A Guide 2 Driving in Cyprus

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Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean. With a total area of 5,895 sq km. You can drive from one side of the island to the other and back in one day. Below are a few points you need to be aware of:
 

• Driving is the same as in Great Britain on the left hand side of the road.
• Hire cars have red number plates and the registration number begins with Z.
• In all coastal areas and towns there are petrol stations with automatic pumps operating a 24 hour service. Bank notes and international credit cards are accepted.
• There is a dual-carriageway (motorway) which connects all resorts.
• Maximum speed limit is 100 kilometres on the motorway.
• Always check speed limits as mobile speed traps are common place. 
• Daytime shared taxi-service links all the main towns of Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca and Paphos.
• There is not a railway network in Cyprus.
• Tour operators in Cyprus organise day trips, excursions and tours to all the main locations. The coaches are modern and air-conditioned with tour guides in English.

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