Cyprus
Cyprus is a gloriously beautiful Mediterranean island, covered with legends and myths, breathing history and it is surrounded by marvellous nature. The island is located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa. The Island was visited by many civilizations such as: the Phoenicians and Assyrians, Persians and Egyptians, Romans and Crusaders, Byzantines and Venetians, the Turks and the British. But its inhabitants have always managed to preserve their identities. Cyprus is the only country in the world, whose capital is divided into two areas, the Turkish & the Cypriot. That was a result of the occupation of Northern Cyprus by Turkish aggressors in 1974.
The Island developed a network of four-lane road linking all main cities of Cyprus - the capital Nicosia, Limasol, Larnaca and Paphos. In foreign policy, the Government of the Republic of Cyprus adheres to the policy of non-alignment to the military and political blocs. The Republic of Cyprus is a member of the United Nations (1960), the Non-Aligned Movement (1960), the Council of Europe (1961), and the British Commonwealth of Nations (1961). Now Cyprus is also a member of the European Union (2004). Official languages of Cyprus are Greek and Turkish. English is a widely spoken language and there is also increased knowledge and use of French and German languages. Cyprus has sufficiently a large Russian community; therefore, Russian language is becoming more popular.
Cyprus is an ideal place to stay. The weather is most of the times clear & sunny. This small island concentrates many beautiful places. Troodos Mountains are covered with magnificent pine forests, olive and citrus groves, vineyards and wild nooks, quiet village with charming houses in the traditional style that witness more than nine thousand years of hectic history. All this richness and beauty border are combined with the sun-drenched sandy beaches and turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Modern cities and first-class hotels with a high level of service are together with the traditional flow of life in the villages.
Most of the famous five, four and three-star hotels in Cyprus are near the sea side and are ready to offer you splendid holiday in Cyprus. Cypriots are invariably welcoming and open to other people and show incredible friendliness towards their guests. Those wishing to relax actively will not be bored either day or night. Fitness enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of sports, such as diving, windsurfing, horseback riding, cycling, tennis, golf, air sports and even skiing.
Gastronomy and viniculture have a long tradition in Cyprus. Greek inherently, Greek Cypriot cuisine offers several culinary delights of centuries’ recipes. These are the freshest vegetables, famous halloumi cheese and unique local snacks, as well as goat meat on a skewer, stewed meat kleftiko, sheftali meat balls and fish meze, but for dessert is the original sweets, mountain honey and juicy fruit. You can enjoy this plentiful table slowly, in a good company of friends and with a glass of rough Cyprus wine Commandaria.
