larnaca town
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Larnaca is a city situated on the east coast of Cyprus. The
major international airport, Larnaca International Airport
is located in this city. In ancient times, Larnaca was known
as Kition, or (in Latin) Citium. The biblical name Kittim,
though derived from Citium, was in fact used quite generally
for Cyprus as a whole, and occasionally by the Jews for the
Greeks and Romans. Larnaca is colloquially known as "Skala"
(Greek: Σκάλα).It has a population of 72,000 (2001)
and is the island's second commercial port and an important
tourist resort. To the north of the town lies the island's
oil refinery, while to the south of Larnaca the
International Airport is situated.
The city of Larnaka is well-known for its picturesque
sea-front which includes rows of palm trees (oi finikoudes,
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Much of the activity is centred around the city promenade
during the major festivals. The most important of these for
the city of Larnaka is Kataklysmos or the Festival of the
Flood, celebrated in early summer with a series of cultural
events.
Festivals - The most important of these for the city of
Larnaka is Kataklysmos or the Festival of the Flood,
celebrated in early summer with a series of cultural
events.A famous Athenian general, Kimon, died at sea
defending the city of Citium in a major battle with the
Persians of Xerxes. On his deathbed, he urged his officers
to conceal his death from both allied and Persians. The
quote "Και Νεκρός Ενίκα" ("Even in death he was victorious")
refers to Kimon. A statue of "Kimon the Athenian" stands
proudly on the sea front promenade of modern Larnaca. |
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restaurant guide
The palm fringed Larnaca seafront is lined with welcoming
cafes, bistros and restaurants. There are some very good
fish tavernas to choose from and Militzis does a delicious
local meze.
Also recommended are Kalifatzia Restaurant, off the seafront
near St Lazarus Church, Casa Mia on the Dekhelia Rd and The
Promenade and The Castle on Mackenzie Beach..
Most Restaurants are open all year. |
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