Larnaca
Sign in to saveLarnaca, also spelled Larnaka, is a city on the southeast coast of Cyprus and the capital of the Larnaca District. With a district population of 155,000 in 2021, it is the third largest city in the country after Nicosia and Limassol.
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Larnaca is a city located on the southeast coast of Cyprus and serves as the capital of the Larnaca District, making it the country's third-largest city with a district population of 155,000 as of 2021. It is significant as a major population center in Cyprus, following only the cities of Nicosia and Limassol in size.
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- "Skala"from Greek: "Σκάλα"; in Turkish: "İskele"
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27 sectionsContents
- Name
- History
- Geography
- Climate
- Promenade
- Monuments
- Landmarks
- Economy
- Education
- Culture
- Arts
- Music
- Sport
- Museums
- Cuisine and seafood
- Neighbourhoods
- Transport
- Public transport
- International relations
- Twin towns – sister cities
- Consulates and consulates general
- Notable residents
- Gallery
- See also
- Notes
- References
- External links
Larnaca, also spelled Larnaka, is a city on the southeast coast of Cyprus and the capital of the Larnaca District. With a district population of 155,000 in 2021, it is the third largest city in the country after Nicosia and Limassol.
Built on the ruins of Kition, an Ancient Greek city-state and the birthplace of Stoic philosopher Zeno of Citium, Larnaca is home to the Church of Saint Lazarus, Hala Sultan Tekke, the Kamares Aqueduct, Larnaca Castle, Larnaca District Archaeological Museum, and Pierides Museum. It attracts many visitors to its beaches, as well as to Finikoudes (Φοινικούδες; Greek for "palm trees"), the city's signature seafront promenade lined with palm trees. It gives its name to the country's primary airport, Larnaca International Airport, which is situated in the neighbouring village of Dromolaxia rather than Larnaca proper. It also has a seaport and a marina.