Cyprus is a modern country that effortlessly marries European culture with ancient enchantment. Here you will discover a compact world of alluring beaches and fragrant mountain peaks, vineyards studded with olive trees and ancient ruins that stir the imagination, citrus groves and old stone villages where sweet wine flows as freely as conversations at the local café. A carefree place where a sense of timelessness is magnified by the kindness of the people.

Climate:

Cyprus enjoys one of the healthiest climates in the world with pollution free atmosphere and plenty of sunshine. Mean temperatures range from 8°C (42°F) in December to 35°C (96°F) in August.

Population:

The official population of the island is 754.800, of which approximately 84% are Greek Cypriots, 12% Turkish Cypriots, 1% are small minorities (Maronites, Armenians, Latins) and 3% foreign residents and workers. Greek and Turkish are the official languages. English is widely spoken, French and German are also spoken though not as widely as English.

Capital:

Nicosia is a friendly, cosmopolitan and culturally rich city. The historic past brilliantly blends into the modern-day city. The old city is enclosed by the 16th century Venetian walls and contains museums, ancient churches, medieval buildings, and a pedestrian shopping centre. The modern city has grown around the old walled city, and here, luxury hotels and restaurants, conference centres, modern shops and wide streets, give the capital a cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Religion:

Greek Orthodox 78%, Muslim 18%, Maronite, Armenian Apostolic, and other 4%

Language:

Greek, Turkish, English

Currency:

Cypriot pound

Electricity:

Electrical current is 240 volts, 50Hz. The UK-style three square-pin plugs are used.