Island in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. Neighboring countries

Island in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. Neighboring countries include Syria and Lebanon to the east, Israel to the southeast, Egypt to the south, and Greece to the north-west side. Its geographical position, between Europe, Western Asia and Northern Africa often attracted various conquerors. Cyprus

Population:1 000 000 Cities: Nicosia, Limassol, Paphos, Larnaca, Famagusta, Kyrenia. Area: 9, 251 Km² Government: Presidential republic Official language: Greek Member of the European Union. Currency: Euro (€) The majority of the inhabitants are dealing with tourism. Some of the inhabitants are occupied in agricultural and veterinarian activities. Cyprus

Nicosia It is the capital of the island. Its population amounts to 500 000 inhabitants. It is the seat of government, as well as the main business centre. Nicosia is the only capital in the world which is still divided. Cyprus cities

Limassol It is the second largest town. It is in the south of the island. Its population amounts to 228 900 inhabitants. It is Cyprus main commercial port and an important tourist resort. It was one of the ancient kingdoms of Cyprus, named Amathounta. Cyprus cities

Paphos Population: 50 000 inhabitants. It is considered to be a popular sea and a fast developing tourist resort. The inhabitants are dealing with tourism and agriculture. Cyprus cities

Larnaca Population: 13 900 inhabitants. It is the major, International Airport of the country. It was one of the ancient kingdoms of Cyprus, named Kition. Cyprus cities

Kyrenia Famagusta Two cities under Turkish occupation. Before 1974, they were important tourists’ resorts due to their ports and hotels. Cyprus cities