Nicosia in Greek, LefkoÅŸa in Turkish) is the centrally located capital of Cyprus and by far the largest city on the island. It also acts as a separate administrative capital for the Nicosia district. The municipality of Nicosia only governs the central portion, however the city now sprawls for several kilometers and has engulfed several surrounding villages and settlements. Its population hovers around the 250,000 mark but the city has a feel of one much larger. It is the administrative and financial hub of the island as well as home to several universities, colleges and other educational establishments. It also hosts most foreign embassies and offshore companies . Along with its international students and foreign workers it has developed a truly cosmopolitan feel.