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Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean. The island is at present split into two parts, the Southern part being Greek and the Northern part which is Turkish. It also has the last divided Capital (Nicosia) in the world, but plans are under way to change this!

A UK 3 pin plug is used here as the electricity voltage is 240V

There are many scenic places to visit in Cyprus and below are a list of some of them:

NICOSIA / LEFKOSIA

This is the capital of Cyprus and is situated roughly in the centre of the island. It is know to get very hot and humid in the height of summer, so be beware (drink plenty of fluids!). It is excellent for shopping. Visitors to Nicosia can take a walk along the Green Line which is the border between the two halves of the island. Nicosia “Old Town” is very traditional and charming and many trinkets and souveniers can be bought here.

LARNACA / LARNAKA

Larnaca is the largest gateway into Cyprus. Being the town which has Cyprus’ second port and also an international airport. It also has a large marina which attracts many sailing visitors each year.

There are several sites to see here and are including but not limited to the following:

ST LAZARUS’ CHURCH - situated in the heart of Larnaca

THE ANCIENT KITION - In the northwest of Larnaca, (admission 0.50)

DISTRICT MUSEUM - is just a short walk within the town centre (near the post office) (admission 0.50)

MEDIEVAL MUSEUM & FORT - situated on Larnaca sea front (admission 0.50)

LEFKARA - Re-known for its hand made lace this village is situated in the west of Larnaca district.

STAVROVOUNI MONASTARY - is situated 25km outside of Larnaca, and is perched on a solitary mountain top. It is accessible to men only, but the views from the mountain top are astounding.

PAPHOS / PAFOS

Paphos is situated on the south west of the island and has the second largest international airport. It hosts quieter areas and also a “bar street”. Many of the sites here are archeological and a must for anyone interested in history.

ACROPOLIS - situated near the paphos lighthouse

BATHS OF APHRODITE - 48km north of Paphos

CATACOMBS - Ayia Solomoni / Kato Paphos

MOSAICS OF PAPHOS- situated a few hundred metres from Paphos harbour (admission 2-3 euro)

TOMBS OF THE KINGS - 1 mile NW of Paphos near Coral Bay area (admission 1 euro)

LIMASSOL / LEMESOS

The second largest city in Cyprus. Limassol hosts the largest port on the island. It is a lively and cosmopolitan town with many things to keep you occupied morning, noon and night.It is also the home to two of the largest festivals in Cyprus.

The Carnival held at prior to Easter lasts for 10 days and starts with the King of the Carnival parade. Everyone gets dressed up and many fancy dress parties are held during this time.

The second festival is the WINE festival which is held in September each year. It is held in the municipal gardens and is open 8am - 11pm Here you can taste some of Cyprus’ wines free of charge!

Other festivities include: The Flower Festival (May) and the Festival of the Flood (June)

From Limassol you can travel to the Troodos Mountains, which are spectacular in the summer (nature walks available) and also in the winter when you can Ski!!

Some Useful Greek Words:

GENERAL WORDS

Hello - Yassas /Yassou

Yes - Ne

Please - Parakalo

Thank you - Efharisto

Tomorrow - Avrio

This one - Afto

Now - Tora

Open - Anihto

Big - Megalo

Cheap - Ftino

Friend - Filos

Pharmacy - Farmakio

Stamps - Gramatosima

Money - Lefta / Hrimata

Police - Astynomia

No - Ohi

Ok - Endaxi

Today - Simera

Yesterday - Hthes

Good - Kalo

Later - Argotera

Closed - Klisto

Small - Mikro

Expensive - Akrivo

Bakery - Fournos

Post Office - Tahidromio

Bank - Trapeza

Toilet - Toualleta

Doctor - Yiatros

Hospital - Nosokomio

USEFUL PHRASES

How are you? - Ti Kanis?

I am Fine - Ime Kala / Kala

What is your name? - Pos se lene?

Speak slower please - Parakalo mila pio siga

The bill please - To logariasmo Parakalo

Excuse me, do you speak English? - Parakalo mipos milate Aglika

I don't speak Greek - Den Milao Elinika

I don't Understand - Den Katalaveno

NUMBERS

One - Ena                  Two - Dio

Three - Tria                 Four - Tessera

Five - Pende                Six - Exi

Seven - Epta                Eight - Okto

Nine - Enea                Ten - Deka

Eleven - Edeka              Twelve - Dodeka

Thirteen - Deka Tria          Fourteen - Deka Tessera

Fifteen - Deka Pende         Sixteen - Deka Exi

Seventeen - Deka Epta        Eighteen - Deka Okto

Nine teen - Deka Enea        Twenty - Ikosi

Thirty - Trianda              Forty - Saranda

Fifty - Peninda               Sixty - Exinda

Seventy - Evdominda          Eighty - Ogdonda

Ninety - Eneninda           Hundred - Ekato

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