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Limassol (/ ˈ l ɪ m ə s ɒ l /; Greek: Λεμεσός, romanized: Lemesós; Turkish: Limasol or Leymosun) is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus and capital of the Limassol district. Limassol is the second-largest urban area in Cyprus after Nicosia, with an urban population of 195,139 and a district population of 262,238.
Discover Limassol, the second largest city and the main port of Cyprus, with its rich history, culture, nature and entertainment. Find hotels, beaches, villages, activities, events and more on the official Limassol Tourism Board website.
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Limassol is the second largest city and the main port of Cyprus, with ancient sites, wine villages, beaches and museums. Explore the old town, the castle, the archaeological sites of Amathous and Kourion, and the wine industry of the island.
- Explore Ancient Kourion. One of Cyprus' top tourist attractions and most spectacular archaeological sites, the ancient city-kingdom of Kourion (sometimes spelt Curium) rates highly on most visitors' things to do itineraries.
- Relax on Limassol's Beaches. For many visitors, a holiday in Limassol means one thing: the beach. The long, sandy eight-kilometer stretch of Lady's Mile Beach (13 kilometers southwest of Limassol) is on the eastern shore of the Akrotiri Peninsula and is one of the most popular local beaches, with the interesting landscape of the salt lake running behind the shore.
- Delve into the Attractions of Limassol Old Town. Limassol's lively old town district is the most interesting part of the city to explore. Right in the center, on the main square, the top tourist attraction is Limassol Castle, built in the 14th century on the site of an earlier Byzantine construction.
- Visit Kolossi Castle. Probably the dinkiest castle you're ever going to see, Kolossi Castle was built in 1210 CE by the Knights of St. John. Just 10 kilometers west of central Limassol, it's one of the best places to visit on the road between Limassol and Ancient Kourion.
Discover Top Things to Do in Limassol. Plan your holiday, taste local cuisine, try adventure activities, visit archaeological sites, and much more!
Explore Limassol, a historic and cosmopolitan city in Cyprus, with its attractions, culture, nature and cuisine. Find out what's happening in Limassol and plan your visit with the official city guide and events calendar.
