kypros
Kypros is the Greek name for the island nation commonly known in English as Cyprus. The toponym derives from copper, kypros in ancient Greek, reflecting the island’s historic copper resources and trade.
Geography and political status: Kypros lies in the Eastern Mediterranean, south of Turkey and west of the
History: The island has been inhabited since prehistoric times and has seen rule by ancient Egyptians, Assyrians,
Demographics and culture: The population comprises Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots, with Greek and Turkish as