Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots attended a joint church service in Famagusta on Sunday

Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots attended a joint church service at Ayios Giorgios Exorinos in Famagusta, north Cyprus on Sunday.

It was the first time Greek Cypriot churchgoers were able to cross through the Dherynia crossing, to get to the church, report Cyprus Mail.

The crossing point was opened in November. 

Before now, they had to travel an extra 40 minutes to get there through another crossing. 

Dherynia is only two kilometres from Famagusta. The crossing point, located at Famagusta Avenue, leads straight into the town.

Along with Turkish Cypriots involved in bicommunal organisations, and officials, the service was attended by Disy leader Averof Neophytou and Famagusta Mayor Alexis Galanos, according to CNA.

Cyprus Mail