 | Larnaca Today Known to be the oldest city in Cyprus, Larnaca today stands solid on its 6000 year history, along with its modern developments to be one of the main cities in the south of Cyprus today. Larnaca has the second largest seaport in the island and the largest international airport in the country, the Larnaca International Airport. Larnaca has achieved steady economic growth since the mid 1970’s, especially with a lot of international income coming in from the extensive tourist population it boasts. Majority of Cyprus’ tourist offices and agencies are based in Larnaca, and had helped boost the t |
 | Larnaca Back Then Originally known as Kition, Larnaca is the oldest city in the island of Cyprus. Its ancient history traces back almost 6000 years, with the Mycenaean Age around 1400 BC. It established itself as the main seaport with the arrival of the Greeks during the 13th Century BC. With attacks, revolts and invasions from many different people like the Turks, Greeks, Persians, Egyptians, Romans, French and the British, the influences over the culture of Larnaca is very strong and varied. The most important era in Larnaca history can be the Byzantine period, which left behind a number of noteworthy monumen |
 | Crown Resorts This is a very popular hotel resort in Larnaca, and is strategically situated only 6km away from the |  | Golden Tulip Bay Beach Hotel Overlooking the Larnaca Bay, this beachside hotel is one of the most luxurious venues to enjoy the b |
 | Grecian Park Hotel Truly living up to its name, the Grecian Park is distinctly designed in a ancient Greek tradition, w |  | Palm Beach Hotel and Bungalows This trendy and chic getaway destination strives to provide guests with a completely unique stay. Th |
 | Sandy Beach Hotel Located on one of the most beautiful beaches of Larnaca, Dhekelia beach, the hotel is a beach goer†|  | Amorgos Boutique Hotel Located in a very convenient spot by the sea closest to the city, Amorgos is a unique boutique hotel |
 | 34the Shop A very popular store on Ernau street, 34the Shop is unique in items as it is with its name. It is th |  | Debenhams This is another big UK departmental store which is popular in Cyprus. There are 10 branches of Deben |
 | Indian Treasures Originally starting business in Saudi Arabia, selling Bedouin handicrafts and ethnic items, Indian T |  | Leonarte Jewellers This is a quaint and modern jewellery store which offers exceptional quality in custom made jewelle |
 | Marks & Spencer One of the leading world-known brands in fashion and household items, the Marks & Spencer stores in |  | Fabulous Jewellers Customers can spend hours going through the huge collection of fine jewellery at this store. All pie |
 | Musical Sunday Musical Sundays take place in Larnaca on selected Sundays during the months of March and April. The |  | Larnaca Summer Festival This is one of the biggest festivals in Larnaca, when the whole city comes alive in song and dance a |
 | Feast of Pentecost Also known as The Flood Festival or ‘Kataklysmos’, the feast of the Pentecost is celebrated all |  | Epiphany This is the most important festival for the Greek Orthodox community of Cyprus. Known as ‘Kalandaâ |
 | Anthestiria Festival The Anthestiria Festival is a celebration of the beginning of spring and flowers, and the connection |  | Procession of St Lazarus This is another very important religious festival for the Greek Orthodox people of Larnaca. It is ce |
 | Hobo’s Steak House One of the best steak houses in Larnaca, Hobo’s Steak house is a non-vegetarians paradise. The res |  | Aldiana Cuisine - International Located in the Aldriana Hotel itself, the restaurant is a pleasant di |
 | Nippon Restaurant Cuisine - Japanese Nippon is a very popular Japanese restaurant that gives great quality and |  | Habibi Lebanese Restaurant Cuisine- Arabic Habibi Lebanese Restaurant is the most popular Arabic joint in the city |
 | Art Café 1900 Cuisine - Cypriot This is a very popular choice among youngsters, tourists and couples in Lar |  | Psarolimano Fish Restaurant Cuisine - Seafood/Cypriot This is a cosy little tavern which is very popular among all the pe |
 | Fast Facts -Location The Larnaca District is one of the six districts of Cyprus, and is situated on the southern coast of the country. It has the largest airport in the country, the Larnaca International Airport, and also one of the four main ports of entry, the Larnaca Marina. -Dialling code +357 -Emergency numbers Hospital Information - 1400 Air / Sea Rescue - 1441 Larnaca Police Headquarters - 00357 24 804 040 Larnaca 24 hour pharmacy – 00357 90 90 1414 Larnaca International Airport: +357 (0)2481 6130 -Population 12000 -Languages Greek, Turkish, English -Time zone EET (UTC+2) -Average January temperatures 12°C -Average July temperatures 27°C -Annual rainfall 402 mm  |
