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Akrotiri Facts and Culture

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  • Cultural Attributes: Akrotiri, officially known as the Sovereign Base Areas of Akrotiri and Dhekelia, is a British Overseas Territory located on the... More
  • Family: One should not bring dishonor on the family. Parents strive to provide the young couple with a home, and perhaps... More
  • Personal Apperance: Traditional costumes are worn at folk festivals and special events, including formal visits. Generally, people dress according to occupation, ranging... More
  • Recreation: Recreation activities in Akrotiri, as a military base, aim to provide leisure and entertainment options for military personnel, their families,... More
  • Diet: Greek salad (horiatiki salata) with tomatoes, lettuce, bell peppers, feta cheese, green olives, and local herbs; moussaka, the traditional Greek... More
  • Food and Recipes: Among the items you can expect to be served are: Loukanika, coriander-seasoned sausages, soaked in red wine and smoked; Koupepia,... More
  • Visiting: Visitors often note that Akrotiri seems to be a place where 'everyone knows everyone else, or is related' This familiarity... More
  • Dating: Arranged marriages have largely disappeared, but some parents still exert a strong influence on the choice of spouse. Marriage is... More

Akrotiri Facts

What is the capital of Akrotiri?

Capital Episkopi Cantonment (base administrative center for Akrotiri and Dhekelia)
Currency Euro (EUR)
Total Area 47 Square Miles
123 Square Kilometers
Location Eastern Mediterranean, a peninsula on the southwest coast of Cyprus
GDP - per capita (PPP) $0.00 (USD)

Akrotiri Demographics

What is the population of Akrotiri?

Languages English, Greek
Population - note approximately 18,195 on the Sovereign Base Areas of Akrotiri and Dhekelia including 11,000 Cypriots and 7,195 Service and UK-based contract personnel and dependents
Urban Population 0.000000

Akrotiri Government

What type of government does Akrotiri have?

Executive Branch chief of state: King CHARLES III (since 8 September 2022)

previous chief of state: Queen ELIZABETH II (6 February 1952 - 8 September 2022)

head of government: Administrator Air Vice-Marshal Peter J.M. SQUIRES (since 1 September 2022)

note - administrator reports to the British Ministry of Defense and is also Commander, British Forces Cyprus (BFC); the chief officer, an appointed civilian, is responsible for the day-to-day running of the civil government of the Sovereign Base Areas

elections/appointments: the monarchy is hereditary; administrator appointed by the monarch on the advice of the Ministry of Defense
Constitution history: presented 3 August 1960, effective 16 August 1960 (The Sovereign Base Areas of Akrotiri and Dhekelia Order in Council 1960 serves as a basic legal document)

amendments: amended 1966

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Akrotiri Geography

What environmental issues does Akrotiri have?

Climate Temperate; Mediterranean with hot, dry summers and cool winters
Environment - Current Issues Shooting around the salt lake; note - a breeding place for loggerhead and green turtles; the only remaining colony of griffon vultures is on the base.

Akrotiri Economy

How big is the Akrotiri economy?

Economic Overview Economic activity is limited to providing services to the military and their families located in Akrotiri. All food and manufactured goods must be imported.
Currency Name and Code Euro (EUR)

Akrotiri News and Current Events

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