The Dazzling City of Limassol Cyprus
It is said that the impulse to travel is one of the most hopeful symptoms of life. If you’re looking to feel alive once again, the ultimate destination choice for you is Limassol, Cyprus. This southern city is one of the busiest in the Mediterranean transit trade and has evolved over the years to become a cosmopolitan center. The climate is wonderfully warm and breezy throughout most of the year, while the great blue sea gives a sweet scent in the air. The hospitality of the people will charm you. Limassol has taken great care to preserve its history, natural beauty, and rich culture. There is no shortage of activities and places to relax here.
In the flurry of a planning a vacation abroad, the choice of a good hotel is of utmost importance. That is because you will want to come back after a full day of sightseeing and a night of partying to a place that is your home away from home. The Royal Apollonia Beach Hotel gives you much more than a home would! It provides the perfect match of luxury and comfort, while being ideally situated in the center of the city. The hotel has its own private sandy beach, where you can get away from any worldly affairs and soak in the sun or take a dip in the deep blue Mediterranean. You can also treat yourself to a host of activities that are available right at the hotel, such as sailing, paragliding, and other water sports. For a delightful cuisine, you will have a superb choice of restaurants to select. Are you the mood for some healthy Japanese food? The Akakiko Restaurant is popular around town for its mouth-watering dishes. Want to keep admiring the sea while you enjoy your drinks? The Ocean Blue Bar overlooks the sea, while half of it is situated right in the outdoor pool. The setting just can’t get better than this!
The Royal Apollonia Beach Hotel is just 5 kilometers from the Amathus Archaeological Site, an important historical landmark, when ancient Cyprus was one of the key ancient royal cities. Another major ancient city in the Kingdom of Cyprus was Kourion, now located in the town of Episkopi. Kourion is renowned for encompassing a great amphitheater from the Greco-Roman era. The theater is famous for its extraordinary acoustic abilities. In fact there is a simple test to prove it. A sound of a coin dropping on the stage at the bottom will be heard by someone sitting on the very top steps. Try it and see if it works! The theater is still used today for musical and dramatic performances, keeping the traditions of the ancients alive.
The site overlooks the sea and you can view the majestic Troodos Mountains at the other end. It is truly a sight to behold! The most ancient monument found in the city of Kourion is the Northeastern Hellenistic Public Building. You can also find private houses of the late Roman period, including the House of Gladiators and the House of Achilles, from the 3rd and 4th century AD.
Limassol will captivate you like no other city can. Whether you take a walk through history or the city itself, you will be left amazed at the wonders of both nature and mankind.
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