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Larnaca Tourist Attractions: Our Top 5
Are you looking for Larnaca tourist attractions?
If so, here you will find our Top 5 tourist attractions in this beautiful district.
But, before you check out our Top 5, you might want to take a look at this…
- All Larnaca (Cyprus) Attractions Worth Visiting
- Our Favorite Places/Things to See in Larnaca Which Are Away From The Hustle and Bustle of The City
Now…
…back to our Top 5 attractions in the Larnaca district. Here they are…
- Stavrovouni Monastery
- St Lazarus Church
- Finikoudes
- Lefkara Village
- Hala Sultan Tekke
(You will need a car to reach some of these destinations. For information about renting a car on the island, visit - car rentals in Cyprus).
So, are you ready to start planning your next adventure? :-)
Yes!! Then hold on tight, let’s go! :-)
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1. Stavrovouni Monastery
The famous Stavrovouni Monastery is a Greek Orthodox monastery built on a beautiful rocky peak of the mountain Stavrovouni in the Larnaca district, near Pyrga village. It’s one of the most significant and ancient monasteries on the island!
It is believed that the monastery was founded in the 4th century by Saint Elena, the mother of the Emperor Constantine the Great...and that’s why it is considered to be one of the oldest monasteries in the world!
The location of the monastery and the route to get there are both amazing! The views from the monastery (on a clear day) are breathtaking!
So, if you decide to include an adventure to the Stavrovouni Monastery in your holiday, you will undoubtedly have the most memorable experience!
Please read the important note below!
Important Note: Please note that the monks in the Stavrovouni Monastery have very strict rules (similar to those in Mount Athos in Greece). The rules that must be followed are…
- Only men are permitted to enter the monastery, not ladies, unfortunately
- The use of cameras or video is strictly not permitted
- Men wishing to enter the monastery must be appropriately dressed at all times…long trousers (no shorts) and shirts with long sleeves. Men should have their shoulders and knees covered at all times.
However, women are permitted to enter the charming, unique, small, Church of All Saints of Cyprus. The church is located at the entrance to the parking area of Stavrovouni Monastery…so they can admire the view from there!
For more information and pictures of this lovely monastery click on the link below…
Stavrovouni Monastery, Larnaca, Cyprus2. St Lazarus Church, Square, and Museum
The impressive, stone-built, ancient church of St Lazarus lies over the tomb of the Saint and is located near the Finikoudes area in the city of Larnaca.
(From Finikoudes the church is within walking distance. In a few minutes you will be there).
It’s a 9th century church, built by the Byzantine Emperor Leo VI…a masterpiece of ancient Byzantine architecture!
It’s definitely worth a visit if you are in Larnaca city, near Finikoudes.
Also, next to this wonderful church you will find the Byzantine Museum which exhibits artifacts, religious icons, and relics.
For more information and pictures of this impressive church click on the link below…
The Church of Saint Lazarus, Larnaca, Cyprus3. Finikoudes
We have dedicated a whole section to Finikoudes because it’s one of the main attractions in Larnaca city!
If you wish to know more about the Finikoudes beach area, all you have to do is click on the link below…you will find an abundance of information and pictures…from accommodation to the nearby attractions.
For more information and pictures of the Finikoudes area click on the link below…
Finikoudes: The Beach, the Promenade, the Strip and the Hotels (Larnaca, Cyprus)4. Pano Lefkara Village
The wonderful village of Lefkara is split into Pano Lefkara (Upper Lefkara) and Kato Lefkara (Lower Lefkara).
Pano Lefkara is a picturesque and traditional village, perfect for agrotourism!
From the beautiful stone-built houses with overhanging wooden balconies and decorative doors, the narrow-cobbled alleyways, the filigree silver, and above all the famous Lefkaritiko (Lefkara lace), which is well known and admired throughout the world!
Lefkara lace (Lefkaritiko) is included in the UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage!
Please read the important note below…
Important Note: In 2021 Pano Lefkara was awarded the status of “Best Tourism Village” by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)!
For more information and pictures of the beautiful village of Pano Lefkara click on the link below…
Pano Lefkara, Cyprus: This Alley is Full of Beautiful Plants5. Hala Sultan Tekke
Hala Sultan Tekke is one of the most important Islamic pilgrimage sites in the world, since it’s considered to be the fourth holiest place in Islam following Mecca and Medina in Saudi Arabia, and Al Aqsa in Jerusalem.
A visit to this tranquil place will be a memorable experience since it combines religion, serene surroundings, and cultural heritage. So, consider including it in your holiday adventures…you have nothing to lose…but you could gain a once in a lifetime experience!
For more information and pictures of Hala Sultan Tekke click on the link below…
Hala Sultan Tekke and the Salt Lake, Larnaca, Cyprus…And that wraps up our whistle-stop tour of the best of “Larnaca Tourist Attractions”. We hope you have an excellent holiday here on our island! Enjoy :-)