Larnaca, (Greek: Λάρνακα, Turkish: Larnaka) is a city on the east coast of Cyprus.
The major international airport of Cyprus, Larnaca International Airport is located in this city.
Larnaca has a population of 72,000 (2001) and is the island's second commercial port and an important tourist resort. To the north of the town lies the island's oil refinery, while to the south of Larnaca the International Airport is situated.
The city of Larnaka is well-known for its picturesque sea-front which includes rows of palm trees (oi finikoudes, in the Cypriot dialect). Much of the activity is centred around the city promenade during the major festivals.
