1. Location
The crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. One of the most beautiful Mediterranean spots ideal for both business and pleasure.
2. Weather
The sun shines for more than 330 days of the year. The climate can be totally different near the sea from what is in the mountains at a distance of less than an hours drive.
Cyprus is one of the few countries all over the world where you can snow ski and swim in the same day.
3. High Standards of life
A high European level standard of life, giving the ability to enjoy life at its full.
4. Low cost of living
Cyprus has a relatively low cost of living compared to many European countries.
The low cost of living together with the high standards of life allows a full but comparatively inexpensive lifestyle.
5. Safety
Crime in Cyprus is, comparatively, at a very low level. The Police are always ready to assist anyone who needs help.
In case of emergency, one may telephone 199 or 112 (in all towns). All policemen speak good English.
6. Legal system
The legal system is generally based on common law and our legislation is, to a large extent modelled on the English legislation as Cyprus used to be a British colony.
7. Education
Besides the Governmental schools that are of a high standard there are many English and Russian private Schools.
8. Places of interest
Cyprus is full of interesting places to visit like unique Archaeological sites, Museums, Churches and Monasteries etc.
9. Medical system
Government General Hospitals and Private clinics/hospitals are mostly concentrated in urban areas, while health centres, sub-centres, and
dispensaries function in the rural areas, providing a network to meet the medical needs of the whole population.
10. European Union Member
As from 1st May 2004, Cyprus is a full member of EU.