Crops include fruits, wheat, barley, carrots and other vegetables, tobacco, and green fodder. Men handle most of the agricultural chores, but during harvest time the whole family helps with the farming duties. Those who prefer an urban lifestyle can find homes and plentiful jobs in the towns. The homes in Cyprus are typically made of wood or stone. They usually have two stories and flat roofs.
Animals share the lower floor along with storage facilities.
Cyprus's excellent educational system provides free elementary education, for at least three of the five-year secondary education program, and technical training. As a result, there is very little illiteracy on the island. Because no universities exist on Cyprus, many Turkish Cypriot students attend universities in Turkey, Britain, or the United States. Thanks to the healthy climate and well-organized health services, the people are generally healthy and the island, as a whole, is free of major diseases such as malaria and tapeworm cysts. Craftsmen skilled in calligraphy, ceramics, and metalwork help keep the Turkish culture alive in Cyprus.