Popular attractions in Limassol Cyprus
The city of Limassol has been established as one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe. The reason for this is that Limassol has succeeded in creating a beautiful city filled with a manifold of activities to engage in and a plethora of landmarks to visit! The city is a popular tourist resort because it provides its visitors with a blend or fusion of the old and the modern, of history and art, of the sea and nature! Limassol will surely not disappoint any one of its visitors!
Where to stay
The first thing to do when planning a holiday in Limassol is to obviously book your accommodation. Without a single doubt the best accommodation facility available on the island is the five-star and recently renovated hotel, The Royal Apollonia. It is idyllically located right on the seafront of Limassol, offering its guests a spectacular and breathtaking view of the Mediterranean Sea. Only a few minutes from the centre of the most popular tourist area, the hotel provides easy access to the trendiest and in-style bars, clubs, restaurants and boutiques. The hotel is truly a small utopia in the centre of Limassol. The friendly staff, ample facilities and amenities available, the luxurious and spacious accommodation rooms are all features which will make your holidays memorable. The Royal Apollonia is definitely your only choice! Happy holidaying!
The Archaeological Museum in Limassol is by far one of the most popular attractions, located in the city’s public Gardens. The museums exhibits represent an insight to the island’s rich and flourishing cultural heritage. The collection exhibited dates back to the Neolithic Age till the Roman Age, offering its visitors a spectacular variety of artefacts and antiquities!
Some of the most renowned artefacts exhibited are objects used in the household, potteries, stone axes dating back to the Neolithic Period, a plethora of Roman Terracotta figurines and shards originating from Kourion and Amathus. In addition, the museum displays a fascinating collection of gold jewellery, oil lamps, coins, vases, glass bottles and stone and marble effigies!The museum is certainly worth you visit and a great way to acquaint yourself with the island’s cultural background!
Limassol Wine Festival
The Wine Festival is one of the most celebrated annual events in Limassol. The event is held in the city’s extensive Gardens, located opposite the Promenade, in the beginning of September! The festival was inspired by the ancient festivals that were held and dedicated to Dionysos (God of Wine), so as to honour the island’s long and rich history of winemaking! At the entrance you will encounter a massive statue of a Cypriot wine producer. Once in the festival you have the chance to try a variety of locally produced wines but also feast on delicious Cypriot dishes!
The most popular and traditional feature of the festival is the actual live making of the wine! People engage in the traditional wine pressing ritual where they are called to actually step on the grapes barefoot! Also, the festival organises multiplicity of folklore dances, songs and theatrical performances where visitors are called to participate and have fun!
Limassol is truly a superb choice for your summer holidays, filled with culture, fun and joy! Enjoy your stay!
