Byzantine Museum of Saint Lazarus
About This Museum
Tucked away within the courtyard of the magnificent Agios Lazaros Church, this museum feels like a hidden chapter of Larnaca's long history. You're walking in the footsteps of centuries, surrounded by sacred art that once filled the very church next door. I was completely captivated by the sheer number of icons, some so old their wood panels have witnessed over a thousand years. The air is quiet and reverent, making it a perfect place to slowly appreciate each piece.
Collection Highlights
Don't miss the stunning 'Lazarus Rising from the Grave' icon, its colors still remarkably vivid. The collection also includes rare pre-iconoclastic fresco fragments and an exquisite 12th-century mosaic of Saint Theodore, a true masterpiece of intricate stonework.
Visitor Information
It's right there in the church courtyard in the heart of Larnaca, so it's incredibly easy to combine a visit with seeing the main church itself. Just check their opening hours online as they can vary seasonally.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautiful, traditional Cypriot stone building with arched doorways that perfectly complements the historic church complex it belongs to.
Contact & Location
Address: Δήμος Λάρνακας, Επαρχία Λάρνακας, Κύπρος, Κύπρος - Kıbrıs
Phone: +357 24 652498
