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Cyprus — silhouette, capital and facts
Cyprus is in Asia and its capital is Nicosia. With about 1.2 million people and 9,251 km², it ranks 162nd in area and 155th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Cyprus, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Nicosia
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- about 1.2 million
- Area
- 9,251 km²
- Language
- Greek and Turkish
- Currency
- Euro
- Flag colors
- white, copper, green
Borders
Cyprus has no land border with any other country: it is an island or an archipelago.
Fun facts about Cyprus
- According to Greek mythology, Aphrodite, goddess of love, was born from the sea foam near Cyprus.
- The word copper comes from Cyprus, which mined it since antiquity; in Latin the metal was called cyprium.
- Halloumi cheese, which can be grilled without melting, is a Cypriot specialty.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Cyprus?
The capital of Cyprus is Nicosia.
Which continent is Cyprus in?
Cyprus is in Asia.
Which countries border Cyprus?
Cyprus has no land border with any other country: it is an island or an archipelago.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Cyprus?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Cyprus is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Cyprus?
According to Greek mythology, Aphrodite, goddess of love, was born from the sea foam near Cyprus. The word copper comes from Cyprus, which mined it since antiquity; in Latin the metal was called cyprium. Halloumi cheese, which can be grilled without melting, is a Cypriot specialty.
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