |
| Agios Kyriakos Chapel | |
| Agiou Georgiou Church | |
| Agiou Nikolaou Chapel | |
| Archangel Michael Chapel | |
| Chapel of Saint Sozomenou | |
| Church of Saint Marina | |
| Church of Virgin Mary | |
| Panagia Podithou | |
| Panagia Theotokos | |
| Panagia tou Moutoulla | |
| Theoskepasti Chapel | |
| Ιερός Ναός Παναγίας Οδηγήτριας |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Cyprus
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Galáta
What is the population of Galáta?
Galáta has a population of 679 residents and is located in Cyprus. The population density is 212 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Galáta?
Galáta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches.