TOP Attractions in Larnaca
The present day city of Larnaca stands on the ancient city of Kition so there are many amazing archaeological sites.
With so many treasures and villages to explore this is one of the most popular resorts on the island. The airport is only 8km from the city.
Troodos Mountains Tour from Larnaca: Duration 11 hours
Admire Kykkos Monastery, its brightly colored mosaics, gold icons and well-preserved frescoes. Enjoy a traditional lunch of pita bread with souvlaki or haloumi in the village of Kalopanayiotis.
Larnaca Marina
The ‘Zinobia’ was a Swedish cargo ferry which sank at 2.30am on June 7th 1980 in Larnaka Bay.
Great for scuba diving around or visiting from Larnaca Marina which is one of the popular attractions in Larnaca.
Agios Lazarus (Saint Lazarus) Church
Agios Lazarus is one of the most visited attractions in Larnaca, built by the Byzantine Emperor Leo V1 in the 9th century and restored in the 17the century. The tomb of Agios Lazarus (Saint Lazarus) is under the sanctuary and there’s also a small museum of Byzantine art.
Larnaca Fort
On the way to Mackenzie beach is a 17th century fort. Built in 1625, during the first years of British rule it was used as a prison. It also contains a small archaeological museum.
- Kition Walls
The city-kingdom of Kition was built in 13th century BC and rebuilt in around 1200BC by the Mycenaeans - Stavrovouni Monastery
Built in 327 AD by St Helen mother of the Emperor Constantine the monastery is perched high on a mountain overlooking Larnaka. Regulations strictly forbid women entering the monastery. - Hala Sultan Tekke – Dromolaxia
This is an important Muslim Shrine and Mosque situated at the famous Salt Lake near the airport. - Kamares (Just outside Larnaka on the main road)
This is part of the aqueduct of Larnaka which was built in 1746-7 by the Ampou BekrPasa using mostly stones from Ancient Kition. The aqueduct was used until 1939. - Khirokitia
The village dates back to 6800BC and is where the first people in Cyprus lived. - Lefkara Village – 40km from Larnaka
As well as being beautiful, the village of Lefkara is very famous for its local handmade lace (lefkaritika) and for its silverware. - Angeloktisti Church (Built by the Angels)
The church is just outsied the village of Kiti and is very famous for its mosaic. It was built in the 6th century and rebuilt 5 centuries later.
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