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Welcome to CYPRUS an extra service of European City Guide / ECG
Information about CYPRUS
This beautiful Mediterranean island is divided between Greek and Turkish interests, and has a busy flow of tourism and commerce. Cypriots are extremely proud of their island and they take great pleasure in welcoming visitors. The Egyptians, Persians, Romans and Ottomans have all ruled over the island at various times, giving an idea of its rich history. Furthermore, many of its ruins can be visited in peace and tranquillity, and free of charge. It is one of the closest European countries to both Africa and the Middle East, and the island has long been adept at profiting from this. It is for this reason that Cyprus is synonymous with shipping. Its economy is prosperous and it has good trade relations with mainland Europe, which have been strengthened since the island"s EU membership since May 2004.
General Information Capital: Nicosia Area: 9,251 km2 Population: 793,963 (January 1, 2009) Electricity: 240 volts AC, 50Hz. Square 13-amp three-pin plugs (UK-type) are used. IDD: +357 Timezone: GMT +2 Hr s (+3 Hrs MAR-OCT)
Language Language: Greek 80%, Turkish 11% and English. The Greek Cypriot dialect is different from mainland Greek, mainly phonetically
Government Government: Republic
Religion Religion: Greek Orthodox, Muslim.
Health Health: The following vaccinations are recommended: Tetanus.
Currency Currency: Cyprus Pound (CYP) 1.00 = 100 Cents
Exchange Rate Exchange Rate: All 100.00 = USD = 66.8534EUR GBP = 110.480 EUR CHF = 66.1543
Business Hours Business Hours: Bank: Mon-Fri: 15.00-16.45 Mon-Fri: 08.15-12.30
Traffic Traffic: Traffic drives on the left.
Driving License Driving License: An International Driving Permit or national driving licence is valid for one year.
Climate Climate: Temperate; Mediterranean with hot, dry summers and cool winters
Temperatures Temperatures: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec A 10 10 13 17 22 26 28 28 26 21 16 12 P 76 45 36 18 22 9 1 2 10 25 33 68 S 5 7 7 9 11 13 13 12 11 9 7 5 A=Aver. Daily Temp. (°C)
Mobile Network Mobile Network: GSM 900 / 1800/3G 2100.
GPS GPS: 35.1333°N 33.4354°E
Shopping Hours Shopping Hours: Generally shops are closed on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons and on Sundays, otherwise opening hours are 08.00-13.00 16.00-19.00 08.00-13.00 14.30-17.30
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