Beach
Finikoudes Promenade
Larnaca’s palm-lined seafront: a sandy town beach, a working marina and a long stroll past the medieval fort to the church of Saint Lazarus — the heart of the city.
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Tradition · Larnaca · Every year
Epiphany · Blessing of the Waters (Ta Fota)
Wednesday 6 January 2027
On Epiphany, 6 January, a procession leaves each seaside town's cathedral for the water at about 10.30am; the bishop throws the Holy Cross into the sea and young men dive into the winter water to bring it back. Larnaca's ceremony, from Agios Lazaros Church to the marina, is the island's best known, and the same rite takes place at Limassol's old port, Paphos harbour, Latsi and Ayia Napa harbour. A short, moving piece of living Orthodox tradition, free to watch.
Plan your visit
Good to know
When
Wednesday 6 January 2027 · Procession around 10:30.
Where
Procession from Agios Lazaros Church to Larnaca marina. The Directions button goes to the venue’s exact Google Maps pin.
Entry
Free entry.
While you are there
Free places near Larnaca
Beach
Mackenzie Beach
Larnaca's lively town beach, best known for the aircraft that roar low overhead on final approach to the airport — plane spotters line up here for a reason. The sand is grey-gold and the water shallow and calm, backed by a busy strip of bars and tavernas. Free to visit, though sunbeds are paid and summer weekends get crowded.
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Heritage
Kamares Aqueduct
A graceful Ottoman aqueduct of tall pale arches striding across the plain on the edge of town — floodlit after dark and reflected in the pools that still gather at its feet.
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Eat nearby
Best-rated places to eat close by
Within about 12 km of the venue, ranked by Google rating and review count.
Cypriot meze
To Kazani
A village-style meze taverna locals send visitors to for endless small plates and real hospitality.
Known for Village meze
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Bistro café
Art Café 1900
A characterful café-bistro in a restored colonial house full of antiques and stories.
Known for Daily specials & wine
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Mediterranean
Ammos at Mackenzie
A chic white-on-blue beach restaurant and bar — brunch, Mediterranean plates and sunset drinks.
Known for Beach brunch & cocktails
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Questions
Epiphany · Blessing of the Waters (Ta Fota): the essentials
When is Epiphany · Blessing of the Waters (Ta Fota) 2027?
Wednesday 6 January 2027, procession around 10:30.
Where is Epiphany · Blessing of the Waters (Ta Fota) held?
Procession from Agios Lazaros Church to Larnaca marina, Cyprus.
Is Epiphany · Blessing of the Waters (Ta Fota) free?
Yes — entry is free.
Does Epiphany · Blessing of the Waters (Ta Fota) happen every year?
Yes. It is held every year, usually in January, and usually lasts 1 day.
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