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- English is the second language and is widely spoken. A greater knowledge of French and German is increasingly noticeable.
- The currency of the Republic is the Euro
- Banks in Cyprus open for the public from 08:30 to 1:00pm. Certain banks in tourist areas open during the afternoon.
- The voltage on the island is 240 Socket outlets are of flat 3 pin-type.
- All types of medication are available in well stocked pharmacies all over Cyprus.
- Telephone : Cyprus automatic telephone dialing system reaches 206 countries. Timecards can be purchased from Post Offices, kiosks and souvenir shops.
- There are two international airports in Cyprus, at Larnaca and Paphos.
- The two main ports are in Limassol and Larnaca.
- Around 30 airlines connect Cyprus directly with most European and Middle-East countries, which provide ongoing services to anywhere in the world.
- Cyprus is a full member of the European Union
Public holiday
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January 6:
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March 25:
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December 24:
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All Public Services, private enterprises, banks and shops are closed on Public Holidays. In resort and coastal areas, however, shops and certain services remain open. Banks are closed on Easter Tuesday but not on Dec. 24.
Medical facilities
The health facilities in Cyprus are of a high standard. The latest technologies and operating techniques are standard practice, with heart bypass surgery and kidney transplantation operations routine in the islands hospitals. The accident and emergency departments of all the hospitals are manned with English-speaking personnel, but it's advisable to seek the assistance of an interpreter for more complex medical matters. Emergency treatment in the Accident and Emergency department, is free to tourists.
New Year's Day
Epiphany Day
Green Monday
Greek National Day
Greek Cypriot National Day
Good Friday
Easter Monday
Labor Day
Pentecost-Kataklysmos
Assumption
Cyprus Independence Day
Greek National Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Boxing Day
Cyprus Currency
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