Cyprus country: Provides an overview of Cyprus

Provides an overview of Cyprus , and key dates and facts about this eastern Mediterranean island. Cyprus [f] (/ ˈsaɪprəs / ⓘ), officially the Republic of Cyprus , [g] is an island country in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, located off the coast of the Levant in West Asia. 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 kilometres (3,572 square miles). The latitude of Cyprus is 34° 33’-35° 34’ North, and its longitude is 32° 16’ – 34° 37’ East. Visit the Definitions and Notes page to view a description of each topic.