Cyprus - Cypern

Cyprus is a country that is geographically located in both Europe and Asia.

Planning before the trip

To take with you to Cyprus

To bring with you from Cyprus

Facts about Cyprus

History

In 1960, Cyprus became an independent state after being under British rule. In 1974, the Turks invaded the northern part of the island, and the occupation continued unabated, leading to strained relations between Turks and Greeks.

The locals

85% of the inhabitants are Greek Cypriots and 12% are Turkish Cypriots. There are also a minority of Armenians and Maronites in the country.

Climate

The climate in Cyprus is typically Mediterranean. The sun shines almost all year round. The rain that comes falls mostly in the winter.

Holidays

Regions

Cities

The capital of Cyprus is Nicosia, also known as Lefkosia (Turkish). It is located by the Pedieos watercourse in the middle of the island. Just over 200,000 people live here and the city is divided into a Greek Cypriot and a Turkish Cypriot part. The city houses a variety of historical sites and museums.

Getting to Cyprus

Flights are the way to get to Cyprus. There are direct charter flights from Sweden.

There is a ferry line from Turkey to Northern Cyprus. Boats from Greece run more sporadically and take about 12 hours from Rhodes and 24 hours from Athens.

There is no fixed link. You can take a ferry line.

Relocation in Cyprus

You drive on the left side of the roads.

Payment

The currency is the Euro.

Accommodation

Ayia Napa is very popular among Scandinavians along with Fig tree bay and the range of hotels is large.

Food and drinks

To see

To do

Work

Communication

The three main languages ​​in the country are Greek in the southern parts, Turkish in the northern parts and English which most people speak as a second language.

Security

Respect

If you are going to visit a church or a monastery, you should cover your shoulders and knees. Feel free to give a gift, it is appreciated and 2-4 euros is usually a good amount. Feel free to ask about permission - monasteries often have special access rules.

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