Country Info

Cyprus is the third largest island of the Mediterranean Sea . It is an Orthodox nation with several communities, including a Greek Cypriot and a Turkish Cypriot Community. The official languages are Greek, English, and Turkish, with the first two being widely used across the island. The democratically elected government consists of a President and a 12-member cabinet of Ministers, as well as a 56-seat Parliament. The official currency of the country as of January 1 st 2008 is the Euro.

“Unfortunately, the country experienced the brutality of a Turkish military invasion in the summer of 1974 and has been divided ever since. The Turkish army continues to wrongfully and unlawfully hold 38% of the country. More than 200,000 people became refugees overnight due to the invasion and more than 1500 people are still considered “Missing”. Nicosia , the country's capital, is the only divided capital of Europe .

The country, as a whole, was admitted in the European Union as of May 1 st 2004, and even though the recognised and legally elected government does not control 38% of the country, the residents of the north that do choose to have a Cyprus Passport and recognise the official government are also entitled to the same rights as any other European citizen.

Cyprus will start using Euros as of January 1 st 2008.

In regards to sports, Cyprus offers a wide choice of sport facilities, ranging from gyms, to training grounds, from Olympic size swimming pools to biking and hiking routes and generally everything that a modern sportsman or woman desires. Many International Organizations have recognized Cyprus as an ideal training destination and it becomes evident why many National Olympic Organizations choose Cyprus as their training destination ahead of international competition such as the Olympic Games and World Championships.

Cyprus is one of the world's favorite holiday destinations and has an impressive choice of accommodation, from self-catering apartments to luxury hotels. A gateway between Europe and the Middle East, Cyprus enjoys easy flight connectivity with all major European countries and beyond. Medical care in Cyprus is of the highest standard, combining advanced equipment and facilities with the expertise of highly trained and experienced practitioners.