Spending long dreamy days on one of Larnaca’s perfect beaches, before heading to a traditional taverna to enjoy Cypriot meze and local wine, could be the perfect Mediterranean holiday. And thanks to Larnaca’s long history there is much more to see and do. Visit the church of Agios Lazarus, an important Orthodox pilgrimage site housing the tomb of St Lazarus. Larnaca Fort, originally built by the Venetians in the 15th Century, features a small museum detailing the history of the island, and affords splendid views of the town. Going even further back in time, Kition is an underground complex of temples dating from 1300BC, and part of the ancient wall is still visible.
The nightlife in Larnaca is focused around the seafront and palm-lined promenade. Tavernas, cafes and bars are in abundance here, several of which have live music and discos. The town also has three cinemas and a clutch of excellent restaurants. In the city centre an area just off the main promenade called "Laiki Yeitonia" fulfils the need for most Bars and Small scale Nightclubs. Club Memphis is the most popular of these, along with Scaliano.
The Church of St. Lazarus (Ayios Lazaros Sq), an Orthodox church dating to the 9th century, is reputedly built around the tomb of the biblical Lazarus, brother of Mary. The Larnaca Salt Lake is to the west of town near the airport. In winter (November to March), flocks of pink flamingos can be seen here. The Hala Sultan Tekke mosque is perched by the side of the Salt Lake.