Closest, 75 kilometers from Cyprus is Turkey, approximately 100 kilometers – Syria, and less than 400 kilometers – Egypt.
Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean sea, has an area of 9 thousand square kilometers and a length of 240 kilometers. Included Cyprus in the European Union and the Schengen area. Form of government – Republic.
How to get to the island of Cyprus
You can get there by plane or water transport. On the island there are two international airports in the cities of Paphos and Larnaca. There are two major sea ports of Larnaca and Limassol.
Ports not only provide a trading message, but also provide an additional influx of tourists due to the proximity of the continent are readily available from Cyprus cruises to Egypt, Turkey, Israel, on the Greek island of Rhodes.
Landscapes of the island of Cyprus
The landscape of this area flows smoothly from the sandy beaches to the rocky mountains. Mountain peaks of the island are very high, so winter in Cyprus can be great skiing. The highest point of the island is the famous mount Olympus, which has a height of 1952 meters above the sea level.
Miles of sandy beaches stretching around the coast. They are recognized as a totally environmentally friendly and its mild warm climate they can be enjoyed from early spring to late autumn.
Between the mountains and the sea coast is situated the fertile plains of the Mesaoria. So Cyprus is a real Paradise to live and relax at any time of the year.
Attractions Of Cyprus
In addition to a quiet and cozy towns with taverns, bars and restaurants with excellent cuisine, the island of Cyprus has to offer unusually beautiful architectural monuments, museums and more.
Speaking about the sights of Cyprus, not to mention the Cyprus archaeological Museum, the shipwreck Museum, the tomb of Hala Sultan, the ruins of the Bellapais Abbey, the remnants of a long vanished city of Salamis, the tomb of Lazarus, Byzantine Kolossi castle, a medieval tower, Othello and many others.
Cyprus is also known for its magnificent nature, unique animals and plants, the harmony with which houses and castles in this extraordinary place set in the natural landscape.