Cyprus Travel

Where is Cyprus?

Cyprus is in the Middle East, island in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Turkey.

What is the Capital of Cyprus?

Nicosia, Cyprus.

What is the official language of Cyprus?

The official languages of Cyprus are Greek, Turkish, English .

When are the Public Holidays in Cyprus?

Independence Day, 1 October (1960); note - Turkish Cypriot area celebrates 15 November (1983) as Independence Day

What is the flag of Cyprus?

White with a copper-coloured silhouette of the island (the name Cyprus is derived from the Greek word for copper) above two green crossed olive branches in the centre of the flag; the branches symbolize the hope for peace and reconciliation between the Greek and Turkish communities
NOTE: the Turkish Cypriot flag has a horizontal red stripe at the top and bottom between which is a red crescent and red star on a white field