Larnaca or Larnaka, is a popular city on the southeast coast of Cyprus. The major international airport of Cyprus is located in this city. Larnaca Cyprus is the oldest city of Cyprus and was originally known as Kition, or Kittium. When you pick up your Larnaca car hire you can tour around Larnaca and witness the first settlement at the spot which was founded by Noah's grandson Khittim. Unlike other ancient cities of Cyprus, which were abandoned by their inhabitants, Cyprus Larnaca from the time of its founding 6000 years ago, has existed and still exists on the same site. In ancient times, Larnaka was known as Kition, or (in Latin) Citium. The biblical name Kittim, though derived from Citium, was in fact used quite generally for Cyprus as a whole, and occasionally by the Herbews for the Greeks and Romans. Originally the principal Phoenician colony in Cyprus, it later became a part of the Hellenistic world. The ancient site is at the north end of modern Larnaca Cyprus. The earliest remains go back to the Mycenean age and seem to mark an Aegean colony, but in historic times Citium was the chief center of Phoenician influence in Cyprus.

The advantages of Cyprus Larnaca as a tourist resort are numerous. The town is large enough to give everything one may need but still is not overcrowded especially at its beautiful beaches which extend for 25 kilometers. Summer sports, sea activities and cruises are readily available. The shops are well stocked, medical care is excellent, its cinemas are screening films simultaneously with the cinemas of Europe and the USA. The variety of restaurants, tavernas, cafeterias and bars is very great. The whole district of Larnaca has something special to offer to the visitor, including Choirocoitia, the oldest Neolithic settlement on the island, Stavrovouni Monastery and the famous church of Angeloktisti. Although very much a working city; the palm-lined waterfront promenade, ancient fort and historic quarter imbue Larnaca Cyprus with a distinct antique flavour.

Larnaca being in the center of the country is the ideal base for exploring the rest of Cyprus. Since, the city is a popular tourist destination. Accommodation is not a problem at all. You can have your resting place at hotel Larnaca offering you all amenities to make your comforts. You can book beach hotel Larnaca through us at StayResCyprus.com.