3 Treasures in Limassol
Limassol is a coastal city in Cyprus where tradition and modernity go hand-in-hand. The popular tourist resort flows with history and culture, golden-brown coastlines, and exciting cultural festivals. Limassol is a city that dazzles its visitors, day and night offering diverse landmarks to visit and things to do from sports and entertainment to natural settings and the glorious blue Mediterranean right at your feet!
Sink your toes into the warm golden-brown sand of Dasoudi Bay and feel your skin turning brown under the sizzling sun while overlooking the crystalline waters of the Mediterranean Sea! a vacation in Limassol is never complete without spending a day by the beach. Nestled in the hub of Limassol, Dasoudi Beach (Forest) was named after the Eucalyptus forest that covers the area.
No one has ever visited the ancient site of Kourion and not left in awe of what they discover. Explore the site and experience hands on the most thriving and interesting ancient city kingdom found on the island. Some of the most amazing attractions you will see the 2nd century Greco-Roman theatre. The open-air amphitheatre is still being used for theatrical and musical performances during the summer season. You will also view the House of Eustolios, a grandiose-like 5th century palace home to astounding mosaic floors and baths.
The Carob Mill Museum is an important part of Limassol’s history as well as culture. Back in the early 1900s carobs was one of the main sources of livelihood on the island. Carobs were exported from Cyprus to all corners of the world, where they were used to produce products like sweets, chocolates, and medicine. The Carob Mill Museum was initially built in the 1900s and the machinery you will view was the same that was used back in the days. A true gem in Limassol, the Carob Mill Museum, is found in an impressive quaint-looking building that has been renovated to fit modern times. Just like Limassol itself, the museum represents the old and the new!
That’s all for now guys! Enjoy your holiday and stay tuned for more on Limassol. As for your hotel, choose The Royal Apollonia and have a royal-like kind of holiday!