Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, after Sicily and Turkey. This country is European and is a member of the European Union despite of being so closed to the Middle East.

 

In Cyprus, you can have culture, history, sun and sea. This spectacular island is recognized for its beaches and nightlife. But here we can also enjoy amazing beautiful small mountains, isolated monasteries and astonishing sceneries.  

 

 

REASONS TO GO

 

The numerous archaeological and antiquities sites and marks all over the island.

 

The blue and beautiful coastline of the island.

 

Transparent and warm waters make Cyprus ideal for diving.

 

 

GOOD TO KNOW

 

Capital: Nicosia 

Language: Greek and Turkish

Population: 1.054.400

Area: 9.250 sq km (of which 3,355 sq km are in the Turkish Cypriot area) 

Electricity: 230V/50Hz

Calling Code: +357 

Currency: euro

Time Zone: GMT +2 

 

 

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

 

January 1st - New Year's Day

January 6th - Epiphany Day

March 25th - Greek National Day

April 1st - National Anniversary Day

May 1st - Labour Day

August 15th - Assumption of the Virgin Mary

October 1st - Cyprus Independence Day

October 28th - Greek National Anniversary Day

December 24th - Christmas Eve

December 25th - Christmas Day

December 26th - Boxing Day

OTHER HOLIDAYS: Green Monday (50 Days before Greek Orthodox Easter), Good Friday (Greek Orthodox Church), Easter Monday (Greek Orthodox Church), Pentecost - Kataklysmos (Festival of the Flood)

 

 

INFO

 

www.visitcyprus.com