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Cyprus Geography
Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean with a population of approximately 784 thousand. It is situated just 47 miles south of Turkey in the Eastern Mediterranean and is just south of the Anatolian peninsula. Other neighbouring countries include Syria, Israel, Egypt and also Greece. The official languages of Cyprus tend to be Greek and Turkish although you may find some which speak a little English. The climate in Cyprus is temperate and very mediterranean with variable rainy winters and dry summers, which range from warm at higher peaks of the island to hotter in lower regions. The winter temperatures tend to be milder, especially at lower elevations where the snow tends to rarely occur. These tend to decrease significantly in lower regions and attract sufficient snow for skiing.
Cyprus History
Cyprus gained its independence from the United Kingdom in 1960. Before this however Civilisations had been known to come and go from the island, including people such as Alexandra the great and also Cleopatra stake their claim. Aphrodite was known to make her home here were many people came to visit and pay her tribute.
Cyprus Economy
The economy has grown greatly in Cyprus since the invasion, and whilst North Cyprus still maintain a lower standard of living due to relying on turkey for aid, the increased revenues from tourism and the construction boom has led to an enormous economic development. The Republic still maintains and enjoys a high standard of living. Cyprus has been known for attracting off shore businesses to use as a base. Cyprus intend to adopt the Euro on the 1st Jan 2008, but until this point they continue to use the Cypriot pound (CYP) and also the Turkish Lira (TRL).
Cyprus Religion
The majority of the population in Cyprus are Greek Cypriots and belong to the Autocephalous Orthodox Church, whilst most Turkish Cypriots are Sunni Muslims. Since Cyprus is known as one of the most religious countries in the European Union church attendance is extremely high.
Car Hire Cyprus
Car Hire Cyprus is a must as the regular transport provided is not available to any of the remote areas, which is where many sites of interest are located. The fact that the roads are well surfaced makes it so much easier to travel between the towns and smaller villages. There is a motorway, which makes it easy to get from the capital of Lefkosia to the costal towns such as Lemesos and also Lanarka. You will be entitled to drive on a valid international driving license providing it is for the vehicle required. Auto Reservation Plus provide Car Hire Paphos, Paphos Airport Car Hire, Car Hire Larnaca and Car Hire Larnaca Airport.
Cyprus Tourist Attractions
Cyprus is full of various attractions for all ages from aquariums in Paphos to ancient castles in Limassol. Maybe a trip to the Troodos Mountains is on your hit this year, if so why not have a look at mount Olympus that tops this range and covers a quater of this island, making Car Hire Cyprus essential. A trip to the Tombs of the Kings is a must, there are so many different caves and tombs to see it can take at least 4 hours to get round it all. Since this attraction is based in only one part of Cyprus, Car Hire Paphos is advisable.
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