Larnaca Guide, Region and Area in Cyprus, Larnaca Property,

Larnaca in Cyprus is a region steeped in history and is just as popular in modern times as it has been throughout the centuries, right near the modern facade of shops, bars, restaurants and the famous marina which are used by many a modern day seafarers to park their luxury yachts! There are the historical reminders nearby that little port that show evidence of its popularity dating back to biblical times, the old testament calling it Kition truly reflecting on the history of the region.

The airport is been expanded shortly to pave the way for more tourists and many more flight destinations, thus opening up to an international airport to help the regions tourism and economy! This will pretty soon make investing in the region by buying a property a shrewd investment.

In the northwest of Larnaca are some of the ruins of ancient Kition, featuring the ruins of five temples dating back to the 13th century BC. Of special interest is the Phoenician Temple of Astarte, which was built on the ruins of an earlier Bronze age settlement. Other things to see and do include a trip to Ayios Lazaros church, a 9th-century church devoted to St Lazarus that stands in Larnaca.

Another option is the Larnaca Medieval Museum. This fascinating and well-stocked museum is housed in the Larnaca fort on the city sea front. 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. There is of course a lot more to see and do in the region and grabbing a tourist guide will give you all of your options!