Limassol

Kolossi Castle
Kolossi castle is nested between the village and vineyards of Kolossi. A remnant of the Knights of Saint John of the 13 th century, the present castle was built over an older building.

Amathus Ruins
Founded in 110 BC by the Phoenicians, the ruins lie east of the city of Limassol . The ruins, now partly submerged by the sea, were also once a capital of a kingdom.

Ancient City of Kourion
The city which lies near Episkopi possesses a magnificent Graeco Roman Theater . During the summer, concerts and Shakespearean plays are held here. The area also contains the “House of Eustolios” which showcases beautiful mosaics. The Acropolis, ruins of a Roman forum is also situated in the area.

Pre Lenten Carnival
Because Limassol is the focus of the Cypriot wine industry, every September a wine festival is held in the town where wine and food are provided free. The highlights of the festival are the decorated floats, bands and dancing.

Apart from the above, the other places of interest in the southern region of Cyprus are:

1. Limassol Castle which houses the Cyprus Medieval Museum .
2. The Convent of Agios Georgios Alamanos
3. The Convent of Agios Nikolaos ton Gaton
4. The Folk Art Museum
5. Limassol District Archaeological Museum
6. Dassoudi Beach
7. Lady Mile's Beach
8. Governor's Beach where the sand are blackish.
9. The Water Mania Leisure Park .