Virtual Tour of Cyprus, Limassol

	Limassol, the second largest city is located in the sounthern part of Cyprus between the ancient kingdoms of Curium and Amathus. It is one of the major tourist resort areas of the Island. More Pictures: 1
	Host of the two biggest festivals on the island, Carnival in early spring and The Wine Festival in late summer. Both festivals attract locals, as well as tourists from all over the world. More Pictures: 1 2
	Limassol is also the wine-producing center of the island. The surrounding country side is filled with acres rich with vineyards.
	There are many sites to visit in Limassol such as the Limassol Castle, Old Port, Limassol Museum, Tourist Area and the Beaches, however the more glorius sites are outside of the city in the nearby countryside. These sites, as well as all over Cyprus are rich in history and legend.
	Kolossi Castle, built by the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem is about 10km from Limassol. More Pictures: 1 2 3
	Curium, the major archaeological site in Cyprus was one of the old kingdoms of Cyprus. Its theater stands high up on the cliffs overlooking the blue Mediterranean sea, one of the most breathtaking sites in Cyprus. More Pictures: 1 2
	The Sanctuary of Appollo, 2km west of Currium, was destroyed by earthquake many years ago but you can still see the small temple and the beautiful columns. More Pictures: 1 2 3

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