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Geography
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Cyprus is the third
largest Mediterranean island with a total area of 3,572 square miles
(9,251 sq.km). It is situated between three continents at the crossroads
of one of the most ancient and traditional sea routes of the world
and is at a flying distance of less than three hours from the heart
of Europe. This strategic location of the island has played an important
role in its continuing development into a financial and tourist centre.
The estimated population of Cyprus is 700,000, 80% of which are Greek
Cypriots, 18% Turkish Cypriots, and 2% Armenians, Maronites, British
and other European expatriates. Nicosia is the capital of the Republic
of Cyprus with a population of approximately 210,000. It is situated
roughly in the centre of the island and is the seat of government
and main commercial centre. Limassol is situated in the south, has
180,000 inhabitants and is the main commercial port of Cyprus with
a booming tourist industry. Larnaca and Paphos are the third and fourth
largest towns respectively with populations of 60,000 and 40,000.
The latter two are also tourist resorts and each has an International
Airport. The south-east tip of Cyprus is also an important tourist
resort with its endless coastline of rocky coves and sandy beaches.
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