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🌎  Cyprus 🇨🇾

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4.8
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📍  Holy Church of Saint Lazarus

✈️  Larnaca International Airport (LCA)

🚗  5.0 KM

⏱️  9 minutes

The Holy Church of Saint Lazarus in Larnaca, Cyprus, is a historically significant Byzantine-era Orthodox church, offering free entry to the main sanctuary, though donations are welcomed and a small fee may apply for its museum. Generally accessible for the main church, it's centrally located and suitable for both solo exploration, allowing for personal contemplation of its rich history and stunning iconostasis, or as part of a guided tour for deeper insights. Open year-round with varying hours, visitors should observe a modest dress code, and a typical visit lasts between 30 minutes to 1.5 hours. It serves as an active place of worship and houses the tomb of Saint Lazarus, making it a major pilgrimage site and a must-see for those interested in religious history and architecture.