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    Languages
    Greek and Turkish are the official languages of the Republic of Cyprus. English is widely spoken.

    Local Time
    Cyprus Time is GMT +2.

    Climate & Weather
    The island’s climate is characterised by hot summers and mild winters. By June, summer will have arrived in Cyprus. Temperatures continue to rise and reach their highest in July and August during which the average maximum temperatures range between 27°C and 36°C. However, in the warmest days of the summer you should expect higher temperatures during midday, especially inland (Nicosia), where it might soar towards 40°C. From September, the temperature gradually drops yet it remains rather hot. October is still warm enough and sunny and the sea water is still comfortable for swimming. The evenings in June, especially in the beginning of the month and from the end of September could be a little chilly.
    In June and September rain is considered rather unusual and in July and August it would be a surprise especially at night.
    In the mountains it is pleasantly cooler during the day and, as expected, it is colder at night.
    In December the mean daily maximum temperature inland is 18°C and the mean daily minimum is 7°C.

    What to wear in the summer
    Recommended clothes are light weight summer clothing and long sleeve linen top or shirt for evenings. It is always a wise idea to use sun protection, such as hats, sunscreen and sunglasses.

    Currency
    The currency of Cyprus is the Euro.

    Currency Exchange
    All banks operating in Cyprus offer foreign currency exchange services and quote the exchange rates of the Euro against all major foreign currencies daily. Foreign currency can also be exchanged at hotels.

    ATMs and Credit Cards
    All major banks in Cyprus have automatic teller machines (ATMs) in most towns and in the majority of the large villages. All major credit cards are accepted almost everywhere.

    Electricity supply
    The electricity supply in Cyprus is 230 volts, a.c. 50 Hz. Sockets are usually 13 amp, with 3-point plugs, square pin. Many hotels provide adaptors upon request from the reception.

    Smoking
    Smoking is prohibited in all indoor public places and night clubs.

    Opening hours
    Shops normally open around 09:00 and close around 19:00 except Wednesday afternoon (up to 15:00 hrs). During the summer period June 15th – August 31st there is an optional three hour afternoon break from 14:00 - 17:00. Shops in tourist areas, large shopping centres and department stores may stay open on weekends and public holidays as well.

    Banks are open on workdays (Monday to Friday) usually between 08.30 and 13.30. From October to April they are also open on Monday afternoon between 15.15 and 16.45. Banks are closed on weekends and public holidays. Some banks in central tourist areas are open in the afternoon specifically to provide services to tourists.

    Restaurants and cafes have varying opening hours, but lunch is most often served between 12:00 and 15:00. Dinner is served from 19:00 until late in the evening.

    Driving Side
    Driving is on the left-hand side of the road. All the international road traffic signs are in use and placed on the left-hand side of roads and highways. On roundabouts, priority is given to the right side.

    Public Holidays during the Cyprus EU Presidency
    · 15th August
    · 1st October
    · 28th October
    · 24th December
    · 25th December
    · 26th December

    Emergency Number
    Call 112, the EU-wide emergency number for police, fire department and ambulance.

    Dial Code for Cyprus: +357

    Telephone Directory Assistance: 11892, 11822, 11800, 11833, 11811.

    Site of national carrier for direct flights from main cities: http://cyprusair.com


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