Larnaca is a city located on the southern coast of Cyprus. It is the third-largest city in the country and the capital of the Larnaca District. The city has a long and interesting history, dating back thousands of years.
The earliest known settlement in the area was established by the Mycenaean Greeks in the 14th century BC. The city was originally called Kition and was an important trading post in the region. The city was later taken by the Persians in 545 BC and by the Ptolemies in 333 BC. During the Byzantine period, the city flourished and was renamed Larnaca.
In 1191 the city was conquered by the Knights Templar and became part of the Kingdom of Jerusalem. In 1192 the city was taken by Richard I of England, who then sold it to Guy de Lusignan. The city remained under Lusignan rule until it was taken by the Venetians in 1489.
Larnaca was occupied by the Ottoman Empire in 1570 and remained under Ottoman rule until 1878, when it became part of the British Empire. During this period, the city served as an important port for the British forces.
In 1960, Cyprus gained its independence and Larnaca became the capital of the new republic. The city has since grown rapidly and is now one of the most important cities in the country. It is an important financial, cultural, and educational center.
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