Larnaka This Month July 2019 FREE COPY TOURIST AND SHOPPING GUIDE issued by Larnaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry The race has no finish line. Is your business ready for continuous transformation? By creating agile business and operating models, KPMG professionals can help your company increase its bottom line by continually delivering new value to your customers. Learn more at kpmg.com.cy Anticipate tomorrow. Deliver today. ©2019 KPMG Limited, a Cyprus limited liability company and member of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (”KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved. July 2019 The race has LARNAKΑ THIS MONTH VOLUME 193 no finish line. Tourist and Shopping Guide issued by the Larnaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry Is your business ready for CONTENTS continuous transformation? Larnaka Tourism Board this month recommends .................................4 From the Editor....................................................................................................5 Message from Larnaka’s Mayor Mr. Andreas Vyras .............................6 Message from the Larnaka Tourism Board Chairman .........................6 Larnaka City Main Attractions ..................................................................7 Rural Larnaka, European Destination of Excellence! ...........................9 That festival feelin’ .....................................................................................10 Getting sporty this summer ...................................................................11 Traditional Cypriot Recipe ........................................................................12 Museums .......................................................................................................13 Culture Diary ................................................................................................15 Shopping .......................................................................................................17 Top Tips by a Local .....................................................................................21 Useful Contacts in Larnaka .....................................................................22 Editor LARNAKA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY P.O.BOX 40287, LARNAKA, TEL. 24823855, FAX: 24628281 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.larnakachamber.com.cy By creating agile business and Larnaka this Month online at www.larnakaregion.com operating models, KPMG professionals can help your company increase its bottom Responsible under the Law line by continually delivering GEORGE PSARAS new value to your customers. Secretary-Director Learn more at kpmg.com.cy of the Larnaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry Anticipate tomorrow. Deliver today. Printed by Negresco Ltd, Tel. 24531112, Fax: 24531587 www.negresco.com.cy Larnaka Industrial Area ©2019 KPMG Limited, a Cyprus limited liability company and member of the Location: Larnaka sea KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (”KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved. 3 July 2019 From the Editor We are delighted to welcome you to Lar- naka, one of the world’s oldest continu- ously inhabited cities! As such, Larnaka is abundant in historic and archaeological places, museums and ancient places of faith. But behind the well-known attractions, Larnaka’s narrow streets are filled with hidden gems. This booklet, which is issued for the twentieth consecutive year, aims to assist you in discov- ering Larnaka “behind the scenes”. Recommendations on new points of interest, events which will entertain you and get you acquainted with the Cypriot culture and of course, valuable tips from the locals. Every piece of Larnaka offers something special and we want to show it to our esteemed visitors. What I personally love about Larnaka is the fact that it has the atmosphere of a small city and the convenience of a metropolitan area. Larnaka has qualities 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 together with numerous activities, all within a short distance. So, Larna- ka’s compact size is what makes the destination special, to- gether with other characteristics which can be revealed by reading this edition. The Larnaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry wishes you a memorable holiday! Make sure that when you de- part, your suitcase is filled with memories, nice feelings, new tastes, the stories of the locals and most of all, spiritual rejuvenation. Stavros Stavrou President of Larnaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry 5 6 LARNAKAlarnaka Thisthis 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 July 2019 Larnaka City Main Attractions Important Note: The city’s main attractions can be discovered through a two hour free guided walking tour with a professional guide, every Wednesday and Friday at 10 am, held all year round. Wednesday’s tour starts from the Τourist Information Office in Vasileos Pavlou Square and Friday’s tour starts from the Larnaka Medieval Castle. Palm Tree Promenade (Foinikoudes) One of the most cosmopolitan seafront areas in the whole of Cy- prus as it includes a number of busy cafes and restaurants. Next to this beautiful avenue lies a popular sandy beach awarded with the EU Blue Flag. Larnaka Marina & the Colonial Pier A walk on the historic Larnaka Marina Pier is a traditional social activity of the people of Larnaka. Boat trips also start from here in the Larnaka Bay or to the Zenobia wreck which is ranked amongst the world’s 5 best wreck dive sites. Larnaka Medieval Castle It was founded during the Byzantine era as the first fortification in the 12th century. A museum featuring interesting collections is located in the castle. The view from the top roof is stunning! Pierides Museum - BOC Culture Foundation This museum exhibits a fascinating private collection of Cypriot antiquities covering 9000 years of Cypriot art. Modern sculptures are exhibited in the garden of the museum. Europe Sq., Museum & Municipal Art Gallery Europe Square is decorated with the first colonial buildings the British Administration built in Cyprus in 1879, which now accom- modate the Larnaka Historic Archives Museum and the Municipal Art Gallery. Zeno of Kition Statue Great philosopher born in Larnaka (ancient Kition) in 334 B.C. and founder of the Stoic school of Philosophy. He taught that “the purpose of human existence is the virtuous life, which is the life in accordance with nature”. 7 LARNAKA This Month General Kimon’s Bust The Athenian General who aimed to free Cyprus from the Persian rule in the 5th century B.C. Known as the General who “even in death, he was victorious” because on his deathbed, he urged his officers to conceal his death from both their allies and the Persians. Saint Lazarus Church & Ecclesiastical Museum This stone build church is the most important surviving Byzantine monument in Cyprus. Built in 890 by Byzantine Emperor Leo VI on the resting place of St. Lazarus whose tomb lies under the sanctu- ary. An ecclesiastical museum which exhibits important religious artefacts is located in the back yard of the church. Traditional City Quarter (Laiki Yeitonia) The quarter of the town between Dionysos and Kosma Lysioti streets is characterised by its Cypriot traditional architecture of the early 20th century. It is a busy entertainment area worth visit- ing at night for a few drinks and a nice meal. Kyriazis Medical Museum A unique in its kind museum which