Cyprus is a country in Middle East, Asia with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Cyprus that most people don't know.
Cyprus gave copper its name — the Latin word cuprum comes from Kypros. The island is also the mythological birthplace of Aphrodite, and Nicosia remains the world's last divided capital city, split between Greek and Turkish Cypriot zones.
Cyprus gave copper its name — the Latin word cuprum comes from Kypros.
Nicosia is the world's last divided capital city.
The oldest known pet cat burial (9,500 years) was found in Cyprus.
Cyprus is the birthplace of Aphrodite in Greek mythology.
Cyprus gave copper its name — the Latin word cuprum comes from Kypros. The island is also the mythological birthplace of Aphrodite, and Nicosia remains the world's last divided capital city, split between Greek and Turkish Cypriot zones.
Cyprus is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
The legendary birthplace of Aphrodite — a sea stack rising from turquoise Mediterranean waters
Cyprus's most important monastery, founded in 1100 AD, housing an icon of the Virgin Mary
UNESCO Roman mosaics among the world's finest, with tombs carved into living rock
The world's last divided capital — the UN Buffer Zone runs through the city's heart
Cyprus gave copper its name — the Latin word cuprum comes from Kypros. The island is also the mythological birthplace of Aphrodite, and Nicosia remains the world's last divided capital city, split between Greek and Turkish Cypriot zones.
The capital of Cyprus is Nicosia.
Cyprus has a population of approximately 1.2M.
The official languages of Cyprus are Greek / Turkish.
Cyprus gained independence in 1960.
Cyprus uses the Euro (€).