Which religions are practiced by Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots?

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The religious landscape of Cyprus is primarily divided along ethnic lines:

  • Greek Cypriots: The majority of Greek Cypriots are Eastern Orthodox Christians. They are served by the Church of Cyprus, an autocephalous institution that has played a significant role in the island's history and national identity.12
  • Turkish Cypriots: The Turkish Cypriot community is Sunni Muslim.1

In addition to these two primary groups, there are smaller religious communities on the island, including Maronite Christians, Armenians, Roman Catholics, and Anglicans.13