Northern Cyprus is a de facto republic on the island of Cyprus, which has a rich history of being fought over by various Mediterranean civilizations. The island was administered by the Templars and later came under the control of Venice and the Ottoman Turks. After independence, the island was divided between a Greek-controlled region and […]
Cyprus is a Mediterranean island state with a rich history dating back to prehistoric times. It was a British colony until gaining independence in 1960 and joining the EU in 2004. The island has a diverse population and climate, with a majority of Greek Orthodox Christians and a Mediterranean climate. The island was invaded by […]