The rugged Troodos Mountains, whose principal range stretches from Pomos Point in the northwest almost to Larnaca Bay on the east, are the single most conspicuous feature … See more

In much of the island, access to a year-round supply of water is difficult. This is traditionally attributed to deforestation which damaged the island's drainage system through erosion, but Grove and Rackham question this view. A network of winter rivers rises … See more

Area: Total: 9,251 km (of which 5,896 km (2,276 sq mi) are under the control of the Republic of Cyprus and of which 3,355 km (1,295 sq mi) are under military occupation by Turkey) Land: … See more

Natural hazards: moderate earthquake activity; droughts
Environment – current issues: water resource problems (no natural reservoir catchments, … See more

Despite its small size, Cyprus has a variety of natural vegetation. This includes forests of conifers and broadleaved trees such as See more

The Mediterranean climate, warm and rather dry, with rainfall mainly between November and March, favours agriculture. In general, the island experiences mild wet winters and dry hot … See more

Natural resources: copper, pyrite, asbestos, gypsum, timber, salt, marble, clay earth pigment
Land use: arable … See more