Cyprus

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Cyprus
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Language:	Greek, Turkish
Capital:	Nicosia
Population:	794,600
Currency:	Euro ( € ) in the south, Turkish Lira (TRL) in the north
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Cyprus is a Eurasian island country in the Mediterranean Sea. It is divided into Greek (Republic of Cyprus) and Turkish (Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) parts. The UN still treats the North of the island as a militarily occupied area. The Republic of Cyprus is part of the European Union.

Public transportation is slow but incredibly cheap. You can move around a single region for one or two Euro, and for this reason most people will be confused as to why you're hitch-hiking. Never the less, it's quite easy to find a ride, even within the city, but be sure that they take you to a good location if not going to your destination. Many times I have been dropped off in the middle of nowhere, or even right on the motorway, of which, the police aren't too understanding. In rural areas and in Troodos mountains it's easy to hitchhike, even with little traffic, everyone stops for you, even without asking. The locals simply put out their hand with the palm to the ground, but all seem to understand the thumb, and this is probably good for you as a sign that you're a traveler.

Cities

(Turkish names of cities in brackets)

• Famagusta (Gazimağusa)
• Kyrenia (Girne)
• Larnaca (İskele), Limassol (Limasol, Leymosun)
• Nicosia (Lefkoşa)
• Paphos (Turkish: Baf/Kasaba)

Ferries to Cyprus

From Turkey there are ferries Between Taşucu to Kyrenia ("Girne"), Alanya and Antalya. The night (slow) ferry From Taşucu is 72 Lyra, including port taxes. There are also ferries Between Mersin in Turkey and Femagusta "Gazimagusta" in the East of the North side. But, apparently booking a plane ticket from any major city in the South to the Airport in North Cyprus is cheaper. It only requires some pre-planning.

Countries of Europe

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