Since the 1st January 2008, the official Cyprus currency is the Euro €. Banks and retail establishments will no longer accept the old Cyprus pounds currency as legal tender. However, the Central Bank of Cyprus will exchange Cyprus coins for Euros up until 31st December 2009, and Pound notes for Euros until 31 December 2017. […]
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Cyprus Postal System
The first recorded letter was sent from Famagusta to Constantinople in 1353, during the Venetian occupation. Cyprus Post The Department of Postal Services comes under the Ministry of Communications and Works and operates under The Postal Laws Cap.303 and The Regulation of Electronic Communications and Postal Services Law 2004, which is harmonized with the relevant […]
Cyprus Communications
Internet in Cyprus There is good news and bad news about Cyprus Internet. The good news is there are some outstanding Internet Service Providers. The bad news is that even now in 2018, many parts of Cyprus still do not have appropriate coverage, and the cost of Internet services is still amongst the highest in […]
Business and Industry in Cyprus
This article should provide you with an overview of the major businesses and industries in Cyprus. Also covers work eligibility and prospects for finding a job when moving to Cyprus. Table of Contents The Cyprus Tourism Industry Agriculture and Fisheries Offshoring in Cyprus Incorporating in Cyprus Shipping is a Major Industry Cyprus Property and Construction […]
Cyprus Healthcare
Cyprus healthy life expectancy from birth (HALE 2012): Males: 73 years | Females: 76 years. Table of Contents Cyprus Medical Doctors European Medical Cards (EHIC) Doctors in Cyprus Medical Coverage is Recommended Hospitals and Pharmacies in Cyprus Hospital Visit Charges Organ Donation Cancer Services Donating Blood Private Hospitals and Clinics Useful telephone numbers Pharmacies 24-hour […]
Cyprus Education – Learn Something New
Some people think they may get bored living in Cyprus. Well, we disagree because we took a look around and found plenty of things to do in Cyprus including many opportunities to learn something new, be it for fun, or educational. Age or gender should be no barrier to advancing your education or learning a […]
Cyprus Education – Learn Greek
Its a good thing to at least try to learn some Greek, even if only a few words. Learning modern Greek should be sufficient to get you by. However, there is a dialect in Cyprus, much like in different parts of the United Kingdom. Cypriots may not fully understand some Greek words, but don’t let […]
Cyprus Educational System
The education system in Cyprus starts with pre-primary, followed by primary, secondary and higher education. Table of Contents Pre-Primary Schooling Registration Requirements Primary Education Cost of Primary Education Registration Dates School Dates Class Times Holiday Schedule Subjects Studied in Cypriot Primary Schools Remediation Special Education Classes Further Information on Primary Education Secondary Education in Cyprus […]
Shopping in Cyprus
Table of Contents Shopping for Groceries in Cyprus Getting Accustomed to the Greek Language UK Products Currency Conversion Typical Food Prices Shopping Rewards Superstore vs Local Markets Buying Electronics in Cyprus Will my UK electrical items work in Cyprus? Digital Ready Televisions Keep Old or Buy New? Shopping for Electronics in Cyprus Shopping for Clothes […]
Troodos Cyprus
Troodos gained its name from the three roadways that run into it, ‘tria odos’ meaning three roads, which became Troodos. It is the most significant mountain range of Cyprus, covering most of the western and some of the southern parts of the island, and accounting for almost half of its area. The highest peak is […]
Limassol Cyprus
Limassol (Lemesos), until medieval times it was known as Nemesos, meaning ‘in between’ due to its position in between the two ancient cities of Kourion and Amathus. This area is a perfect place for anyone looking for a relaxing beach holiday combined with historic sightseeing. Beaches in Limassol include: Ladies Mile Beach Curium Beach Pissouri […]
Paphos Cyprus
Paphos (Pafos) and sometimes even mistakenly said as Pathos, is the mythical birthplace of Aphrodite and today consists of four Municipalities. Those being Paphos, Yeroskipou, Peyia, and Polis Chrysochous (often abbreviated to Polis). It is also generally categorized as two regions, with the coastal area being known as Kato (low) Paphos, and the higher section […]