Larnaca is situated on the southern coast of Cyprus. The city is divided into two parts namely, an older city center and a chain of hotels and restaurants along the beach. The city also hosts a commercial port. The district Larnaca is one of the six districts of Cyprus. Troodos is the biggest mountain range of Cyprus that stretches across this southern part of Cyprus. The Larnaca city has population around 75,000 (2001) and is the third largest city of Cyprus in terms of population.

Climate

Cyprus measures just 240 km in length and 100 km in width. So the climate of Larnaca is same as the climate all over in Cyprus. The climate is typically Mediterranean that has significant differences in the seasons. Summers are very joyful with warm and dry weather and the winters are rainy and mild. Tourists can enjoy long hot summers from mid–May to mid–October and short dry winters from December to February, separated by short autumn and spring seasons. The beaches of Cyprus are among the cleanest and safest in the Mediterranean Sea with an average annual temperature of 20°C for the whole island.

Average temperature and rain days per month in Larnaca:

Culture

It is believed that Larnaca has a continuous history extending for 4000 years. After Roman times the city became the main port of the island. This city with picturesque sea front offers plenty of activities during major festivals. The modern Larnaca city has developed tourist culture and today, it is well known for its beautiful clean beaches, great food and vibrant nightlife.