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Cyprus is a fascinating island not only for its history and culture but also for its rich biodiversity. An interesting fact concerns the population of cats: it is estimated that there are about 1.5 million cats on the island, far exceeding the human population of around 800,000 inhabitants. These felines were introduced by the Byzantine Emperor Constantine IX in an attempt to control the proliferation of venomous snakes, making cats an iconic and beloved presence in Cyprus. 🐱
📍Tombs of the Kings Avenue, Paphos - Cyprus 🇨🇾
📸 Maksym Pozniak-Haraburda
Cyprus is a fascinating island not only for its history and culture but also for its rich biodiversity. An interesting fact concerns the population of cats: it is estimated that there are about 1.5 million cats on the island, far exceeding the human population of around 800,000 inhabitants. These felines were introduced by the Byzantine Emperor Constantine IX in an attempt to control the proliferation of venomous snakes, making cats an iconic and beloved presence in Cyprus. 🐱
📍Tombs of the Kings Avenue, Paphos - Cyprus 🇨🇾
📸 Maksym Pozniak-Haraburda