Archaeological sites

Archaeological Sites, Discover Limassol at Amara

Kolossi Castle

The Medieval Castle of Kolossi in Limassol, also known as Koulas, is one of the most important fortresses from the Frankish period in Cyprus that are preserved to this day.

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Archaeological Site of Tenta at Kalavasos, Larnaca

Archaeological Site of Tenta at Kalavasos, Larnaca

The Archaeological Site of Tenta at Kalavasos is a remarkable Neolithic settlement, offering a rare glimpse into Cyprus’s ancient heritage and the island’s earliest chapters of civilisation.

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Neolithic Settlement of Choirokoitia, Larnaca

Neolithic Settlement of Choirokoitia, Larnaca

The Neolithic Settlement of Choirokoitia is among Cyprus’s most treasured archaeological sites, where the enduring traces of an ancient settlement offer a rare glimpse into the island’s rich prehistoric heritage.


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The Ancient City Of Amathus, Limassol

The Ancient City of Amathus

Amathus was one of the ancient royal cities of Cyprus until about 300 BC, and some of its impressive remains can be seen today on the southern coast in front of Agios Tychonas. Its ancient cult sanctuary of Aphrodite was the second most important in Cyprus, her homeland, after Paphos. 

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The Medieval Castle, Limassol, Amara

The Medieval Castle

The Medieval Castle is located in the heart of Limassol's historic centre, which today houses the Medieval Collection of the Cyprus Museum. 

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The Ancient City Of Kourion, Limassol

The Ancient City of Kourion

The Ancient City of Kourion is one of the most impressive ancient locales in the Mediterranean. It became a city kingdom around the 11th century BC, after the arrival and settlement of the Greek (Achaeans) colonists in Cyprus. According to tradition this happened after the end of the Trojan War. Kourion was one of the wealthiest kingdoms of Cyprus. 

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Sanctuary Of Apollo Hylates, Limassol

Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates

The Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates at the ancient city of Kourion is one of the main religious centres of ancient Cyprus, where Apollo, the god of forests, was worshipped. Apollo was the main cult deity in this specific temple, which also was one of the most popular temples on the island. 

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