Tourism board plants palm trees in Larnaca

Fifty palm trees have been planted along the Mackenzie seafront promenade as part of a long-term programme aimed at enriching green areas around the district, Larnaca’s tourism development company Etap said on Tuesday.

In addition, it said since the beginning of the year it has also planted over 200 palm trees in Oroklini and restored three fountains dating back to the British colonial period in Tochni.

“These previously abandoned fountains have been refurbished, enhancing the village’s image,” Etap said. “Two of the fountains now provide drinking water for visitors, including many cyclists, as Tochni is a popular cycling destination.”

Additional initiatives carried out by Etap include the creation of a new beekeeping trail in the village of Vavla, the upgrade of the Pyla coastal park and the Rizoelia national forest park, and the establishment of a village farm in the village of Ayios Theodoros.

On top of that, Etap is also launching a new campaign aimed at promoting the use of pollution-absorbing fabric in hotels around the district.

Created by tech company theBreath, they use a specific technology to absorb air pollution and emissions by breaking down harmful particles.

“The air purification process is passive, using natural air flow without additional energy sources,” Etap explained.

“This initiative promotes Larnaca’s new identity and conveys a sustainable message for locals and tourists.”