Larnaca Salt Lake, Ramsar wetland site near Larnaca, Cyprus
The complex consists of four connected salt lakes covering 2.2 square kilometers, making it the second-largest salt water system in Cyprus.
The salt lake functioned as a natural harbor during prehistoric times until sediment accumulation transformed it into its current form.
The Hala Sultan Tekke mosque stands on the western bank, containing the tomb of Umm Haram, an important figure in Islamic tradition.
A 4-kilometer nature trail with informational signs and resting benches circles the lake, connecting to the old Kamares aqueduct.
During winter months, thousands of flamingos gather at the lake to feed on brine shrimp, creating large pink formations across the water.
Location: Larnaca
Elevation above the sea: 1 m
GPS coordinates: 34.90000,33.61667
Latest update: March 10, 2025 16:45
This compilation presents historical sites, natural landscapes, and architectural features of Cyprus. From ancient ruins in Paphos to salt water lagoons in Akamas, from Byzantine churches to medieval castles, the island offers diverse photographic subjects.
Hala Sultan Tekke
1.7 km
Church of Saint Lazarus, Larnaca
2.1 km
Larnaca Castle
2.2 km
Bekir Pasha Aqueduct
2.1 km
Panagia tis Angeloktistis
7.2 km
Larnaca Synagogue
2 km
Pierides Museum
2.5 km
Larnaca District Archaeological Museum
2.6 km
Kyriazis Medical Museum
2.9 km
Mackenzie Beach
2.2 km
Armenian Genocide Memorial in Larnaca
2.7 km
Kastella
2.1 km
Sourp Stepanos
2.4 km
Faros Beach
8.9 km
Archaeological museum Larnaca
2.6 km
Terra Santa Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church
2.8 km
Cathedral of the Holy Transfiguration of the Savior
2.5 km
Cape Kiti Lighthouse
9.3 km
Djami Kebir mosque
2.2 km
Municipal Art Gallery Larnaka
2.7 km
Monument of Apollonios of Kition
2.4 km
Venetian Lion Statue in Larnaca
2.3 km
Zachouri Mosque
2.2 km
Statue of Zeno in Larnaca
2.7 km
Artemis Fountain in Larnaca
2 km
Seagulls in Flight
2.7 km
Apothikes
2.1 km
Kimon seafront promenade
2.6 kmReviews
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