Southern Europe

Cyprus

A sunny Mediterranean island with Bronze Age sites, Roman mosaics, Byzantine painted churches, mountain villages and warm beaches.

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Before you plan: This guide covers the areas under the control of the Republic of Cyprus. The island is divided by a UN buffer zone, and rules for crossing change, so check official government advice before planning to cross.

Capital: Nicosia
Languages: Greek, Turkish, English
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Best time to go: April to June and September to November for warm weather without the peak heat; July and August are very hot, and winter is mild with snow on the Troodos peaks.

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