Cyprus becomes an independent republic on 16th August 1960. It is a member of the United Nations, the Council of Europe, the Commonwealth and the Non-Aligned Movement. According to the above treaty, Britain retains two Sovereign Bases (158.5 sq. km) on the island, at Dekeleia and Akrotiri-Episkopi. The 1960 Constitution of the Cyprus Republic proves unworkable in many of its provisions and this makes its smooth implementation impossible. In 1963, the President of the Republic proposes some amendments to facilitate the functioning of the state and the Turkish Cy... [read more]

Cyprus is a passionate and romantic island with amazing views and quality living. Cyprus is an outstanding cultural and history that old customs and traditions are still kept alive. A very important issue is the steady growth of the economy and the low crime rate of the island. Every year thousands of tourists come to Cyprus to enjoy the fantastic sandy beaches and the beautiful mountain of the island. Most of the tourists come back to Cyprus for holiday or for residency. Cypriots are well known for their hospitality, kindness and generosity to foreigners. ... [read more]

Cyprus is a historical ancient Island, offering something for everyone. Cyprus is the birth place of Aphrodite, Goddess of beauty and love where the sun shines high and bright throughout the year keeping the sea temperatures warm and inviting. Cyprus beaches has been awarded with the "Blue Flag" by the independent Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE). This was accomplished with the help of the Cyprus Tourism Organisation (CTO) and the Cyprus Marine Environment Protection Association (CYMEPA). A prestigious award granted to those who meet th... [read more]

Cyprus is an island where the sun shines high and bright throughout the year keeping the sea temperatures warm and inviting, enabling devoted swimmers to indulge from early May through to October. Cyprus is in the Mediterranean climate zone, and so benefits from short mild winters and long dry & warm summers. The island is famed for its sunshine, receiving on average more than 300 days of it each year. During the hot summer months temperatures rises above 30°c day after day. Around the coast the average maximum temperature in June, July and August is 32... [read more]

Greek is the main language in Cyprus. However, over 90% of the population speak English. Most shop, restaurant menus and road traffic signs are in English thus making it easy for non Cypriots to live on the island with no problem whatsoever. Other languages like German, French, Italian and Russian are widely spoken. ... [read more]