About Larnaca

Situated in southern Cyprus, the great number of sarcophagi (larnakes in Greek) that have been discovered at Larnaca may have given rise to the city’s name. The city is beside a salt lake that fills with flamingos each winter, to bring a splash of colour when the sun isn’t as strong. Local cuisine in the city’s many fine restaurants or fresh fish eaten beach side are highlights.

Places to see in Larnaca

• Dive down deep and visit the fascinating wreck of the Zenobia or non-divers can enjoy a peek from a glass bottomed boat
• Finikoudes Beach is the main town beach offering soft sand and a great selection of places to eat and drink
• Historians will love the Neolithic site of Choirokoitia and Larnaca’s medieval fort that is said to rival the fort at Paphos