{"id":12536,"date":"2018-06-29T14:41:45","date_gmt":"2018-06-29T14:41:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyprusescape.com\/?p=12536"},"modified":"2023-03-31T09:47:08","modified_gmt":"2023-03-31T09:47:08","slug":"kourion-cyprus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyprusescape.com\/kourion-cyprus\/","title":{"rendered":"Trip to Kourion near Limassol, Cyprus"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

All history lovers will finally find something to rejoice about. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kourion<\/a> (also known as Curium<\/span>) is a historic site near Limassol<\/span>, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites<\/span>, offering a unique insight into the history of the civilizations that used to live on the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Named after the Kouris river that used to flow here, the earliest occupation of this area dates back to 5.500 – 4.000 BCE (to you and me – that’s pretty damn old).  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlike the other historic sites in Cyprus<\/a>, I think this is one of the best-preserved, in the best location and with stunning views. Some of the highlights of the tour include the theater, sanctuary<\/span> baths, the Temple of Apollo Hylates<\/span>, House of the Gladiators and the House of Achilles<\/span>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also very impressive are the beautifully preserved Nymphaeum and Forum Baths. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This was my probably third visit, so excuse the lack of pictures from the other highlights of the area. We arrived mid-day and as you can imagine that’s not the best time to wander around in a huge site like this. I will try to locate pictures from my previous visits to give you more insight into what to expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re visiting Kourion<\/span> in summer, you might find it very busy or crowded. There are tour buses arriving almost every hour and there are almost no places where to hide from the heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having said that, first time around it’s a pretty cool experience. You can get a map inside the main building and follow along with the routes, or buy a book in the small shop inside to get more information about what you’re about to see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, there is not enough space on this blog to cover the whole history, so if you fancy a read, you can check this page<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to a tour guide to show you around, these can be booked as part of hotel packages and will take you to the site on a bus along with other tourists. There are no options to book a tour guide on the spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After all that walking around and educating yourself about all that Kourion has to offer, I bet you wouldn’t say no to a quick dip in the sea. You’re in luck as Kourion beach is just a few minutes drive away. Bring your own picnic<\/span> like we did or pop over to lunch in one of the restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoyable and educational day, all in one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Limassol: Recommended Day Trips & Experiences<\/h2>\n\n\n\n