Welcome to the island of infinite possibilities. Cyprus is a spectacular and beautiful island located in the far Eastern Mediterranean. It is 9250 sq km, and the third largest island after Sicily and Sardinia of the Mediterranean. It stretches 240 km from east to west and 96 km from north to south. With a population of approximately 750,000, from Greek origin and a tourist population of approximately 2.7 million visiting the island each year.
The history and mythology of Cyprus have together created a country rich in culture and with many traditions. The Romans, the Greek’s, and the British have all influenced this island.
Cyprus is an Island of incredible natural beauty and the birthplace of Aphrodite the legendary goddess of love. From Sandy warm beaches, charming villages, citrus and olive groves, lofty forests of pine and cedar, cool mountains, cosmopolitan towns with modern shops, luxurious hotels, bars, restaurants and nightlife, to temples, churches and historic monuments, Cyprus has it all.
Most important of all the people are friendly, crime level is very low giving peace of mind and security in all aspects,
There are two international airports in Cyprus one in Larnaca and the other in Paphos.
The distinct British influence means, that English is widely spoken and driving is on the same side of the road as the UK.
Weather
Summers start in May and end in October with an average of 11 hours of sunshine every day.
Cooler months of December and January enjoy 6 hours of sunshine per day and temperature rarely falls below 12 degrees centigrade.
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The Cyprus monthly average temperature in degrees centigrade
| January |
15° |
July |
33° |
| February |
17° |
August |
35° |
| March |
21° |
September |
30° |
| April |
24° |
October |
26° |
| May |
27° |
November |
23° |
| June |
30° |
December |
17° | |
