Northern Cyprus is a self-declared state located on the northern part of the island of Cyprus. It was established in 1983 after a Turkish military intervention in 1974, which followed a coup aimed at uniting Cyprus with Greece. The region is recognized only by Turkey and has a population primarily composed of Turkish Cypriots. The capital city of Northern Cyprus is North Nicosia, which is the only divided capital in Europe. The area has its own government and institutions, but it faces economic challenges and political isolation due to its lack of international recognition.