The flag of Cyprus has a white field, at the center of which is a copper-colored silhouette of the Island of Cyprus above two green olive branches crossed at the stem.

Cyprus

Republic of Cyprus

EuropeSouthern EuropeIndependentUN Member

Cyprus (officially Republic of Cyprus) is an independent country located in Southern Europe, Europe. With a population of 1,442,614 people, it ranks #155 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 9,251 km² (#171 globally), with a population density of 156 people per km². The capital city is Nicosia. The official languages are Greek, Turkish.

Key Facts

Population

1,442,614

#155 world ranking

Area

9,251 km²

#171 world ranking

Population Density

156/km²

Capital

Nicosia

Driving Side

Left

Timezones

1

UTC+02:00

Continent

Europe

Bordering Countries

0

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Cyprus?
The capital of Cyprus is Nicosia.
What is the population of Cyprus?
Cyprus has a population of 1,442,614 people, ranking #155 in the world by population.
How big is Cyprus?
Cyprus covers an area of 9,251 km², ranking #171 in the world by area. The population density is 156 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Cyprus?
The official languages of Cyprus are: Greek, Turkish.
What is the currency of Cyprus?
The currency of Cyprus is euro (€).

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