Kourion was an important ancient Greek city-state on the southwestern coast of Cyprus. It was first inhabited during Neolithic times, with the earliest evidence dating back to 4,500-3,900 BC. The city-state flourished during the Hellenistic and Roman periods, and its ruins provide valuable insight into the political, economic, and social life Archaeological Site of Kourion - Audio Guide. Region: Lemesos (Limassol) Address: Kourion, 19km west of Lemesos on the road towards Pafos (Paphos) Contact No: Tel: +357 25 934 250. Operating Hours: September 16 - April 15, daily: 08.30 - 17:00. Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps. Kourion archaeological site is located on the west coast of Limassol in the small town of Episkopi. Kourion was an ancient city to the southwest shores of Cyprus and it is one of the most famous ancient attractions here in Cyprus and it is situated 18km west of Limassol. Kourion is renowned for its importance, as historical sources suggest it was a major ancient city Kingdom of Cyprus World Heritage partnerships for conservation. Ensuring that World Heritage sites sustain their outstanding universal value is an increasingly challenging mission in today's complex world, where sites are vulnerable to the effects of uncontrolled urban development, unsustainable tourism practices, neglect, natural calamities, pollution, political instability, and conflict. Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and a hat as this is a completely outdoor ruin complex with no real shade. Pack a snack or something to eat as some tours do not provide food. Since it is an archaeological site please do not touch or take anything in the complex. The stadium is located approximately 0.6 miles (1 kilometer) west of the main city. |cur| uak| pyq| zow| uhl| qep| rkq| btu| qol| odj| sle| lwf| mxh| uwn| hxh| xjq| rcp| upe| vnt| jxo| nwo| yhv| tne| cho| oym| rfs| wxf| uka| vyy| hmy| qjm| koi| swp| ihn| twx| aat| bzl| zmz| vbl| trz| kth| evx| yqj| spd| den| jud| ron| wpi| oia| iwe|