Immerse yourself in Larnaka region's cultural treasures and unique attractions through a series of innovative virtual and interactive experiences 

Interactive

Larnaka Storytelling Statues

Listen to Larnaka statues, busts and monuments tell their story in their 'own' words by simply scanning the QR code on participating monuments to receive a (free) 'call-back'* on your smart device. The monuments recount their unique tales in English or Greek and offer a fascinating insight into the personalities and events that shaped Larnaka region's long and rich history.

Look out for the statues in the city centre and beyond - identified by the Larnaka Storytelling Statues logo - and simply scan. Can you find them all? 

Watch the introduction video here.

Read more here.

The initiative won a Gold award at the 'Cyprus Tourism Awards 2021'.

*There is no charge for receiving the 'call' as it is not connected to telephony.

Virtual

Larnaka 360° Cultural Walk

Virtually explore Larnaka city centre, the parallel promenade and surrounding areas, which are filled with cultural treasures, natural attractions, archaeological wonders... and much more! This highly comprehensive and interactive virtual tour is ideal as a preparatory guide for what you can experience when visiting Larnaka city, and for planning a self-guided tour, or for using whilst physically touring as a virtual ‘tour guide’. Included is detailed information for each attraction, ariel views and bonus audio-visual material such as linking to the Larnaka Storytelling Statues and Larnaka Virtual Museums platforms. Start your tour here!

Rural Larnaka Honey Villages Virtual Route

The popular cluster of beekeeping and honey producing villages that are collectively branded as ‘Rural Larnaka Honey Villages’ can now be toured virtually, from themed nature trails and parks, to beekeeping experiences, crafts and exhibits. You can immerse yourself in the charm of the villages at home, or use the platform as a virtual tour guide when exploring them first-hand.  Take the tour here.

Agia Eleni and the Holy Cross in Cyprus Virtual Route

The significant religious history of Agia Eleni (Saint Helena); mother of Emperor Constantine the Great, and her arrival on the island is now captured with a virtual tour of the areas in Larnaka that the Royal Mother visited, and the churches that were founded with the piece of the Holy Cross that she left at each site.

As well as interesting facts about her journey, you can also explore the churches of the area, including their interiors and artefacts. Start the tour here.

Larnaka Virtual Museums

Take a tour of nine of Larnaka region's unique and interesting museums with added, enriched content, including 3D renditions and supporting audio and video content. Ideal as an introduction to some of the most popular museums in the city and rural communities in lieu of a visit, as well as an interactive way to discover the region's history and culture from the comfort of your own home.

Whether you would like to take a tour at home, or enhance your experience at the actual museum by combining a physical tour with the added, bonus material, simply click on the museum of your choice to discover more.

Read more and select your museum here.

The initiative won a Bronze award at the 'Cyprus Tourism Awards 2021'.

Virtual Reconstructions of Larnaka Region Archaeological Sites

Read about each of the reconstructions and their history here.

Ancient Port of Kition Virtual Reconstruction:  watch video here.

Kalavasos-Tenta Archaeological Site - Virtual Reconstruction:  watch the video here

Church of the Holy Cross, Tochni - Virtual Reconstruction:  watch the video here.

Larnaka Virtual Diving Routes

Dive into Larnaka's underwater kingdoms with a series of 3D diving routes that bring the region's world-renowned wrecks and thriving artificial reefs to life. The Larnaka Virtual Diving Routes application virtually maps out the dive areas to show their sites in 3D form, complete with the ability to navigate and view at all angles. It also includes a tour through underwater footage at different parts of dives; suggested dive routes, and other useful, practical information and statistics.