Cyprus

Europe · Capital Nicosia

Cyprus is a country in Europe. Its capital city is Nicosia. It has a population of around 1,189,265 people. The main language is Greek and the official currency is the Euro. It has no land borders.

Cyprus is a country in Europe. Its capital is Nicosia. It has a population of 1,189,265, with no land borders. The official language is Greek. The official currency is the Euro.

Where is Cyprus?

Cyprus at a glance

Capital: Nicosia
Population: 1.2M
Currency: Euro
Language: Greek
Continent: Europe
Coastline: Yes

The flag of Cyprus

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Bordering countries

Cyprus has no land borders.

Frequently asked questions about Cyprus

What is the capital of Cyprus?

The capital of Cyprus is Nicosia.

What continent is Cyprus in?

Cyprus is located in Europe.

What is the population of Cyprus?

Cyprus has a population of approximately 1,189,265 people.

What is the currency of Cyprus?

The official currency of Cyprus is the Euro.

What language is spoken in Cyprus?

The main language spoken in Cyprus is Greek.

What is the flag of Cyprus?

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