Cypriot Family Values

::  The family is the center of the social structure.
::  The family includes he nuclear family and the extended family.
::  The extended family is expected to help their relatives.
::  Both maternal and paternal grandfathers have strong bonds with their grandchildren.
::  Elders are respected and children expect to take care of their parents when as they become old and or infirmed.

Hierarchical Society

::  Cypriots are extremely respectful of hierarchy.
::  People are respected of their age and position. Older people are viewed as wise and granted respect.
::  The oldest person in a group is revered and honoured. In a social situation, they are served and introduced first.

Religion in Cyprus

::  Freedom of religion is safeguarded in Cyprus constitution.
::  The majority of Greek Cypriots belong to the Greek Orthodox Church.
::  In small villages, women attend service more frequently than men, and elderly family members are usually responsible for fulfilling religious duties on behalf of he whole family.
::  Church attendance is less frequent in cities.
::  The majority of Turkish Cypriots are Muslims.
::  Among certain obligations for Muslims are to pray five times a day-at dawn, noon, afternoon,  sunset, and evening.