Archaeology · Limassol

Kourion

A Greco-Roman city on a clifftop, with a theatre facing open sea.

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Wow 5/5

Ease 4/5

Value 5/5

Quiet 3/5

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Guide

Kourion was one of the island's ancient city-kingdoms, and its setting does most of the work. The restored theatre looks straight out over the bay, and is still used for performances on summer evenings.

Next to it, the House of Eustolios keeps its mosaic floors under a walkway. Further along the ridge are an early Christian basilica, the agora and smaller houses with mosaics of Achilles and of gladiators. The long beach below is good for a swim afterwards.

The catch. Fully exposed to sun and wind, with uneven paths. It can close for works at short notice.

Local tip. Come for the last two hours before closing, when the light over the theatre is best.

Kourion Theatre

A Greco-Roman theatre on the cliff edge, with the sea behind the stage. The semicircle of stone seats has been restored and is still used for performances.

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