Cyprus

Dhekelia is a British Overseas Territory located on the southeastern coast of Cyprus, serving as one of two Sovereign Base Areas alongside Akrotiri, covering an area of approximately 131 square kilometers. The territory features typical Mediterranean terrain with coastal plains and hills, experiencing a Mediterranean climate. Dhekelia hosts British military personnel and support staff.

Dhekelia functions primarily as a British military installation supporting regional security operations. The population includes British military personnel, UK-based contract staff, and approximately 11,000 Cypriot civilians living within the territory boundaries. Like Akrotiri, Dhekelia maintains strategic importance for British defense interests in the Eastern Mediterranean, while the surrounding land includes private farms and Ministry of Defense holdings.