Larnaca
Larnaca is the oldest city in Cyprus, with evidence of habitation dating 6000 years ago. Modern Larnaca, like other Cypriot coastal cities, is divided into an older city center and a wide sprawl of hotels and restaurants along the beach.
Larnaca is one of the major seaside resorts in Cyprus. There are numerous beaches in and around Larnaca which extend for approximately 25 km. The main Phinikoudes and McKenzie beaches both have been awarded Blue Flags for environmental cleanliness.
The archaeological sites and its six museums are in the centre of the town. Summer sports and sea activities are readily available. The shops are well stocked and medical care is good. There is a wide variety of restaurants, tavernas, cafeterias and bars catering for a variety of tastes ranging between 'traditional Irish pub' through international chains like McDonalds to local Cypriot fare. The Cypriot 'meze' is the food specialty of the town. Cultural life is rich and many events are organized by the town's municipality almost daily.
Along the Larnaca Bay there are luxurious beach hotels and also hotel apartments or holiday apartments within all price ranges. Larnaca is the ideal base for exploring the rest of Cyprus. Larnaca international airport lies a few kilometers from the centre of the town.
