Cyprus, Greek Kípros, Turkish Kıbrıs, island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea renowned since ancient times for its mineral wealth, superb wines and produce, and natural beauty.A “golden-green leaf thrown into the Sea” and a land of “wild weather and volcanoes,” in the words of the Greek Cypriot poet Leonidas Malenis, Cyprus comprises tall mountains, fertile valleys, and wide beaches. Settled for more than 10 millennia, Cyprus stands at a cultural, linguistic, and historic crossroads between Europe and Asia .Cyprus is a popular tourist destination for visitors from Europe, favoured by honeymooners (as befits the legendary home of Aphrodite, the ancient Greek goddess of love), bird-watchers drawn by the island’s diversity of migratory species, and other vacationers.
Climate -Cyprus has an intense Mediterranean climate, with a typically strongly marked seasonal rhythm. Hot, dry summers (June to September) and rainy winters (November to March) are separated by short autumn and spring seasons (October and April to May, respectively) of rapid change. Autumn and winter precipitation, on which agriculture and water supply depend, is variable. Average annual precipitation is about 20 inches (500 mm). The lowest average precipitation of 14 inches (350 mm) occurs at Nicosia, and the highest, 41 inches (1,050 mm), is on Mount Olympus.
Area – 9,251 km2
Top Attractions – Nissi Beach,Cape Greco,The Ruins of Kurion
Reason To Study In CYPRUS
Public and private universities with globally recognised degrees and affordable tuition fees
Cyprus follows the Bologna process for designing higher education programmes
Many universities have adopted the American style of learning which is student-led and the programme can be tailored to suit the student.
All the universities offer courses in English; English, Greek and Turkish are the major languages
Cyprus has a relatively easy admission process and the qualifications are not too stringent
It has a low level of unemployment and a high income level, especially in the Greek Cypriot sector
Education has been a growing sector in Cyprus and the government is making significant investments to attract international students.
Scholarships are also available to international students
The income tax levels in Cyprus are very low compared to other parts of Europe
Safe country and the locals are known to be very hospitable and friendly