Cyprus is an island located in the Mediterranean Sea between Europe, Asia, and Africa. The main language spoken in Cyprus is Greek and the capital city, Nicosia, is divided between Turkish and Greek communities. Cyprus has a warm Mediterranean climate and is famous for its beaches, which attract many tourists each year. Some of the most popular tourist destinations include the Tombs of the Kings, Rock of Aphrodite, and Kolossi Castle.
2. Overview Cyprus tucked away in the top right hand corner of the Mediterranean is so close to Europe, Asia and Africa that it rightly, claims to be a stepping stone to three continents. Is the 3rd largest island in Mediterranean Sea South of Turkey. West of Syria and Lebanon. Israel to the southeast, Egypt to the south, and Greece to the west-north-west. Its warm Mediterranean climate, its delightful landscape of contrast and its rich culture heritage make Cyprus one of the most beautiful islands in the world
3. The main language in Cyprus is Greek and the population was estimated at 800,00. Nicosia, the capital city, is located centrally on the island. It is divided into two sections, with Turkish and Greek communities separated by a fortified border. Limasoland Larnaka, the other two main cities, are on the southern coast of the island and Paphos on the west. The most important cities in Northern Cyprus are Famagusta and Kyrenia
4. Geographic Features of Cyprus Cyprus consists of two mountainous regions, separated by the Mesaoria plain. The Troodos, the southern mountain group, is taller with the highest peak, Mount Olympus, rising two thousand metres above sea level. The Kyrenia mountain group, in the north, is about half as high. The Pentadaktylos Mountain is very striking with a peak resembling five fingers.
10. Now there is about 7 species of land mammals, 26 species of amphibians and reptiles, 357 species of birds, a great variety of insects and mites, while the coastal waters of the island give shelter to 197 fish species.
