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Pet Hotels in Cyprus
Traveling and can't take your pet with you? No worries! We have found for you all the pet hotels in Cyprus.
Pet Nanny
Nicosia
99 931693
Hilton Cyprus
Modern...
Cyprus useful telephone numbers
In case of emergency, immediate response is given by the following telephone numbers, where English is spoken.
Emergencies
Ambulance
199
Fire Brigade
199, 112
Police
199, 112
Forest fire
1407
Narcotics Emergency Services
90901401
AIDS Advisory...
Visit Cyprus with your dog
Dog Friendly Beaches
Unfortunately, in Cyprus dogs are banned on most public beaches.
Be aware that atteding to a beach not specially designated for dogs, you...
About Cyprus
Situated at the north-eastern end of the Mediterranean basin, Cyprus is the third largest island in the region, with an area of 9,251 square...
Entry requirements
Passports and Visas
Admission and Transit Restrictions
Entry regulations apply only to the areas controlled by the Government of the Republic of Cyprus.
A passport is required...
Languages & Religions
Languages
The official languages of the island are Greek and Turkish, whilst English is widely spoken. French, German and Russian are also spoken within the...
Climate, Weather forecast, Temperatures
Climate
Cyprus enjoys an intense Mediterranean climate, with long dry summers from mid–May to mid–October, and mild winters from December to February, which are separated...
Health & Safety
Safety in Cyprus
Cyprus has an excellent reputation for being a safe and friendly place. You can help keep it that way. A few basic...
Time, Working Hours & Holidays
Time
Cyprus Time is Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) +2 hours.
Time difference from other countries
Country
Hours fast or slow on GMT
Austria
+1
Bahrain
+3
Belgium
+1
Canada
-5
China
+8
Cyprus
+2
Denmark
+1
France
+1
Germany
+1
Greece
+2
Hong Kong
+8
India
+5.30
Iraq
+3
Italy
+1
Daylight Saving Time
Each year on the...
Money & Currency
Currency
On January 01, 2008, the Republic of Cyprus introduced the Euro (€) as its official currency, replacing the Cyprus pound (CY£) as the legal...
Communications
Telecommunications Providers
Since the liberalisation of the telecommunications sector in 2003, both national and international fixed / mobile voice services, Internet access and data services...
Cyprus Short Escapes
Cyprus Short Escapes, Great Discoveries
Escape for the Weekend
With so many different and unique experiences to enjoy on the island, a short getaway offers the...
Top Stories
World
UK helps employers with slow phase-in of job shield costs
British finance minister Rishi Sunak offered fresh help to employers hit by the coronavirus shutdown on Friday, announcing that future contributions they must make...
Local
One new Covid-19 case from repatriations
There was one new Covid-19 case in Cyprus, the Health Ministry said on Friday, from a total of 2363 tests, bringing the total number...
Local
Limassol: Dead body found in warehouse
A body has been found in the light shaft of a warehouse on Nicos Georgiou street in Limassol, philenews reports.
It said the body of...
Local
Holy Synod to allow weddings during pre-Christmas fasting period
As a result of Covid-prompted wedding postponements, the Holy Synod has decided to allow wedding ceremonies during the pre-Christmas fasting period this year until...
Local
President to discuss phase 3 with scientific advisors on Tuesday
The team of scientists advising the government on the coronavirus outbreak are due to hold a new meeting with President Nicos Anastasiades on Tuesday...
Taste
Local Food
Local cuisine: An introduction
Rich in fresh ingredients and tasty herbs, offers the very best of Mediterranean culinary delights. Head out to a tavern and feast on a...
Local Food
Spiced lamb with beetroot salad and scented yoghurt
Lay the lamb on a tray, skin side down. Rub with crushed garlic, sprinkle with spices and ground pistachios, wrap in plastic wrap and...
Local Food
Easy seafood pasta with white wine sauce
Ingredients:
2-3 tbsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, chopped
2-3 tablespoons of whipped cream
1/3 cup white wine
300g spaghetti, roughly broken
300-400g of...
Local Food
Traditional salads that will blow your mind away
This traditional salads will make you actually love salads!
Cyprus may be famous for souvla and kleftiko but if you try the traditional salads with...