Limassol is one of the most popular resorts in Cyprus, where tourists flock from the very beginning of the beach season. This city is mainly chosen by travelers who prefer a vacation with a lot of available entertainment. In this sense, Limassol fits one hundred percent. There are many entertainment venues, a huge water park, several zoos and theater venues, where concerts and performances are held every day in summer.
In the vicinity of Limassol, there is evidence of the ancient Aegean civilization. The ruins of ancient cities will be of interest to history buffs, and the rich museum exhibits can arouse interest even among those who have never been interested in the past of the island of Cyprus.
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The ancient city of Kourion
An ancient city founded in the XII century BC. e. representatives of the Aegean civilization. In the IV century BC. it was destroyed by an earthquake and over time was buried under numerous cultural layers. On the territory of Kourion, as a result of excavations, buildings of the Greeks, Romans, the remains of buildings belonging to the Byzantine period and the Early Middle Ages were found. Today, there is an archaeological park on the site of Kourion.
Ancient city of Amathus
According to a widespread legend, it is believed that Amathus was founded by Kineer, the mythical Cypriot ruler who initiated the cult of Aphrodite on the island. In the VIII century BC. a port was already built in the city, through which trade with the mainland was carried out, and a royal palace. Amathus existed until the XII century, then people gradually began to leave it, and rich burial places and pagan temples were plundered.
Sanctuary of Apollo Gilat
Apollo Gilat was the patron saint of Kourion. not far from the city, a grandiose sanctuary was erected in honor of this god. The temple was destroyed along with a significant part of Kourion in the 4th century BC, later another temple was erected in its place, which belongs to the later Roman period. But this structure also suffered the sad fate of being destroyed as a result of the next earthquake.
Limassol Marina
A prestigious area of Limassol that includes residential apartments as well as yacht marinas where boats up to 115 meters in length can moor. On the territory of Limassol Marina there are also restaurants and boutiques of the corresponding price segment, a spa and fitness center, and a yacht club. The area is equipped with a comfortable infrastructure that provides residents with a high quality of life.
Molos embankment
The promenade of Limassol is about 3 km long, decorated with tropical vegetation and flower beds. The alley stretches from the old city port along residential areas. The embankment was reconstructed several years ago in accordance with the traditions of modern landscape design. Decorative pools, sculptures, fountains and other elements that decorate the space appeared here.
Omodos village
An ancient settlement that already existed in the Byzantine era. The village received its modern name during the Middle Ages. The place is famous for the excellent quality Cypriot wine produced here. Almost all local residents are involved in this process. Every summer in August, Omodos hosts a wine festival. The village also has a museum of Byzantine icons and an exhibition of folk art.
Limassol Castle
The castle was erected in the XIV century during the reign of representatives of the Lusignan family in Cyprus. Earlier on this place the walls of the Byzantine fortress of the X-XI centuries towered. The structure was repeatedly passed from one conqueror of Cyprus to another, while being subjected to significant destruction. At the beginning of the 19th century, a prison was located on the territory of the fort, which lasted until 1950. After reconstruction, the Cyprus Museum of the Middle Ages was opened in the castle.
Kolossi Castle
The fortress was built under King Hugo I of the Lusignan family in the 13th century. Since 1291, the Knights of the Order of St. John (Hospitallers) have settled in the castle. In the XIV century, Kolossi for a short time passed into the hands of the Templars. The building was built of limestone in the best traditions of medieval military architecture. The main castle tower reaches a height of 22 meters, the thickness of its powerful walls is more than 2.5 meters.
Winery KEO
The KEO plant was founded in 1929 and nowadays it is considered one of the largest wineries on the island of Cyprus. At first, a small production was opened, by 1951 the volume of production had grown to hundreds of liters of wine and beer per day. The assortment of KEO is quite wide, the factory produces cognac, liqueur, soft drinks, fruit and vegetable canned food. The plant's products are purchased by many European countries.
Cyprus Wine Museum in Erimi
Erimi village is located 17 km. from Limassol. The settlement has long been located at the intersection of important trade routes, which contributed well to the development of winemaking. The Wine Museum was organized in 2000 on the territory of one of the local mansions. The exposition is dedicated to the history of Cypriot wine, the details of the process of production and storage of the drink. It also houses an extensive collection of wine vessels.
Carob Museum
The museum is located in the old quarters of Limassol. Its small exhibition is dedicated to the carob tree, which grows everywhere in Cyprus. In past centuries, the gifts of this tree were used quite widely. Juice was extracted from the fruits, a substance was made like sugar, honey and even animal feed were made, and parts of the fruits were also added to baked goods.
Museum of Historical and Classic Cars
The museum exposition is located on an area of 1000 m². Here you can see historical models of cars and motorcycles made in different countries in different years. The exposition was based on the private collection of the Cypriot collector D. Mavropoulos. The oldest exhibit in the museum is the Model T Ford, released in 1912. There is a rental of retro cars at the exhibition.
Archaeological Museum of Limassol
The museum was founded in 1948, initially the collection was located on the territory of the Limassol Castle, but in the 70s. XX century, it was moved to the building, where it is located to this day. Most of the exhibit consists of finds discovered during excavations in the vicinity of Limassol. Ancient statues, marble tombstones, jewelry, coin collections and other artifacts are exhibited here.
Agia Napa Cathedral
The main Orthodox church in Limassol, built in 1903 by the architect Papadakis on the site of an 18th century church. The architecture of the cathedral mimics the features of the Greek style and the Byzantine style of construction. Inside the temple is kept the Miraculous image of the Mother of God. The interior is distinguished by the splendor of decoration and an abundance of luxurious decorative elements, while the external facade looks rather modest.
Monastery of Saint George Alamanou
The women's monastery, located 19 km from Limassol near the settlement of Pendakomo. The monastery was founded in the 13th century by a monk who was fleeing in Cyprus from persecution of Christians. Over the course of seven centuries, the monastery flourished and fell into decay several times; until the middle of the 20th century, male monks lived on its territory. After another revival in 1949, nuns came to live in the monastery of St. George Alamanu.
The cat's monastery of St. Nicholas
The monastery is located 10 km from Limassol; several nuns and dozens of cats live on its territory. The history of the creation of the monastery is associated with the name of St. Helena, who in the 4th century ordered about 1000 cats to be delivered to the island so that the animals exterminate the bred poisonous snakes. The cats immediately settled in the monastery, founded not far from the place where the ship of St. Helena moored. Since then, cats have received every respect in Cyprus.
Donkey shelter
The shelter has existed since 1994, it was created by the charity organization "Friends of Cypriot Donkeys". The fact is that there have always been a lot of these animals in Cyprus, they were used in the household for transporting goods and as a means of transportation. As people stopped needing donkeys' help, they just left them where they had to. The shelter took care of homeless and ailing animals.
Municipal park
On the territory of the Limassol City Park there is a mini zoo, an outdoor amphitheater, a botanical garden, playgrounds and a cafe. It often hosts mass events such as a marathon run or a children's festival. In the park there is a monument to the Russian poet A.S. Pushkin. In summer, the amphitheater often hosts performances with artists from different countries. Bands from Russia, Europe and the USA come here.
Zoo in Limassol
A small zoo where animals live in their natural environment. The administration is very kind to each inhabitant of its menagerie. The staff of the zoo organizes a large number of educational programs, for example, conducts open lectures for schoolchildren on biology and classes on environmental protection. The zoo has a mini-farm where ponies, goats, donkeys, turkeys, ducks and cows live.
Petra tou Romiu
The very place where, according to legend, the goddess of beauty Aphrodite emerged from the waters of the sea. This is a small stone beach surrounded by rocks, where every tourist who comes to Cyprus strives to get. It is believed that if a couple in love takes a dip in Petra tou Romiu, then they will have a long happy life and many beautiful children. A woman who bathes here at midnight during the full moon will ensure herself eternal youth and beauty.
Governor's Beach
The beach is located 20 km from Limassol, it is a group of small cozy bays hidden on the rocky coast. The place got its name thanks to one of the British governors of the island, who loved to come here to swim. Governor's Beach is an amazingly picturesque place. The coastline is dotted with chalk cliffs that contrast with the blue of the water, creating a magnificent landscape.
Dasoudi beach
City beach of Limassol, which has a fairly convenient location. It can be reached from almost any hotel in the city in a short time. The coastal area is planted with eucalyptus trees, which give off a pleasant aroma, which is very beneficial for the respiratory system. Infrastructure for tourists includes: parking, sports grounds, cafes, playground and convenient paths leading directly to the sea.
Ladies Mile Beach
The beach is considered the most beautiful in Cyprus and one of the largest. Its coastline stretches for almost 5 km. The Ladies Mile is a part of the coastline with several beaches that merge into one another. There are a lot of tourists here in high season, as this place is considered the most popular in Limassol for sunbathing. Like all Cypriot beaches, the Ladies Mile is beautifully organized.
Kourion beach
The beach is located 19 km. from Limassol, its territory is included in the protected area of Cyprus. The place is very popular with locals. The coastline of Kourion stretches for 1 km. There is practically no infrastructure here, except for one large restaurant and some amenities organized with it for tourists, but magnificent views open from the coast, especially in the evenings.
Fasouri Watermania Water Park
The best water park in Cyprus, located 7 km from Limassol. It is surrounded by magnificent olive groves and citrus orchards. The park was opened in 1999, by 2007 its area has increased significantly. Now Fasouri Watermania covers an area of 100 thousand square meters. The water park offers tourists 30 attractions and 7 restaurants. The design is made in the style of the natural landscapes of French Polynesia.
