Cyprus
An eastern Mediterranean island where Greek and Turkish cultures meet, Cyprus was, according to legend, the birthplace of Aphrodite, the goddess of love.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS â—¢
A white field bearing a copper-orange silhouette of the island above two crossed green olive branches. The copper colour recalls the island's copper ore (and its name), while the olive branches symbolise hoped-for peace between its Greek and Turkish communities.
Cyprus FACTS â—¢
| Capital | Nicosia |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Population | 1,344,976 |
| Area | 9,234 km² |
| Population density | 146 /km² |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) € |
| Official languages | Greek, Modern Greek, Turkish |
| Calling code | +357 |
| Internet TLD | .cy |
| Time zone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Left |
| ISO codes | CY / CYP |
DID YOU KNOW? â—¢
- In Greek mythology, the goddess Aphrodite was said to have risen from the sea off its coast.
- It's the third-largest island in the Mediterranean.
- Its capital, Nicosia, is the last divided capital city in Europe.
- It produces Commandaria, often described as one of the world's oldest named wines still in production.
Cyprus FAQ â—¢
What is the capital of Cyprus?
The capital of Cyprus is Nicosia.
What is the population of Cyprus?
Cyprus has a population of about 1,344,976.
What currency does Cyprus use?
Cyprus uses the Euro (EUR).
What languages are spoken in Cyprus?
The official languages of Cyprus are Greek, Modern Greek, Turkish.
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