Larnaca won a big award. It is now the European Capital of Culture for 2030. This news made many people happy. They celebrated in the streets.
Twelve experts looked at cities. Larnaca and Limassol were the last two. The experts visited both. They heard from each city. Then, they chose Larnaca. Larnaca will share this with a city in Latvia.
Larnaca has a good plan for culture. Their plan is called "Common Ground". It shows they can do good cultural events. They want to help the city grow. Larnaca will get money from Europe. This money is for events.
A person from the Ministry said this is important. It will show Larnaca's history. It will help the city with culture and money. People are proud. They sang and danced.
This award will help Larnaca. More people will know the city. More tourists may visit. The city will grow its culture. They will plan many shows. Paphos was Capital of Culture before. It had good results. Experts will watch Larnaca.