ABOUT CYPRUS

Source: Advertising Leaflet of Larnaca College

The island of Cyprus is located in the northeastern corner of Mediterranean, at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa.

 

Cyprus is endowed with virgin green forests, beautiful beaches and other natural wonders. The environment here is one of the healthiest of the world, free from pollution and other ill-effects of industrialized countries and the crime rate on the island is also extremely low. Cyprus enjoys a wonderful Mediterranean climate. Even during the rainy season in the colder winter months, Cyprus is still sunny on most days with temperatures ranging from 8^oC (42^oF) during the coldest months to 35^oC (96^oF) in the summer.

 

Cyprus has been a member of the European Union since May 2004, thus bridging Europe to the Middle East and the rest of the world. Having emerged as one of the region’s leading business and financial centers, the island enjoys competitive advantages in areas such as tourism, consultancy, telecommunications, realty, property development, shipping, banking and insurance.

 

Cyprus provides an ideal setting for higher learning; it is no wonder that it has become a major international education centre, attracting scholars and students from all over the world. This cultural diversity makes it a forum for international understanding and peace.