About Larnaca City

Larnaka is a small seaport, and popular resort. It is the third largest city of Cyprus. It is located on the southeast coast, approximately in 70 km from Limassol.
The history of Larnaka ascends to pre-Christian times. During antiquity epoch Greek city Kition has been located on territory of modern Larnaka. According to local legend, it has been founded by one of legendary Noah grandsons - Kittim.
Today Larnaka is one of the most popular resorts of the island. Coast of Larnaka is a continuous chain of wonderful beaches. The most famous one is Mackenzie beach. The quay Finikudes - ` Palm prospectus ` has settled down nearby, favourite vacation and walks spot, it is possible to sit in small charming restaurant, bar or tavern, to try tasty fish dishes and ` meze `. To the east from Larnaka the tourist zone with comfortable hotels is located. There are plenty of them and for all tastes and budgets. Here are smart 5-stars hotels and cosy 3-stars.

Basic information

Larnaka is still known as a place for diver's holidays and festivals. Water activities are highly developed - diving, windsurfing, paraplane flying,yachting. It will be interesting for children to visit a small amusement park where they can enjoy the attractions.

Nature

The climate is Mediterranean. Average temperature in winter is +16С, in summer + 28С, water temperature in winter - +16С, in summer +24С.
Nature lovers can visit famous Salt Lake which is in 5 km from the city. Accosding to legend St. Lazarus has turned a person, refused to give him grapes cluster, to a lake. It is possible to see here representatives of local fauna - amazing flamingos.

Infrastructure

Sights of Larnaka:
- The Church of Lazarus (Agios Lazaros) is another magnificent Orthodox Church in Larnaca which was built in the town over the tomb of St. Lazarus, the brother of Mary and Martha. He died here and was buried in the church named after him. In 890 A.D. his tomb was found bearing the inscription "“Lazarus, bishop of Larnaca. Four days dead. Friend of Jesus.” The marble sarcophagus can be seen inside the church under the Holy of Holies.;
- An archaeological museum of Larnaka;
- Church Panaja Angeloсtisti on a legend has been constructed by angels;
- Stavrovuni friary. Is on the Cross mountain, it is one of the oldest monasteries of Cyprus. It is closed for visiting;
- Excavation of the city-state Kition;
- Tekke Hala Sultan mosque is one of the most important in the world of Muslim relics (1816);
- Pieridis museum, is in one of few remained country houses of XIX-th century. Here the big collection of ceramics, products from glass, samples of clothes, furniture and the weapon of different epoch, beginning from neolith to Middle Ages is presented.

Distances
•   √ Airport
•   √ Sea

Transport
•   √ Bus
•   √ Plane
Reservoirs and beaches
•   √ Sea:
•   √ Entrance - shallow
•   √ The water is clean
Climate
•   √ Maritime
•   √ Mediterranean
Food & Drink
•   √ Cafe
•   √ Restaurants
Beauty & Health
•   √ SPA
Shopping
•   √ Souvenir shops
Entertainment
•   √ Discos
•   √ Museums
•   √ Water activities
Events
•   √ Festivals
•   √ Holidays
Sport
•   √ Water sports
•   √ Other names
•   Language (official and spoken): Greek
•   Population: 141 000
•   √ Power supply (voltage, socket type)
•   √ Religion
•   Telephone code: +357 24
•   √ Time zone (+00:00 GMT)
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•   √ The safest
Sights and excursions
•   √ Large quantity
Location type
•   √ Beach
•   √ Popular
•   √ Romantic
•   √ Sightseeing
•   √ Youth
Location level
•   √ High level
Target audience
•   √ Adults
•   √ Families
•   √ Groups of friends
•   √ Seniors
•   √ Solo traveler
•   √ Young people