Friday, September 11, 2009

Enjoy Your Travel to Larnaca by Reserving a Car Hire

Aqueduct in Larnaca, Cyprus

Before you decide on getting car hire in Larnaca below is a travel guide from Larnaca Travel Guide to some of the best places to visit in Larnaca.

Larnaca is the international gateway to Cyprus, being its second port and having an international airport. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, and has plenty of historical sightseeing on offer to complement its deep-blue sea, bright sandy beaches and reliably sunny skies. With its 400-berth marina, Larnaca is also a favoured destination for visitors with yachts. Land-based tourists enjoy the palm-lined harbour promenade and the city's international calibre shops, inviting cafes and panoramic ocean views. The city was called Kition in the days of the Old Testament and the ruins of the ancient city can still be seen. Much of its rich archaeological heritage has been preserved and is showcased in two of its main museums. The surrounding area beyond the city is also a treasure-trove of historic ruins from the Neolithic period onwards.

Attractions

Ancient Kition
In the northwest of Larnaca are some of the ruins of ancient Kition, featuring the remains of five temples dating back to the 13th century BC. Of particular interest is the Phoenician Temple of Astarte

Church of Ayios Lazaros
The 9th-century church devoted to St Lazarus that stands in Larnaca is an important religious institution on Cyprus. Lazarus is believed to have lived at ancient Kition for 30 years after his resurrection by Jesus Christ, and was ordained Bishop of Kition by Saints Barnabas.

District Museum
Within walking distance of the town centre is the modern District Museum, which contains an interesting collection of antiquities found in the Larnaca area, dating from the Neolithic to the Roman periods. Well-lit displays feature archaeological finds from Kition.

Larnaca Medieval Museum
This fascinating and well-stocked museum is housed in the Larnaca fort on the city’s seafront. The fort was built in 1625 and was used as a prison during the early years of British rule. The fort also operates as the Larnaca Municipal Cultural Centre... see full details


Car hire in Larnaca is the best way to go around Larnaca and enjoy these wonderful tourist spots. Car hire Larnaca offers varied choices according to your car hire budget. Cheap car hire from the Larnaca airport are available.
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To know more about travel to Larnaca please visit Larnaca Travel Guide

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