Border Crossings in Cyprus
September 18, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under North Cyprus Guide, Stats and Facts, Tourist Information
Since 2003, the north and south of Cyprus have been accessible to each other via several checkpoints along the Green Line, all of which were opened as part of efforts aimed at reuniting the two Cypriot communities.
Today Europeans and Cypriots are able to use several border crossings in Cyprus, whether it’s to shop, trade or work. Currently there are 6 checkpoints open to pedestrians and/or traffic and below we will detail these for you. It’s worth noting that another checkpoint in Yeşilirmak on the far north-western tip of Cyprus could be set to open shortly and we will keep you up to date on that! Read more
New Government for 2009!
April 24, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under North Cyprus Guide, Stats and Facts
On Sunday the 19th of April 2009, around 160,000 voters went to the polls in North Cyprus to elect their chosen government. After 6 years in power, CTP (Republican Turkish Party) were ousted in favour of UBP (National Unity Party). Read more
LEFKOŞA, North Cyprus
January 22, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under Lefkosa, Regions
Lefkoşa, Nicosia or Lefkosia …all names for the last remaining divided city in the world, located in the centre of Cyprus. Lefkoşa is a large city with many districts, and we’ll give you a brief introduction to the heart of the city and its history. Read more
Population of North Cyprus
January 20, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under North Cyprus Guide, Stats and Facts
The last Census to be held in North Cyprus was on 30th April 2006, when everyone residing or holidaying in North Cyprus was required to stay at their place of residence so that the population could be counted. Read more
Economy & Industry in North Cyprus
January 20, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under North Cyprus Guide, Stats and Facts
The economy in North Cyprus is severely hampered by its continuing isolation and the embargoes placed upon it. It relies heavily on Turkey for economic and monetary support. In recent years the construction industry has played in a big part in North Cyprus’ developing fortunes.
Government & Politics in North Cyprus
January 20, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under North Cyprus Guide, Stats and Facts
In North Cyprus, politics is part of everyday life, and you will find that Turkish Cypriots talk politics a lot – in coffee shops, on business premises, village squares and even over games of backgammon. With something like 14 political parties in North Cyprus, you can expect to see plenty of rallies and cars driving around towns with their loudspeakers blaring out campaign messages and slogans!
Recent History of Cyprus
January 20, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under History, North Cyprus Guide
The recent history of Cyprus is almost as turbulent as the island’s ancient history, and it has resulted in us living on a divided island to this day. There are many books written about the Cyprus Divide and we can only suggest that knowledge is sought by yourselves in to how this divide came to be.
Below we state what is known and agreed upon, but should you be interested to know more and read various individual’s opinions on the complex and highly emotive subject then please visit our books section for some well researched material on the matter. We have gained most of our information from the CIA World Factbook.
Recent History
The entire island of Cyprus is a former British colony; after many years of resistance to the ongoing British rule the island gained its independence in 1960 after the signing of the Treaty of Zurich, which also was designed to protect the rights of the Turkish Cypriot population. The treaties guarantors were Turkey, Great Britain and Greece. Read more