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Facing october 2017 LARNAKA THIS MONTH challenges in VOLUME 180 A tourist and Shopping Guide rapidly-changing issued by the Larnaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry CONTESTS markets? From the Editor................................................................................................... 5 Message from Larnaka’s Mayor Mr. Andreas Vyras ...................................................................................... 6 KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Message from the Larnaka Tourism Board Chairman ........................ 6 Audit, Tax and Advisory LARNAKA: History and places to see ......................................................... 7 services. 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All rights reserved. 3 LarnakaLarnaka Tourism Tourism Board Board thisthis month month recommends: recommends: ExperienceLarnaka the Traditional world’s Gastronomic best wreck Route dive site TheSet Zenobia, in rolling which hillside, is considered mountainous the Larnaka best wreck is a uniquediving siteblend in theof world, picturesque will once beauty, again rich be celebratedhistory and in authentic June 23-30. flavours, all Duringcaptured the event, in quaint a series villages of interesting whose narrow activities streets to bothand stone-divers andbuilt, the court-yardedgeneral public houses will be have organised defied including:time. FreeThe cruises Larnaka for theGastronomic public to the Route Zenobia aims with to Glassintroduce Bottom the Boats. local 30%customs, Discount cuisine on Diving and cultureSessions of theto the small Zenobia mountain Wreck communi & Wreck- Specialtyties to visitors,Course. whist actively supporting their role in uphold- Underwatering the island’s Video traditions. Competition with Prizes. UnderwaterThe route passesWorld Photographythrough the picturesque & Painting Exhibitions.villages of Skarinou, Lefkara, Kato Drys, Vavla, Odou, Agioi Vavatsinias, Choirokoi- Underwater scooters demonstration. tia and Agios Theodoros. The workshops included in the route SUPprepare Downwinder traditional to the products Zenobia. such as halloumi and anari, tra- Masschanas, Dive honey,to the Zenobia.palouzes, shiousioukkos, local sweets, hand- Conferencemade pasta, "Artificial donkey Reefs milk Management. products, olives, Prospects carob and syrup Benefits and forother Diving authentic Tourism". traditional delicacies. For more information www.zenobiaweek.com More information about Larnaka in www.larnakaregion.com More information about Larnaka in www.larnakaregion.com octoberjune 2015 2017 5 FROM THE EDITOR LarnakaLarnaka Tourism Tourism Board Board thisthis month month recommends: recommends: We are delighted to welcome you to Larnaka, our unique charming region! Experience the world’s best wreck dive site Larnaka is a destination which offers all The Zenobia, which is considered the best wreck diving site in possible amenities, but on the other hand, the world, will once again be celebrated in June 23-30. it has plenty of hidden gems. And that is During the event, a series of interesting activities to both divers why the Larnaka Chamber of Commerce and the general public will be organised including: and Industry is, for the sixteenth consecutive year, Free cruises for the public to the Zenobia with Glass Bottom Boats. issuing the “Larnaka This Month” edition. We want to 30% Discount on Diving Sessions to the Zenobia Wreck & Wreck recommend to you places and attractions worth vis- Specialty Course. iting and interesting monthly events which will not Underwater Video Competition with Prizes. only entertain you but will also get you acquainted Underwater World Photography & Painting Exhibitions. with the Cypriot culture. Every piece of Larnaka offers Underwater scooters demonstration. something special and we want to show it to our SUP Downwinder to the Zenobia. esteemed visitors. Mass Dive to the Zenobia. What I personally love about Larnaka is the fact that Conference "Artificial Reefs Management. Prospects and Benefits it has the atmosphere of a small city and the conven- for Diving Tourism". ience of a metropolitan area. Larnaka has qualities For more information www.zenobiaweek.com that distinguish the region from other holiday resorts. You can rarely find a place which combines historic attractions, the commercial centre, cosmopolitan promenades and blue-flag awarded beaches togeth- er with numerous activities, all in a single area. So, Larnaka’s compact size is what makes the destina- tion special together with other characteristics which can be revealed by reading this edition. Wishing you a memorable holiday ... and make sure you truly experience Larnaka to its fullest! More information about Larnaka in Othonas Theodoulou www.larnakaregion.com President of Larnaka Chamber More information about Larnaka in of Commerce and Industry www.larnakaregion.com 5 6 LARNAKAlarnaka this this monthmonth Message from Larnaka’s MayorMayor Mr. Andreas VyrasLouroutziatis It is with a great pleasure that I welcome you all to our beautiful city Larnaka. A city with a con- tinuous and uninterrupted history. Larnaka is the third largest city of the Republic of Cyprus in terms of population. It hosts the main international airport, a port and a nice marina for yachts. It has clean sandy beaches with clear blue waters and an efficient tourist infrastruc- ture. The town is organized with everything that a large city can offer. The development plan of the city is extremely ambitious and it is already turning the wider Larnaka area into a field of investments and opportunities. The regeneration projects will unify the city center promenade with the popular palm tree –finikoudes pleasure and entertainment area. Furthermore, a number of other projects in the city are already under materialization and I urge you to find out about them by enjoying a walk in the city. Larnaka is worth visiting! Message from the Larnaka Tourism Board Chairman Mr. Dinos Lefkaritis On behalf of the Larnaka Tourism Board, I would like to warmly welcome you to the lovely coastal region of Larnaka! Larnaka is considered to be Cyprus’s oldest town. With a history of 10.000 years, Larnaka is the gateway to Cyprus and a magical blend of old and new. From its traditional architecture, authentic taverns and local handicrafts to its cultural sites and religious monuments, old Larnaka is an evocative glimpse into a Cyprus past. New and modern Larnaka harmoniously intertwines with the elements of ancient Kition and offers the cosmopolitan visitor beautiful sandy beaches, a bustling promenade lined with cafes and restaurants, brand-name shopping, advanced infra- structure and every conceivable amenity. Larnaka has numerous landmarks and unique places of inter- est. This useful edition shall enable to you discover Larnaka’s hidden treasures and make the most out of your stay! 6 october 2017 june 2015 7 LARNAKA: Historical and