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| Cyprus, is an island republic in the northeast corner of the Mediterranean Sea. It lies about 40 miles (64 kilometers) south of Turkey and 60 miles (97 kilomters) west of Syria. Geographically, Cyprus is part of Asia. But its people live much like southern Europeans and have a standard of living second only to Israel's in the eastern Mediterannean area. Cyprus is a scenic country noted for its hilltop castles, old churches, beaches, and rugged mountains. Nicosia is the capital city. |
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