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The city and popular tourist resort of Limassol stretches for some 10 miles along the southern coast of Cyprus. It overlooks the warm, clear Mediterranean waters of Akrotiri Bay and lies in the shadow of the Troodos Mountains. As might be expected of a temperate seaside location, Limassol is very popular indeed with traditional beach holidaymakers and water sports enthusiasts. However, Limissol is also a major centre for maritime and commercial activity – not least the Cypriot wine-making industry. The city and its surrounding area thus offers a wealth of cultural and historical attractions. AttractionsThe main public beach at Dhassoudi and the so-called “Lady’s Mile” south of the “Old Port” area are the better known beaches around Limassol. For younger visitors – or indeed the young at heart – there are a number of theme and water, parks in the vicinity. The “Wet ‘n’ Wild” Water Park and, slightly further afield, “Fasouri Watermania” both have rides and attractions to suit all members of the family. Elsewhere, the so-called “Time Elevator” located behind Limassol Castle provides, quite literally, a roller coaster ride through Cypriot history for the last 10,000 years.At a perhaps slightly more sedate pace, Limassol Castle itself is an important historic monument. It is reputedly the site of the betrothal of King Richard “The Lionheart” to Berengaria in 1191. The castle is now home to the Cyprus Medieval Museum. Other sites of historical and cultural interest – and there are many in and around, Limassol – include the Sanctuary of Apollo Yletis; the Avios Georgios Alamanos Covent; and the 13th century Kolossi Castle, once a stronghold of the Knights Templar. Festivals and carnivals are part of a rich Cypriot tradition and visitors to Limassol can experience some of the liveliest on the island. These include Limassol Carnival in February; Limmasol Wine Festival in September; and the Drama Festival which takes place in the 2,000-year-old Kourion amphitheatre during July and August. Nightlife in Limassol was once the most exciting and varied on the whole of the island but with the growth of Ayia Napa as a “clubbers’ paradise”, its importance has declined somewhat. That said, there are still enough bars, restaurants and clubs to satisfy all but the most boisterous “party animals”. |  Kolossi Castle, Limassol |
On a quieter note, coffee and desserts in many forms, both hot and cold, are something of an institution in Cyprus and can be enjoyed in many of the local cafes and coffee shops in Limassol.
Rental Property in Limassol
Holiday rentals in Limassol come in the form of apartments, town houses and villas. They are available throughout the city and surrounding areas although, perhaps, the largest concentration is to east of the town close to the public beach and local amenities. You could, for example, choose a spacious fully furnished – and air conditioned – apartment here. If you have a larger family or prefer a more rural location you may prefer a townhouse, perhaps with access to a communal swimming pool or tennis courts. If budgets permit, you may wish to consider a villa in one of villages surrounding Limassol, such as Kato Polemidia or Parekklisha.
