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  2. 3 days ago · Cyprus, an island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea renowned since ancient times for its mineral wealth, superb wines and produce, and natural beauty. Today it is a popular tourist destination. The capital of Cyprus is Nicosia. Learn more about the country, including its history.

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  3. 3 days ago · Cyprus - Mediterranean, Divided, Island: The first general election occurred in July 1960. Of the 35 seats allotted to the Greek Cypriots, 30 were won by supporters of Makarios and 5 were allotted to the communist-led Progressive Party of the Working People (AKEL).

  4. 3 days ago · Cyprus - Greek, Turkish, Mediterranean: The people of Cyprus represent two main ethnic groups, Greek and Turkish. The Greek Cypriots, who constitute nearly four-fifths of the population, descended from a mixture of aboriginal inhabitants and immigrants from the Peloponnese who colonized Cyprus starting about 1200 bce and assimilated subsequent ...

  5. 5 hours ago · by Gct. 0. Get ready because the Cypriot-Australian talent Silia Kapsis has released a new single! After representing Cyprus at Eurovision 2024, the 17-year-old singer, dancer, and actress has dropped "Red Flag," which is sure to be another hit. Born and raised in Sydney, Silia has been captivating audiences since the tender age of four.

  6. 1 day ago · The Cypriot flag was adopted on August 16, 1960, after the island gained independence from British colonial rule. The design was created by a committee appointed by the then-President of Cyprus, Archbishop Makarios III. The colors and symbols of the flag were chosen to represent the aspirations of a unified and peaceful Cyprus.

  7. 3 days ago · What does the Cyprus flag look like? The national flag of Cyprus features the shape of the whole island with two olive branches below on a white background. Is Malta British or Italian?

  8. 1 day ago · The Cypriot flag was adopted on August 16, 1960, after the island gained independence from British colonial rule. The design was created by a committee appointed by the then-President of Cyprus, Archbishop Makarios III. The colors and symbols of the flag were chosen to represent the aspirations of a unified and peaceful Cyprus.