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Kourion

One of the most beautifully positioned ancient sites in Cyprus, the ancient city of Kourion is located on the southern shores of Cyprus just outside of Limassol and is believed to have been founded by the Argives. The city has passed through different phases from Hellenistic, Roman, and Christian periods and the agora (market place), Christian Basilica and large public bath bear testament to this city's impressive list of inhabitants. The most impressive feature of Kourion is the restored Greco-Roman theatre that looks out over the dazzling Mediterranean, which hosts open air musical and theatrical performances and is one of the venues for the International Festival of Ancient Greek Drama. Check out the House of the Gladiators, the Roman baths, the House of Achilles and the Temple of Apollo while visiting Kourion.

Address: Located nine miles (14 km) west of Limassol
Telephone: 259 34250
Opening time: Open daily from 8am – 7.30pm (June–Aug); 8am – 6pm (May, Sept and Oct); 8am–5pm (November –to February)
Admission: €1.70