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Geography
and Population
Cyprus is the third largest Mediterranean
island with a total area of 3,572 square miles (9,251 sq.km). It is situated
between three continents at the crossroads of one of the most ancient and
traditional sea routes of the world and is at a flying distance of less
than three hours from the heart of Europe. This strategic location of the
island has played an important role in its continuing development into a
financial and tourist centre. The
estimated population of Cyprus is 700,000, 80% of which are Greek Cypriots,
18% Turkish Cypriots, and 2% Armenians, Maronites, British and other European
expatriates. Nicosia is the capital
of the Republic of Cyprus with a population of approximately 210,000. It
is situated roughly in the centre of the island and is the seat of government
and main commercial centre. Limassol
is situated in the south, has 180,000 inhabitants and is the main commercial
port of Cyprus with a booming tourist industry. Larnaca and Paphos are the
third and fourth largest towns respectively with populations of 60,000 and
40,000. The latter two are also tourist resorts and each has an International
Airport. The south-east tip of Cyprus is also an important tourist resort
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Climate
Renowned for its healthy and pleasant climate
Cyprus enjoys dry summers and mild winters. The sun shines for about 340
days each year and the light rainy season is confined to the period between
November and March. There is snow on the mountains usually between the months
of December and March. Visitors to
Cyprus can bask on the sun-drenched beaches, swim in the dazzling blue sea
in the morning and (usualy between December and March) visit the snow covered
Troodos mountains for an afternoon skiing.top
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Government
and Diplomatic Relations
Cyprus has probably the best infrastructure
in the area. The island has two International Airports at Larnaca and Paphos.
An average of 350 scheduled flights per week link Larnaca with more than
50 cities in Europe, Africa and The Middle East.
The island s road network is quite
advanced. Self- driven hire cars, taxis and bus services are widely available.
A modern highway links Nicosia, Limassol and Larnaca and is presently being
extended to cover Paphos and Agia Napa. A
number of shipping lines, clearing and forwarding agents operate in Cyprus.
Limassol and Larnaca provide modern port facilities and bonded warehouses
are available in all towns. A Free Zone is fully operational near Larnaca
and a Free Zone is shortly to become operational in Limassol.
Cyprus offers first class telecommunications
connecting to most countries in the world by direct dial, facsimile and
telex facilities. Local Greek and English
newspapers and magazines as well as all major overseas publications are
distributed daily.There are a number
of local and international banks operating in Cyprus, both on a local and
on an offshore basis. Most of the banks are linked to the Swift service
system. Cyprus enjoys an advanced legal
system based on the British tradition and all other institutions are modelled
on current European standards.Cyprus enjoys a fairly high, European standard
of living, while it remains relatively inexpensive.
Food in Cyprus is excellent and due to the
short distances vegetables, fruit, meat and fish are always fresh and nutritious.Health
treatment in Cyprus is of a high standard and there are many government
hospitals and private clinics with competent specialists in all medical
fields equipped with modern medical equipment.Cyprus
provides junior and secondary education to Greek, English, French, Italian
and Arabic speaking pupils. Several English schools are in operation in
all major towns. The country occupies one of the highest places internationally
in terms of third level university students.top
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