Cyprus is an island located in the eastern Mediterranean, close to Europe, Asia and Africa. With approximately 320 days of sunshine every year, it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. Cyprus has also been a member of the European Union since 2004.
| Population | 1,200,000 |
| Capital | Nicosia (Lefkosia) |
| Area | 9251 km2 |
| Official language | Greek |
| Currency | Euro |
| Dialing code | +357 |
| Airports | Larnaca and Paphos |
| Driving | left side |
| Blue flag beaches | 64 |
| Timezone | UTC/GMT +2 |