Larnaca (pop. 22,000), is a quiet little town which has developed in recent years into a rising port with a modern marina, an airport and beautiful beaches on the southeast coast of the island. It occupies the site of the Mycenaean town of Kition, traditionally believed to have been founded by Noah's grandson, and later the birthplace of the Greek philosopher Zeno.
Next to the Larnaca Fort is the mosque of Djami Kebir, built in the 16th century. It is now known as the grand mosque of Larnaca and is still used by the Muslims in the city. Close by is another mosque, built when this was the Turkish area of Larnaca and a part of the building is now the youth hostel.
All libraries in Cyprus are open to the public for reading and local research on the premises. The use of games and strolling through the garden is free of charge.
Address: Larnaca Municipal Library, Odos Stadiou & Odos Grivas Afxentiou, Lárnaka , Cyprus
The Municipal Museum of Natural History is a small museum located in the Larnaca Municipal Gardens. Exhibits include birds, animals and insects of Cyprus.
Hours:
June 1 to September 30: 10am-1pm, 4pm-6pm; Closed: Mon
October 1 to May 31: 10am-1pm, 3pm-5pm; Closed: Mon, Mon
The Church of Ayia Phaneromeni is built next to two tombs cut out of a rock dating from 80 B.C. The church is supposed to have mystical powers to cure illnesses if the afflicted walk around it three times and leave behind a piece of their clothing.
At the far end of the road are the Public Gardens.
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