Cyprus is one of those rare places that has a little bit of everything – an island encircled by white sandy beaches, warm, clear waters and a smattering of palm tree-lined promenades.
It’s a popular destination for both family holidays and quiet breaks, as well as an ideal location for weddings, as the birthplace of the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite.
Cyprus is particularly well-known for its vibrant nightlife in the resort of Ayia Napa, which never fails to draw large crowds throughout the summer months.
Facts about Cyprus
Capital: Nicosia
Languages: Greek, Turkish
Currency: Euro (Turkish Lira in North)
Time Difference: +2hours
Airports: Larnaka (Larnaca) & Pafos (Paphos)
Population: 796,900 (In the Republic, 2008)
Religions: 78% Greek Orthodoxy, 18% Islam
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