April 15, 2025

Cyprus

Cyprus is an island country located in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. It is the third-largest island in the Mediterranean and has a diverse cultural heritage influenced by various civilizations over centuries. The country is known for its strategic geographic position, which has historically made it a crossroads of trade and various cultures. Cyprus is divided politically along ethnic lines between the Greek Cypriot south and the Turkish Cypriot north since the Turkish invasion in 1974 following a coup attempt aimed at uniting the island with Greece. The Republic of Cyprus is internationally recognized, while the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus is recognized only by Turkey. The island has a rich history, renowned archaeological sites, beautiful landscapes, and a Mediterranean climate, making it a popular destination for tourists. The official languages are Greek and Turkish, and the currency is the Euro.