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Cyprus Interest
Around Limassol
Kourion, Archaeological Site
One of the most magnificent archaeological sites on the
island and an important ancient kingdom. The spectacular Greco-Roman
Theatre, overlooking the blue Mediterranean sea was built
in the 2nd century BC and enlarged in the 2nd century AD,
now fully restored it is used for musical and theatrical performances.
The House of Eustolios consists of many rooms with fascinating
5th century AD mosaic floors and a complex of baths. The Early
Christian basilica dated to the 5th century is thought to
have been the Cathedral of Kourion, also to be seen is the
Roman era stadium dated to the 2nd century AD.
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