Car hire Cyprus, Larnaca
The most important site of around the city of Larnaca are the ruins of Ancient Kitium. Dating back as far the 13th Century BC, The remainants of ginat Cyclopean Walls, are a striking reminder of how impotant this city has been throughout history.
Close by to Larnaca International Airport is Larnaca Salt Lake. During the winter these salt pans flood acting as a magnet for flocks of visiting flamingoes who stay throughout the winter. The lake was once an important source of sea salt for the locals.
Not far from the Salt Lake is the underground chapel of Ayia Phaneromeni. This rock cavern was believed to have once been a tomb, dating back to the times of the Phoenicians. Legend has it that the cave has magical curing properties: all the sufferer need do suffer is walk three times round the cave, leaving an item of clothing or a piece of hair at the south window.
Fort of Larnaca which was built by the Ottoman turks in the 17th Century. Now a museum, the fort and its inner courtyard are now gardens - and an open air theatre during the summer months.
The Church of Lazarus in Larnaca is a grand Orthodox Church which was over the tomb of St. Lazarus. In 890 A.D. his tomb was rediscovered from the inscription "Lazarus the friend of Christ". The marble sarcophagus can today be seen inside the church.
Close by to Larnaca International Airport is Larnaca Salt Lake. During the winter these salt pans flood acting as a magnet for flocks of visiting flamingoes who stay throughout the winter. The lake was once an important source of sea salt for the locals.
Not far from the Salt Lake is the underground chapel of Ayia Phaneromeni. This rock cavern was believed to have once been a tomb, dating back to the times of the Phoenicians. Legend has it that the cave has magical curing properties: all the sufferer need do suffer is walk three times round the cave, leaving an item of clothing or a piece of hair at the south window.
Fort of Larnaca which was built by the Ottoman turks in the 17th Century. Now a museum, the fort and its inner courtyard are now gardens - and an open air theatre during the summer months.
The Church of Lazarus in Larnaca is a grand Orthodox Church which was over the tomb of St. Lazarus. In 890 A.D. his tomb was rediscovered from the inscription "Lazarus the friend of Christ". The marble sarcophagus can today be seen inside the church.
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