Ancient ruins
Kourion
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Location
Episkopi, Limassol
Ancient Kourion
Tips from locals
Must visit if you are travelling around Cyprus. The ancient city of Kourion dated back to 12th century BCE, was an important ancient city-state on the southwestern coast of Cyprus. After the collapse of the Mycenaean palaces, Greek settlers from Argos arrived on this site.
Ancient amphitheater, ruins, mosaics. Ayios Ermogenis (Saint Ermogenis) church is close, by the beach, fish restaurants are also in the vicinity.
Kourion an ancient city in Cyprus inhabited from the Late Bronze Age until the Early Byzantine period. Kourion is situated atop a bluff along the southwestern coast . You can reach it with bus no 16B
The archaeological remains of Kourion - which was one of the island’s most important city-kingdoms in antiquity - are of the most impressive on the island, and excavations have unearthed many significant finds, which can be viewed at the site. Combine your visit at the site with a day at the beach!