Larnaca will be the European Capital of Culture. This will happen in 2030. It is a big award for the city. It will help culture and money grow.
Glenn Micallef told us the news. Larnaca won against Limassol. Larnaca will share the title. Other cities in Belgium and Montenegro will also share it.
This program started in 1985. It shows Europe's cultures. It helps people feel good about Europe. Cities need a good culture plan. This plan must help people and the future.
Larnaca's plan is about "anthropia." This means human values. It is about being kind. Commissioner Micallef likes this message. The European Commission may give money. It will help Larnaca get ready.
Limassol was sad to lose. But their leaders are happy. It is a success for all of Cyprus. The plan helped their culture. It also made new friends.
This award is a big chance. Larnaca is the second city in Cyprus. Paphos was the first in 2017. Larnaca must now do its plan. More people will visit. More new ideas will come. Everyone can join in culture. This will help Larnaca for years. The time to 2030 has started.