Nearby there are facilities to rent jet skis and windsurfers and for the more adventuresome waterskiing and paragliding. You may want to visit the local Bowling Centre which is only a 10 minute walk away where you will find a cafe, 2 floors of bowling, pool tables and a childrens play area. There are many restaurants in the vicinity catering to everyone\\\\\\\'s taste including the local Cypriot cuisine, Chinese, Indian, Mexican and British. There are also a number of night clubs close by. In downtown Larnaca you can find shops to meet all your needs. Next to the marina is a lovely promenade lined with palm trees where you can stroll and stop at one of the numerous cafes. For the children there is even a McDonalds KFC and Pizza Hut. Other family activities include visits to the Paleontology Museum, Go Karts and the Camel Park in nearby Mazatos where you can enjoy a camel ride! A 20 minute car ride from the apartment takes you to the exciting town of Ayia Napa where you can find a large

Nearby there are facilities to rent jet skis and windsurfers and for the more adventuresome waterskiing and paragliding. You may want to visit the local Bowling Centre which is only a 10 minute walk away where you will find a cafe, 2 floors of bowling, pool tables and a childrens play area. There are many restaurants in the vicinity catering to everyone\\\\\\\'s taste including the local Cypriot cuisine, Chinese, Indian, Mexican and British. There are also a number of night clubs close by. In downtown Larnaca you can find shops to meet all your needs. Next to the marina is a lovely promenade lined with palm trees where you can stroll and stop at one of the numerous cafes. For the children there is even a McDonalds KFC and Pizza Hut. Other family activities include visits to the Paleontology Museum, Go Karts and the Camel Park in nearby Mazatos where you can enjoy a camel ride! A 20 minute car ride from the apartment takes you to the exciting town of Ayia Napa where you can find a large variety of restaurants and night clubs. The sea is crystal blue in colour and as well as the many watersports available you can also scubadive. In Ayia Napa you can find Europes largest theme waterpark, \\\\\\\'Waterworld\\\\\\\'. This award winning park consists of 21 thrilling rides and attractions....not to be missed!

A community of 1800 inhabitants , situated only 10 km. from the city of Larnaca and 5km. from the international Larnaca airport. Pervolia is famous for it\'s 4km. long , attractive , unspoilt beach. The area has not been polluted and the water is crystal clear. Since ancient times , Pervolia was the resting place of the elite society , Kings and nobles . There can be found the tower of Regina ,an archeological monument with characteristic coat of the Frankish era. Yet another historical attraction of pervolia is st. Leontios church with its ancient ecclesiastic a paintings dated back to 1600 a.d . Visitors can enjoy the warm hospitality of its inhabitants and taste the delights of the Cypriot restaurants and local taverns of the village. The community has also banks , tourist shops , supermarkets , sport centers ,clinic, nursery and elementary schools. Near Pervolia you can find the Camel Park, karting

A community of 1800 inhabitants , situated only 10 km. from the city of Larnaca and 5km. from the international Larnaca airport. Pervolia is famous for it\'s 4km. long , attractive , unspoilt beach. The area has not been polluted and the water is crystal clear. Since ancient times , Pervolia was the resting place of the elite society , Kings and nobles . There can be found the tower of Regina ,an archeological monument with characteristic coat of the Frankish era. Yet another historical attraction of pervolia is st. Leontios church with its ancient ecclesiastic a paintings dated back to 1600 a.d . Visitors can enjoy the warm hospitality of its inhabitants and taste the delights of the Cypriot restaurants and local taverns of the village. The community has also banks , tourist shops , supermarkets , sport centers ,clinic, nursery and elementary schools. Near Pervolia you can find the Camel Park, karting track and Great Fun Park, just 5 minutes away by car.

Larnaca Attractions: Alpha Divers Dive Centre Alpha Divers is a scuba diving institute that specialises in scuba diving, snorkelling and water sports. For those that are not enthusiasiastic divers the centre also offers water sport activities like parasailing, waverunners, kayaking, paddleboats and aqua cycles, which can be enjoyed by the whole family. The centre is located near the famous \\\'Zenobia Ferry Wreck\\\'. Ancient Kition The Ancient Kition is located in the north west of Larnaca and features some temples that date back to 13th century B.C. The ones that are worth visiting are the Phoenician Temple of Astarte and the city walls. The ruins of the temple were built on an earlier Bronze Age temple and are dedicated to goddess Astarte. One can also find some remains of tombs made from gold, ivory and bronze. Camel Park E.P Mazotos One can enjoy a camel ride in the countryside of Mazotos village. Situated just 15 minutes away from Larnaca, the Camel Park also includes

Larnaca Attractions: Alpha Divers Dive Centre Alpha Divers is a scuba diving institute that specialises in scuba diving, snorkelling and water sports. For those that are not enthusiasiastic divers the centre also offers water sport activities like parasailing, waverunners, kayaking, paddleboats and aqua cycles, which can be enjoyed by the whole family. The centre is located near the famous \\\'Zenobia Ferry Wreck\\\'. Ancient Kition The Ancient Kition is located in the north west of Larnaca and features some temples that date back to 13th century B.C. The ones that are worth visiting are the Phoenician Temple of Astarte and the city walls. The ruins of the temple were built on an earlier Bronze Age temple and are dedicated to goddess Astarte. One can also find some remains of tombs made from gold, ivory and bronze. Camel Park E.P Mazotos One can enjoy a camel ride in the countryside of Mazotos village. Situated just 15 minutes away from Larnaca, the Camel Park also includes a play area for children, restaurant to enjoy Cyprus delicacies and swimming pool. Choirokoitia Neolithic Settlement This famous site of Larnaca highlights one of the most famous Neolithic settlements dating from 7000 B.C. Located on the main Larnaka-Lemesos road; UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1998. This site is known to be one of the best-preserved pre-historic sites of the eastern Mediterranean. Farmers here grew barley and wheat. One can view these farmer\\\'s houses, tombs and defence walls. The artifacts and remains found here are displayed at the Cyprus Museum in Nicosia. Grand Mosque - Djámi Kebír The Grand Mosque or as it is called Djámi Kebír is situated next to the Larnaca Fort. Built in the 16th century, it is still visited by the local Muslim community. A good view of the mosque can be gained through the Larnaca Fort. Hala Sultan Tekke The Hala Sultan Tekke is the grave of Umm Haram who was the wife of Ouvadas Ibn who led the invasion on the island of Larnaca in 649 B.C. Overlooking the Salt Lake, the Hala Sultan Tekke is built on the place where she died. The simple grave has now transformed in to a beautiful mosque. An extremely sacred shrine, it is visited by thousands of pilgrims every year. Salt Lake One of the main attractions of Larnaca, is the Salt Lake and it is home to nearly 80 species of migratory birds like flamingos. About 10,000 flamingos visit the lake every year around Jan-Feb. In July-Aug, the lake dries up leaving a thick crust of salt measuring up to 10cm deep. In the Middle Ages the lake was used to mine salt for commercial purposes, but now it is just a tourist attraction. Situated nearby the Salt Lake is the holy site of tomb of Umm Haram (Hala Sultan Tekke). St Lazarus Church - Áyios Lázaros This important religious institution of Larnaca was built in 9th century A.D. Devoted to St. Lazarus, he is said to have lived in Kition for about 30 years after his resurrection by Christ. It is believed that the church is erected upon the empty grave of the saint, who is actually buried in France. Eight days before Easter, the icon of Saint Lazarus is carried in a procession through the streets of Larnaca. Pierides Foundation Archaeological Museum This private museum contains findings and work of art from all over Cyprus. Collections ranging from prehistoric times, Roman Era, Byzantine empires and Middle Ages can be found here. Run by the Pierides family, it is the oldest private museum in Cyprus. Opening times: Monday - Thursday: (phone number hidden), Friday - Saturday: (phone number hidden) St Phaneromeni Church - Ayía Phaneroméni The Church of Ayía Phaneroméni was built around 80 B.C. on the Phaneromeni Avenue. Devoted to Virgin Mary, it was rebuilt on the same location in the 20th century. It is said that the Church has mystical powers and cures illness if a person walks around it three times leaving behind a piece of cloth. Address: Main highway that connects Larnaca International Airport with the city of Larnaca Phinikoudes beach One of the most famous hot spots of Larnaca, the name \\\'Phinikoudes\\\' means small palm trees, and these were planted in 1922. The area in and around the beach is popular for its cafes, restaurants, bars, hotels and mini markets. During the tourist season many facilities have been provided for visitors, such as lifeguards, sun beds, umbrellas and water sports. Statue of Zeno The famous stoic philosopher Zeno of Citium hailed from the city. It is said he began his stoic teaching after losing everything he had in a shipwreck. A famous Athenian general, Kimon, died at sea defending the city of Citium in a major battle with the Persians of Xerxes. A statue of \\\'Kimon the Athenian\\\' stands proudly on the sea front promenade of modern Larnaca. Marina Larnaca’s 200 berth yachting marina is one of its main attractions. The harbour is lined with lovely palm trees and from here you can view all the yachts and boats that are sailing in the sea. There are lots of taverna’s and cafes at the harbour for a glass of wine or a sip of your favourite coffee. Stavrovouni Monastery Stavrovouni is a hill in Cyprus, on top of which stands a Greek Orthodox Monastery. The monastery Stavrovouni was constructed on the peak of the mountain of the same name in the District of Larnaca. Stavrovouni , as the name already says , is dedicated to the Holy Cross ; it can be derived from two words \\\'stavros \\\'(cross) and \\\'vouno\\\' (mountain). According to tradition it was founded in the 4th century by Saint Helena, mother of Constantine the Great, who left a fragment of the Holy Cross to the monastery. Address: 9 km off the Nicosia - Limassol road, 40 km from Larnaca Opening Times: Daily sunrise to sunset except from (phone number hidden) in summer).