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CYPRUS – LANGUAGE, RELIGION AND PLACES OF WORKSHIP


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Language

The word “Cypriot” is often used with the prefix “Greek” or “Turkish” which identify the two major cultural groups that make up the Island's population. The main languages spoken are Greek, Turkish and English as the Island used to be a British Colony. However in recent times due to the diverse range of travellers' visiting Cyprus, Russian has now become another popular language which is spoken in many of the tourist areas.

Average Temperatures

Cyprus has no dangerous infectious diseases. Visitors do not require any vaccinations to travel to Cyprus.

Religions

The majority of Greek-Cypriots are Greek-Orthodox Christians. For most Greek Cypriots, religion revolves around certain customs and rituals at home, adoration of icons, and strict observance of certain festivities marked by the Orthodox calendar. Easter is a “Huge” focal point of the church year, where after a 40 day fasting period for Lent, is followed with a “Good Friday” procession and return back to Church for an Easter vigil. The Turkish-Cypriot community is predominantly Muslim and most of the events take place in the north of the Island. Other denominations are represented on the island, including Armenians, Maronites, English Anglican Church and Roman Catholics.

Churches

In Cyprus, you will find many Churches in all towns and villages, each one devoted to a different Saint, or to the Virgin Mary. Most people attend Church during festivities such as Christmas, Easter, weddings, christenings, funerals or on Sundays. Apart from the many Churches there are also many Monasteries which can be dated back to thousands of years ago. Whilst visiting any Church or Monastery, out of respect, please avoid pointing to icons with your fingers or standing with your back towards them. Ideally men should enter in long trousers, and women should wear skirts and not very short dresses. Sleeveless tops should be avoided in all cases.

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