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Cyprus is an island located on the eastern part of the Mediterranean Sea. Its area is 9,250 sq km. Check out Cyprus photos to view the beautiful nature, salt lakes, beaches and mountains.
The official name of Cyprus is the "Republic of Cyprus". The name is spelled as Kypros in Greek, and Kibris in Turkish. Cyprus is also known as the "Island of Aphrodite" (Venus), the ancient Greek goddess of love.
Nicosia (Lefkosia) is the capital of Cyprus. Other main cities in Cyprus include Limassol (Lemesos), Paphos (Pafos), Larnaca, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Polis, Trodos, Paralimni, Kakopetria and Agia Napa.