Cyprus (often misspelled as “cypress”) is an island country in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, south of Turkey and close to the Middle East region.

Quick Scoop: Where is Cyprus the country?

  • Cyprus is an island nation in the eastern Mediterranean Sea.
  • It lies about 40 miles (65 km) south of Turkey and roughly west of Syria and Lebanon, northwest of Israel, north of Egypt, and east of Greece.
  • Geographically it sits in West Asia / the Middle East, but politically it is closely linked with Europe and is considered a European country.
  • The capital city is Nicosia, which is also the country’s largest city.

If you’re picturing a map of Europe and the Middle East, look to the far eastern side of the Mediterranean, just under Turkey and a bit to the left of Syria and Lebanon.

Extra fast facts

  • Region: Eastern Mediterranean / West Asia.
  • Nearby countries (across the water): Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Israel, Egypt, Greece.
  • Type of country: Republic, island state.

TL;DR: Cyprus the country is not a tree—it's an island nation in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, just south of Turkey and near the Middle East, but politically aligned with Europe.

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