There are so many islands in the Mediterranean and the third largest island is Northern Cyprus, which is easily accessible 60 km from southern Turkey and almost 300 km from Egypt. There are two main types of mountains, the Pentadaktylos range located on the northern coast and the second Troodos massif near the southwestern and central parts of the island. The Mediterranean climate fluctuates in the winters, but is hot and dry in the summers, the flat valley of Messaoria is located between two mountain ranges.
The country’s population is nearly 754,064, with an area of 9,250 square kilometers (3,572 square miles) and Nicosia (Lefkosia/Lefkosa) is the capital city. The total population consists of 78% Greek Cypriots, Turkish Cypriots (18%), Latinos (4%) and Greeks. Turkish and English are two main languages to speak.
The euro (Turkish lira in the northern part of Cyprus) is the national currency and according to religions, Greek Orthodox (78%), Muslims are 18%, Maronite, Armenian Apostolic and others are also there.
The most impressive and famous island that is known as a holiday destination in the Mediterranean is Northern Cyprus. Holidays in Cyprus provide natural relaxation and the beauty of the Mediterranean, but sunbathing on the golden sandy beach brings pleasure and tranquility indoors. Not only the beaches of the Mediterranean are so beautiful, but also the Cypriots are cheerful, sober and hospitable.
The charming and lonely climate of the beautiful island, the friendliness and warmth of the Cypriots and the number of delicious foods make Northern Cyprus a paradise on earth. Its non-commercial attitude adds more beauty to it. It has been said for Northern Cyprus that there is rarely any crime and general enjoyment, courtesy and warm welcome from people are a part of daily life. People suffer during the long and hot summers, but the winters are quite comfortable and relaxed.
British visitors have always found the people of Northern Cyprus friendly and understanding, also the way prices and payments are collected is in sterling, so this atmosphere gives British visitors the feeling that they are right at home. Traffic normally drives on the left, lovely weather, golden sand beaches and green mountains will make you more of a nature lover. Restaurants and shops in Kyrenia are not very expensive, so visitors can buy everything without worries and enjoy tasty meals.
If you are a lover of the ocean, the old port of Kyrenia will enchant you and it would not be a bad idea to spend a picnic in North Cyprus. There you can seal, fish and nap on a short airy wooden bed. Great castle of Kyrenia located at the entrance of the port and this castle was built in the 7th century by the Byzantines.
