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English
is the second language and is widely spoken. A greater Knowledge of French
and German is increasingly noticeable.
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Cyprus
time zone runs 2 hours forward on UK time throughout the year.
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The currency of the Republic of Cyprus is the Euro.
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Banks
in Cyprus open for the, public from 08:30 to 12:30 midday. Certain banks in
tourist areas open during the afternoon.
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The
voltage on the island is 240 Socket outlets are of flat 3 pin-type.
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All
types of medication are available in well-stocked pharmacies all over
Cyprus.
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Telephone:
Cyprus automatic telephone dialing system reaches 206 countries. Phonecards
can be purchased from Post Offices, kiosks and souvenir shops.
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It
is forbidden to remove antiquities from the bottom of the sea, or to take
any antiquities out of Cyprus without a special export licence.
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Visitors
should respect ecclesiastical tradition and avoid wearing shorts and
sleeveless garments in churches and monasteries.
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Public
holidays: January 1,6, March 25, April 1, May 1, August 15, October 1, 28,
December 24, 25, 26. There are, another four public holidays whose dates are
variable. These are: Green Monday (50 days before the Greek Orthodox
Easter), Good Friday and Easter Monday (Greek Orthodox Easter) and
Pentecost.
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Cruises
to Egypt and the Holy Land can be taken on one of the many comfortable
cruise ships which offer full board accommodation and entertainment at very
reasonable prices.
