Cyprus
Cyprus is a charming island in the eastern Mediterranean sea. It has a population of 800,000, a warm pleasant climate, low cost of living and generous tax incentives attract people from all over the world. An island where various Kings have fought and ruled, Greek Gods have lived and loved, where history was made and legends were born.
Mountainous villages, alluring sandy beaches, vineyards, citrus groves, ancient stone villages, green valleys and landscapes and 340 days of sunshine a year.
A country where people still cherish the traditions of their ancestors and timeless values are woven seamlessly into modern lifestyles. A safe place to live, raise a family and retire.
The standard of living and the quality of life in Cyprus are excellent. The overall cost of living averages about 1/3 to 2/3 of most part of Europe, Japan or the U.S.A. A recent international poll showed Cyprus towns to have one of the lowest costs of living within a developed nation.
The official currency of Cyprus is the Cyprus pound comprising of 100 cents.The bank notes and coins in circulation are:
Notes: T20, T10, T5 and T1
Coins: 50c, 20c, 10c, 5c, 2c and 1c
The local language is Greek, but over 85% of the population speak English as well. Street and shop signs are in both languages enabling foreign residents to feel completely at home.
The education system in Cyprus is of a high-standard and accessible to all residents. Children are able to attend Greek or International schools. There is also a Greek speaking Cyprus University and a number of English speaking private colleges of high standards covering a wide spectrum of professions.
Cyprus enjoys a very low crime rate in comparison with other Mediterranean countries. According to Interpol statistics Cyprus’ crime rate is only 6% compared to that of the U.K.
Cyprus enjoys modern and reasonably priced postal, telecommunications, internet and satellite TV services.
The public health care system in Cyprus is of a high standard and available to all. All Cypriot doctors have qualified abroad, most of them in the USA, UK and Greece.
Cyprus is a modern country that effortlessly unites European culture with its own traditional ways. With its wonderful Mediterranean climate, the country has a lot to offer the foreign buyer, especially Britons who now have an automatic right to work on the island with social security and other benefits transferable between Cyprus and their home country.
