The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (Turkish: Kuzey Kıbrıs Türk Cumhuriyeti or KKTC), commonly called Northern Cyprus, is the Turkish-dominated area in the north of the island of Cyprus
The capital of this region is also divided between the Turks and Greeks, like the country of Cyprus, and the north of the city of Nicosia, called North Nicosia, with a population of 50,000 people, is the center of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. After the military occupation of Northern Cyprus by the Turkish army, thirty thousand Turkish troops are stationed in this part of the island of Cyprus
Independence in 1960
Cyprus gained its independence from Britain in 1960, and the independent government of Cyprus declared its existence based on the participation of the Turkish and Greek communities in the administration of the island, and Britain, Greece and Turkey guaranteed the sovereignty of the Cyprus government
In 1963, representatives of the Turkish minority left the Cyprus government due to a dispute over the implementation of this agreement, and following the conflict between the two sides, the United Nations sent a peacekeeping force to the island in 1964, whose mission was to It has now been extended
In 1974, the government of Archbishop Makarios, the president of Cyprus at the time, was overthrown in a coup instigated by the Greek military government, and Turkey, citing its position as one of the guarantors of the sovereignty of Cyprus, stationed its army units in the north of this land, which practically caused This island was divided. The Turkish part of Cyprus declared independence in 1983 and named itself the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
North Cyprus is known as the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea and the fifth safest country in the world. This island is known as Paradise or the heavenly island and attracts the attention of many tourists from European countries, England, Turkey and Iran every year. Cyprus has hot and dry summers and mild winters. The moderate and Mediterranean climate of this country and on the other hand the cost-effective and cheap cost of traveling to this country attracts a large number of tourists from different places to this country. The island of North Cyprus with its mild and moderate Mediterranean climate is known as one of the best tourism potentials in the world. Also, the beautiful nature, refreshing history and green forests, bright and clear blue sea make this island a suitable accommodation for those looking for rest, relaxation, discovering the unknown, water sports (such as swimming, water pool, scuba diving, surfing, jet skis, beach volleyball) have become
In Cyprus, you can communicate with the people of this country, Cyprus was a British colony from 1878 to 1960, and its residents speak English well. Even today, England has maintained its military bases in Cyprus. If you show your ability and willingness to communicate with people even by saying a few Turkish words, you will definitely be warmly welcomed. Cypriots are usually more formal with their elders than other nationalities. Cyprus has very hospitable people. They serve all kinds of food and drinks that you want.
Just politely ask for something, however minimal, and they won't hesitate. Being on time for social appointments is a value that is highly valued in Cyprus. It is never acceptable to be late for a social meeting even by 30 to 45 minutes. In fact, you are expected to be on time and in the shortest possible time