Cyprus, the third largest island in the Mediterranean, has a rich and tumultuous history shaped by its strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Its history stretches back over 9,000 years, beginning with Neolithic settlers and passing through periods of domination by major ancient civilizations, including the Mycenaeans, Phoenicians, Assyrians, Egyptians, and Persians. The island became heavily influenced by Greek culture during the Hellenistic period, particularly af...
