Cyprus
Mediterranean Paradise
Birthplace of Aphrodite, the goddess of love, the island of Cyprus is situated at the crossroads of East and West. With over 340 days of sun every year Cyprus boasts the longest summers in Europe.
Cyprus is a relatively small country but a great island enriched in both beauty and contrasts - from the sun drenched golden beaches to the freshness of the mountain air and pine forests, a land peppered with tiny villages where time seems to have stood still.
Aphrodite's Rock at sunset (Left). Greek legend has it that Aphrodite, goddess of beauty was born out of the surf at this rock.
Whilst Cyprus maybe an island enriched in ancient mythology and history it is also a thriving, modern European society with a popular modern culture including music, arts, sports and not to mention Cypriot cuisine which often features tantalizing seafood dishes and Mediterranean salads prepared with local olive oil, cucumber, tomatoes and Halloumi, a traditional Cyprus cheese made from goats and sheeps milk. To accompany the traditional delicasies of the island why not indulge in one of the islands fine wines amongst which the oldest wine appellation in the world !
Cyprus Economy and Social System
Cyprus enjoys a prospering economy and as a member of the EU provides increased political and economic stability. 
The currency is that of the Euro which Cyprus adopted in 2008. The combination of a maturing property market and a generous taxation structure makes property investment in Cyprus an ever increasing choice to foreign property buyers and in particular British buyers. British buyers are attracted to Cyprus primarily for the sun and the relaxed, stress-free lifestyle but also because of the warm relations between Britain and Cyprus, the English language is widespread on the island and is generally considered the second language after Greek.
The Cyprus schooling system is a well-developed system of primary and secondary education and the excellent levels of quality attained by students is a reflection of the higher than average competence of teachers both in public and private education establishments. Medical treatment in Cyprus is of a high standard and the cost of treatment in national hospitals is very low. A range of specialists, doctors and surgeons also practice privately on the island and a number of companies offer a range of medical insurance schemes.
Cyprus - Districts
Cyprus is divided into six districts : Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaca, Limassol, Nicosia and Paphos
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