Kolossi Castle, a former Crusader stronghold, is steeped in history. The original castle was likely built in 1210 by the Frankish military, while the current structure dates back to 1454, constructed by the Hospitallers under Commander Louis de Magnac. The castle once held great strategic importance and housed extensive facilities for sugar production, a major export for Cyprus during the Middle Ages. Today, the castle consists of a three-story keep and an attached rectangular enclosure, showcasing military architecture of its time. The region is also renowned for the production of the sweet wine, Commandaria, which is considered one of the oldest continuously-produced and named wines globally. The wine was declared it to be the "wine of kings and the king of wines" by Richard the Lionheart when he celebrated his conquest of Cyprus by wedding a Spanish princess in this very castle.

The Church of Saint Lazarus in Larnaca is a captivating late-9th-century Orthodox church, steeped in history and showcasing remarkable Byzantine craftsmanship. Believed to be built over Saint Lazarus' tomb, the church is adorned with intricate frescoes, stained glass windows, and exquisite stone architecture. Annually, eight days before Easter, the church hosts a religious procession through Larnaca. Just an eight-minute walk away, you'll find the Byzantine Museum for further historical exploration. This architectural gem is a must-visit for history, architecture, and spirituality enthusiasts.

In Belém (situated west of the city along the river) lies Lisbon’s, and possibly Portugal’s, most important historical monument. Here you can see an opulent church and cloistered garden built in the elegant Manuelian style at the beginning of the 16th century, when Portugal was a great seafaring power. Within walking distance of many other sights, the Gothic Jerónimos Monastery is a must-see on any itinerary.

The Municipal Art Gallery of Chania contains extensive collections of art by mainland Greek and local artists, donated to the museum by several private collectors and individual artists over the course of the past decades. A plethora of modern art is showcased here, and events are hosted frequently.