The Royal Apollonia in house magazine (issue 3, summer 2017) (issue 3, summer 2017) | Page 26

HISTORICAL PLACES
A Glimpse into the Past
Known as a business and tourist
hub in Cyprus, Limassol is many
travellers’ favourite destination.
With an exquisite culture, charming
beaches, mouthwatering cuisine,
wild nightlife and of course,
fun-loving inhabitants,
the beautiful town
can conquer even the
coldest heart.
B
esides unforgettable re-
sorts and fun activities, the
archaeological sites that surround Limassol
are one of the reasons why people, espe-
cially history aficionados, visit the area.
The Fascinating Story
of the Kolossi Castle
Everyone who visits Limassol has the
chance to get closer to the past of the
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city and its surroundings. One of the im-
portant historical landmarks of the area
is the Kolossi Castle.
Located in the western part of Limas-
sol, this charming castle is waiting for
all travellers who want to get in touch
with a bit of history. The castle is known
not only for the large facilities for the
production of sugar it used to contain
but also for the significant strategic im-
portance it had in the Middle Ages.
The original castle was possibly built
in 1210 by the Frankish military. How-
ever, the one that can be seen today
T H E R O YA L A P O L L O N I A M A G A Z IN E • 2017 summer edition