A trip to Larnaca

Many people found that their funds were insufficient to allow the usual summer holiday to take place in 2009, because of the continuing financial crisis. If you had to make this grievous sacrifice this year, then you might like to consider taking a wintertime break instead, and why not choose Larnaca as the perfect place to unwind?

There are a whole host of reasons to visit Larnaca in winter. First of all, you will find that many holidays are cut price during this off peak season, and flights to such sunny southern climbs are available very cheaply from websites belonging to holiday making companies such as Fly Monarch.

Also, one of Larnaca''s most prized sites of extraordinary natural beauty, the Larnaca Salt Lake, is simply not available to see during the tourist heavy summer months. The Lake dries up in early May, and doesn''t reappear until the end of October. Furthermore, if you visit the Lake between November and March you will find its shores inhabited by the migrated Flamingos - an unforgettable sight.

History buffs will enjoy exploring some of the areas most interesting theological sites. The Ottoman Mosque - Hala Sultan Tekke - houses the famous tomb of Umm Haram who was the foster mother of the prophet Mohammed. The mosque was constructed in her honour, and still forms one of Larnaca''s most striking architectural features today.

For an alternative theological destination, and further evidence of Larnaca''s cultural diversity, The Church of St Lazarus in the medieval area of Finikoudes is also worth a look.

For further details about Larnaca''s colourful cultural heritage you should check out the two main history museums, which provide plenty of detail about the area.

Famous for its jewellery, Cyprus is a great destination for all those with a magpie''s eye for all that glitters. Hopeful shoppers should head straight to Larnaca''s most famous jewellery store - Oro Fino Jewellery. This shop is renowned for its excellent customer service and offers discounts and promotions of up to 50% off at any time of year.

Larnaca is also a great place just to relax. Its streets are charming and just spending a day or two wandering around will allow you to soak up the atmosphere as well as sampling some of the finest local produce available in small family-owned restaurants and from market stalls scattered throughout the area. For relaxation purposes, and to experience the best of Larnaca''s heady historical atmosphere, avoid the hustle and bustle of summer and visit Larnaca over the festive winter period.

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Kelley Herrlich likes to have a few short holidays a year. Next year, the whole family is off to Gibraltar during the Spring holidays thanks to the cheap flights offered by Monarch.

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