Limassol
Overview
Limassol, Cyprus’s second-largest city and main port, is a vibrant coastal destination known for its Mediterranean lifestyle, historical sites, and modern marina. The city features the Limassol Castle, where King Richard the Lionheart is said to have married Berengaria of Navarre. The Old Town is full of charming streets, traditional tavernas, and markets. Limassol is famous for its Carnival Festival, one of the most extravagant in Cyprus. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful beaches, wine tours in the Troodos Mountains, and the archaeological site of Kourion, which boasts a well-preserved Roman amphitheater.
