Historical & Archaeological Sites
Hala Sultan Tekke & Salt Lake
Hala Sultan Tekke stands beside Larnaca Salt Lake, minutes from the airport. It is one of the most important Ottoman monuments on the island, set in gardens of palms and cypress. In winter the lake fills with water and hosts flocks of flamingos; in summer it dries to a white salt crust.
From Larnaca
6 km
Driving time
about 10 minutes
Best time to visit
November to March for water in the lake and flamingos.
Time to spend
One to two hours with a walk on the lake path.
Nearby attractions
- Larnaca Salt Lake path
- Kamares Aqueduct
- Larnaca Airport
- Mackenzie Beach
Parking
Free car park at the mosque entrance.
Local tips
- Remove shoes and cover shoulders and heads before entering the mosque.
- The lakeside walking and cycling path starts at the same car park.
- Sunset over the lake, with the aqueduct nearby, is the best photo of the area.
More places to explore
BeachesAyia Napa
Fine golden sand and shallow turquoise water, with Nissi Beach and Makronissos just west of the town.
- 45 km from Larnaca
- about 40 minutes
Mountains & NatureCape Greco
A national forest park of white sea cliffs, sea caves and the famous natural bridge between Ayia Napa and Protaras.
- 55 km from Larnaca
- about 50 minutes
Family ActivitiesProtaras
Fig Tree Bay and a string of calm, shallow bays that suit families, plus a lively seafront promenade.
- 55 km from Larnaca
- about 50 minutes
Mountains & NatureTroodos Mountains
Pine forest, mountain trails and cool air at up to 1,952 m on Mount Olympus, with UNESCO painted churches nearby.
- 110 km from Larnaca
- about 1 hour 40 minutes