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Cyprus

History

London-Zürich Agreements set new terms for sovereignty or administration.
Independence proclaimed marked a key step in Cyprus' path toward modern sovereignty.
Independence Day commemorates the formal break that shaped modern Cyprus.
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CapitalNicosia
Population1.4M
Area9,251 km2
Currencyeuro

Short facts

RegionEastern Mediterranean
LanguageGreek, Turkish
Time zoneEET (UTC+2)
Drives onLeft

Worth seeing

  • Aphrodite's Rock: Sea-stack off the coast where the goddess of love was said to be born.
  • Paphos Mosaics: Roman-era mosaics in a coastal UNESCO archaeological park.
  • Troodos Villages: Mountain villages with Byzantine churches, vineyards and cool summer air.

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Planning questions

What is Cyprus known for?Aphrodite's Rock, Paphos Mosaics, Troodos Villages.
What is the capital?Nicosia.
Which language is useful?Greek, Turkish.
When is the national day?1 October.

Upcoming events

Cyprus Independence Day thumbnailCyprus Independence Day1 Oct 2026 · Cyprus

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Food & drink

Halloumi thumbnailHalloumiSignature dishCommandaria thumbnailCommandariaLocal drink

Known for

Aphrodite's RockPaphos MosaicsTroodos VillagesMountain villagesByzantine churchesvineyardscool summer air.
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