Things To Do in Larnaca

This church is a stunning example of 10th century architecture and its square tower dominates the oldest part of the town. The church is built over the tomb of St. Lazarus, a companion of Jesus who lived in ancient Kition (present day Larnaca) and became its first bishop. Embellished…

An important place of Muslim pilgrimage, this mosque was built in honor of Umm Haram, the aunt of the Prophet Mohammed, on the site of her death in 649 A.D. Her tomb rests behind railings inside. The white mosque, and in particular its tall minaret, is visible from across Larnaca’s…