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MV Città di Alessandria (Karpaz Wreck)

Cape Apostolos Andreas, Karpaz Peninsula, Cyprus

Broken cargo wreck near the northeastern tip of Cyprus. Formerly Christiane Schulte; lost in February 1972. Exterior exploration is within recreational depths, subject to conditions.

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Featured Hero Photograph

Original AI artwork: approximate historical conception of MV Città di Alessandria, formerly Christiane Schulte, afloat before her loss.
Original AI-generated artwork — approximate historical conception of the vessel afloat before sinking. Not a historical photograph or an authenticated reconstruction; configuration, colors and details are interpretive.Naturally Buoyant Media — original AI-generated historical conception · Original AI-generated artwork commissioned for Naturally Buoyant Media; no historical photograph reproduced.
WaterMarine
AccessBoat
ExperienceRecreational exterior diving within training and local conditions; penetration requires specialist wreck training.
Maximum depthReported maximum 16.1 m / approximately 53 ft; firsthand logged depth, not a surveyed limit.
Best seasonSeasonal details pending
VisibilityVisibility varies

Aquatic life at this dive site

What divers may encounter

Three reviewed connections are featured here. Sightings vary by season, conditions, and chance, so they are never guaranteed.

Common Lionfish (Pterois miles) — photograph
Regional comparison — species unconfirmed

Common Lionfish

Pterois miles

The article reports this animal group, not a confirmed species. This Cyprus-region species is a possible match. Photo is representative and was taken elsewhere.

Paolo Gamba

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Redcoat Squirrelfish (Sargocentron rubrum) — photograph
Regional comparison — species unconfirmed

Redcoat Squirrelfish

Sargocentron rubrum

The article reports soldierfish broadly. This related squirrelfish is a regional comparison, not a verified wreck identification. Representative photo taken elsewhere.

Szilas

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Dusky Spinefoot (Rabbitfish) (Siganus luridus) — photograph
Regional comparison — species unconfirmed

Dusky Spinefoot (Rabbitfish)

Siganus luridus

The article reports this animal group, not a confirmed species. This Cyprus-region species is a possible match. Photo is representative and was taken elsewhere.

Roban Kramer

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Site media

Photographs

Three views rotate from the published gallery on each visit.
Original AI-generated artist interpretation of the Karpaz cargo wreck in shallow Mediterranean water.
Original AI-generated artwork — artist’s interpretation of MV Città di Alessandria (Karpaz Wreck). Conceptual illustration, not a photograph or a surveyed reconstruction.Naturally Buoyant Media — original AI-generated artwork · Original AI-generated artwork created for Naturally Buoyant Media; no third-party photograph reproduced.
Illustrated scuba diver reserved for a future dive-site photograph
Dive Photograph PlaceholderDive-site photograph pending
Illustrated scuba diver reserved for a future dive-site photograph
Dive Photograph PlaceholderDive-site photograph pending

Contributor media

Dive videos

Three featured video positions are reserved on every profile.
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Recent field observations

Diver-reported temperatures

Automatically checked observations from dives during the past 14 days. Three reports are visible at a time; scroll for more.
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No recent diver reports from the past 14 days

A report that passes the automatic checks will appear here with the dive date, diver’s display name, and temperatures at each depth.

Reports are automatically checked for plausible dates, depths, and temperatures. They are observations, not forecasts; confirm conditions before diving.

Diver field observation

Report temperatures

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Depth readings

Why divers know this place

Highlights

Stern on its starboard side, scattered machinery and a prominent anchor. Reported sightings include lionfish, soldierfish, rabbitfish, sea urchins and sea hare.

Shipwreck-only module

The wreck

This section appears only on shipwreck records and brings the vessel, its loss, present condition, access, and responsible wreck-diving considerations into one place.

Vessel type
Cargo ship

Before you arrive

Access notes

Remote site; arrange access and conditions assessment with a local operator. Diveshack organised the author’s visits; current availability unconfirmed.

Plan within your training

Conditions and hazards

Sharp metal, unstable wreckage and overhead spaces. Avoid entry without appropriate wreck training and equipment.

Independent resource notice

This record is a starting point for independent verification. Access, closures, moorings, weather, currents, depth, visibility, operator availability, and site conditions can change without notice. Confirm current information with the responsible operator, property owner, managing authority, or another qualified local source before planning or attempting a dive.