Brochure Limassol

Limassol (Lemesos) Guide
www.limassoltourism.com
Limassol old town

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
1. Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2. History of Limassol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
3. Places of Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
4. Countryside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5. Things to do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-16
6. Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-26
7. Weddings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
8. Accommodation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-39
9. Domestic Transport Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-42
10. Useful Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-45
11. Key to the Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
12. Island of Cyprus Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
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St. Raphael Marina

WELCOME
Dear Traveler,
Limassol with its unique fusion of influences is a fascinating and exciting destination. It is a land where
the traditional and modern co-exist offering desirable contemporary facilities yet still extending the
local warm hospitality which characterises Cyprus.
The Limassol Tourism Development and Promotion Company Ltd has been created to promote the further
development of the basic and touristic infrastructure of the Limassol region and market the area as
the distinct cosmopolitan seaside destination it is. Its unique identity is based on its rich history and
culture, its inviting characteristics and its convenient location, both within the island and on the map,
which makes exploring easy, whether it be island wide or nearby destinations.
Limassol is a safe destination which has much to share, with its beautiful seafronts, countless cultural,
recreational and leisure activities, vibrant events and festivals as well as being a centre for conferences
and incentive travel programmes.
We look forward to welcoming you soon.
Tony Antoniou
Limassol Tourism Development and Promotion Co. Ltd.
Chairman of the Board
170 Franklin Roosevelt, Limassol Chamber House, 2nd floor, 3045 Limassol
P.O. Box 55699, 3781 Limassol, Cyprus
Tel (+357) 25877350, Fax (+357) 25661655
e-mail: [email protected]
website: www.limassoltourism.com

HISTORY OF LIMASSOL
The city of Limassol is situated between the ancient cities of

Amathous to the east and Kourion to the west. Limassol was
inhabited since the very ancient years and tombs discovered there
date back to around the 2nd century B.C., while others date back
to around the 8th and 4th centuries B.C. The few ancient finds
that were discovered show that a small settlement existed there
which did not manage to develop and flourish.
The city, in the 10th century, was known as Nemesos and the
Byzantine emperor, Constantine Porphyrogenitus, refers to this
city with this name.
The history of the city is mainly known for its events in 1191 A.D.,
which marked the end of the Byzantine Rule in Cyprus. The king of
England, Richard the Lionheart, foresaw the strategic importance
of Cyprus as a base for supplying the forces taking part in the
Third Crusade and conquered the island. Richard celebrated his
marriage to Berengaria in Limassol where the latter was crowned
Queen of England. The Byzantine Rule in Cyprus then came to an
end.
Limassol was then surrendered to the Frankish Empire of the

Lusignan Kings of the mediaeval Cypriot kingdom. For about three
centuries (1192-1489), Limassol experienced a remarkable period of
prosperity. In 1489 A.D., the Queen of Cyprus, Ekaterini Cornaro,
surrendered Cyprus to the city of Venice. This lasted until
the Turkish Occupation took place in 1570 A.D. The British
conquered Cyprus in 1878, while in 1960 significant changes
followed the liberation of Cyprus, which contributed to the
cultural and artistic life of the city. Schools, theatres, art
galleries, music halls and football clubs were formed and played a
significant role in the cultural life of Limassol.
The city of Limassol was developed much after the Turkish

invasion of 1974, when Famagusta, one of the most touristic areas
of Cyprus was captured by the Turkish armies. Luxurious hotels,
restaurants and numerous entertainment clubs were built thus
the city soon became a significant touristic centre.
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Kourion Greco-Roman theater in westerrn Limassol

PLACES OF INTEREST Country code: (+357)
LIMASSOL (LEMESOS) Evagoras Lanitis Center

Limassol District Archaeological Museum Vasilissis Street (behind Limassol Medieval Castle)
Anastasi Sioukri & Vironos 5, Tel 25305157 Lanitis Carob Mill Complex, Tel 25342129
www.lanitisfoundation.org
OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND
Open for the duration of exhibitions and events
Mon, Fri: 08.00 – 16.00 Entrance fee: varies
Sat, Sun: Closed
Water Museum
Entrance fee: €2,50
Fr. Roosevelt Avenue 66, Tel 25830000
Note: Chair lift available, no wheel chair accessible WC,
Mon – Fri: 10.00 – 14.30
no parking space
Cyprus Medieval Museum/Limassol Medieval Castle,
Museum of Strategos Georghios Grivas Dighenis
Richard & Berengaria, near the Old Port, Tel 25305419
Griva Digheni Street, Krysfigeto (Dighenis Hide-Out), Tel 25582107
OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND
Mon – Fri: 09.00 – 12.00
Mon, Fri: 08.00 – 17.00
Wed: 15.00 – 17.00
Sat: 09.00 – 17.00
Entrance free
Sun: 10.00 - 13:00
Entrance fee: €4,50 Cyprus Motor Museum
Epimitheos street, 3056, Tel 70009000
Municipal Folk Art Museum
email: [email protected]
Agiou Andreou 253, Tel 25362303
Wed, Sat, Sun: 10.00 - 17.00 (Winter)
Mon – Fri: 08.30 – 15.00
Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun: 10.00 - 18.00 (Summer)
Entrance fee: € 7 general, € 5 under 18 and over 65 years
Limassol Municipal Art Gallery
Medical Museum Cyprus
28th October Street 03, Tel 25586212
1st Road no. 4, 4157 Kato Polemidia, Limassol
Mon – Fri: 07.30 – 14.30
Tel. 25713933
Panos Solomonides Municipal Cultural Center / Theatre Museum Mon, Wed, Sat: 09.00 – 17.00
8, Panos Solomonides Street, Tel 25343464 Entrance fee: €3,00 for adults (free for students)
Mon, Wed, Thu: 09.00-13.00
Tue, Fri: 09.00 - 13.00, 17.00 - 20.00 (Summer), LIMASSOL (LEMESOS) DISTRICT
16.00-19.00 (Winter) Amathus Archaeological Site
Sun: 10.00 - 14.00 11 km (7 miles) east of Limassol centre
Entrance fee: €3 adults, €2 children Daily: 08.30 – 17.00 (16 Sept - 15 Apr)
Pattihion Municipal Museum Historical Archive Research Center 08.30 – 19.30 (16 Apr – 15 Sept)
of Limassol Entrance fee: €2,50
4 Note: Wheelchair accessible: only the lower town
5, Byronos Street, Limassol, Tel 25763755
e-mail: [email protected] Kourion Archaeological Site
Mon-Fri: 9.00-13.00, 14.00-17.00 19 km (11 ½ miles) west of Limassol, Tel 25934250
Sat: 9.00-12.00 Daily: 08.30 – 17.00 (16 Sept – 15 Apr)
Entrance:free 08.30 – 19.30 (16 Apr – 15 Sept)
Carob Museum
Note: Partly accessible
Vasilissis Street (behind Limassol Mediaeval Castle),
Sanctuary of Apollo Ylatis
Lanitis Carob Mill Complex, Tel 25342123
3 km (1 ½ miles) west of Kourion archaeological site Tel 25991049
Open daily
Daily: 08.30 – 17.00 (16 Sept – 15 Apr)
Entrance free
08.30 – 19.30 16 Apr – 15 Sept)

Kourion Archaeological Museum Koilani – Ecclesiastical Museum and Viticulture Museum

Episcopi village, 14 km (9 miles) west of Limassol, Tel 25932453 Koilani village
OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND To arrange a visit please call: 99608196, 25471008
Mon - Fri: 08.00 – 15.30
Fassoula – Agricultural Museum
Sat, Sun: Closed
Fassoula village, Tel 25452240
Entrance free
Kolossi Medieval Castle
Agios Mamas Church
Kolossi, 14 km (9 miles) west of Limassol, Tel 25934907
Louvaras village, 26 km from Limassol
Daily: 08.30 – 17.00 (16 Sept – 15 Apr)
To arrange a visit please call: 99318832, 25542142
08.30 – 19.30 (16 Apr – 15 Sept)
Akrotiri Environmental, Education and Information Centre
Cyprus Wine Museum Akrotiri village, Tel 25826562
42 Pafos Street 4630 Erimi village, Tel 25873808 Open daily: 08.00 – 15.00
e-mail: [email protected] Sat: Closed
OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND Entrance free
Daily: 09.00 – 17.00 Printmaking Museum (Hambis)
Entrance fee: €4.00 for adults (€5.00 with wine tasting), Platanisteia village, Tel 25222772
free for children under 12 Wed – Sun: 10.00 – 13.00, 16.00 – 18.00
Pastelli Museums
Anogyra village
TROODOS AREA (Limassol District)
‘Mavros Chrysos’: open daily, Tel 25222225 Troodos Visitor Centre (Environmental Information)
Plateia Troodos, Tel 25420144
‘Community Museum’: To arrange a visit please call: 25221500 Nov – Mar & June:
Entrance free Mon – Fri: 10.00 – 15.00
Sat - Sun: 10.00 – 16.00 (June)
Oleastro – The House of Olive
Anogyra village, Tel 99525093, 99565768 April – May & Sept – Oct:
Open daily: 10.00 – 19.00 Mon – Fri, Sun: 10.00 – 15.00
Entrance fees: €3,00 for adults, €2,00 for children
July – Aug:
Arsos – Folk Art Museum Mon – Sun: 10.00 – 16.00
Arsos village Closed on Public Holidays
To arrange a visit please contact Mrs Patra Psilogeni, Tel 25943223 Entrance fee: €1,00
Entrance free Trooditissa Monastery 5
Vasa Koilaniou – Ecclesiastical Museum The monastery is a retreat for prayer, therefore it is closed for visits
Vasa village Botanical Gardens – Asbestos Mine Cyprus, Amiantos mine
To arrange a visit please contact the priest, Tel 25944227 Tel 25550092, e-mail: [email protected]
Entrance free The Visitor Centre is open Mon – Fri: 08.00 – 14.00
The Botanical Gardens are open daily from morning to sunset
Monastery of Timios Stavros (Holy Cross) and Traditional Wine Press Entrance free
Omodos village, 11 km south west of Platres village
Daily, any reasonable hour. Timios Stavros Church
Entrance free Pelendri village, 32 km from Limassol
For a visit please contact Mrs Anastasia Papachristodoulou,
Pylavakion Museum (Pottery) Tel 25552369
Foini village, Tel 25421508, 99529293 Daily: 12.00 – 17.00

Panayia Katholiki Church Gastronomy Cyprus Tours & Events

Pelendri village, 32 km from Limassol 40, Ellados Street, 3041 Limassol
For a visit please contact Mrs Panagiota Socratous Tel 97653604
Tel 25552268, 99994932 e-mail: [email protected]
website: www.gastronomycyprus.com
Timios Stavros Church and Museum
Kyperounda village M.T.S. Summertimes Travel Ltd
For a visit please contact Father Ioannis, Tel 25532253 or the Travel Agency: M.T.S. Summertimes Travel Ltd
Community Board: Tel 25813204, 25813202 Agiou Athanasiou Avenue 9, 4102 Limassol, Tel 25812222
Sea Island Sightseeing Tours
SIGHTSEEING TOUR OPERATORS ORGANISING TOURS
Travel Agency: Sea Island Travel & Tours Ltd
ON A REGULAR BASIS
Ithakis, Neapolis Center, G1-G3, 3107 Limassol, Tel 25583728
Guided excursions are organized by Sightseeing Tour Operators,
and reservations for these excursions can be made either by Accessible Cyprus Travel
contacting the Sightseeing Tour Operators directly or through a Travel Agency: T.H. Platinum
hotel reception. P.O. Box 56233, 3305 Limassol, Tel 25254165
The excursions include: Website: www.accessiblecyprustravel.com
• Visits (half-day or full-day) to almost all the important places
of interest throughout the island, such as archaeological sites,
museums, monasteries, old churches, interesting villages, etc.
• The services of qualified guides, licensed by the Cyprus Tourism
Organisation
• Transportation in airconditioned coaches to and from a hotel
• Entrance fees (unless otherwise stated in the programmes)
Aionas Travel
Travel Agency: Aionas Travel Ltd
P.O. Box 54868, 3728 Limassol
Tel 25314655, Fax 25310864
Akmon Travel & Tours
Travel Agency: Dactari Travels and Tours Ltd
Christaki Kranou 25, Potamos Germasogeias, 4041 Limassol,
6 Tel 25322210
Argonaftis Tours
Travel Agency: Hot Travel and Tours Ltd
28th October Street, Kanika Business Center, 3105, Tel 25586333
Ascot Travel and Tours
Travel Agency: Ascot Travel and Tours Ltd
Akamas safari / Troodos safari
Tel 25329388, Mob 99687085
Sanctuary of Apollo Ylatis

COUNTRYSIDE
Wine Villages
A short drive west of Limassol, into the surrounding countryside
will take you through vineyards and quaint wine producing villages.
Worth a visit
Erimi Wine Museum (see page 4)
Omodos village: At the foothills of the south side of Troodos

Mountain, lies the beautiful village of Omodos.
The village is located only 42 kilometers away from the city
of Limassol and is the centre of the wine-villages of Limassol
District. The new road network provides easy and quick access to
the village.
Troodos
Located around the central and higher pine-clad elevations
of Troodos, the Limassol Mountain Resorts feature charming
village communities. The region offers a wide network of
different nature trails, suitable for all ages and levels of
fitness, as well as mountain biking and cycling routes. Skiing
facilities are also available in the area during the winter months.
Note: for Wine Routes (see page 13)
Worth a visit
Pano Platres village (known to the locals as Platres): Pano Platres
(1,230 m) is the largest Troodos resort, situated about 5 km from
Troodos square. It is the area where most Troodos accommodation
establishments are concentrated.
Platania Picnic Site: 6 km from Kakopetria village, on the

Kakopetria – Troodos road. Have a rest or a stroll under the
beautiful plane trees. Facilities include picnic tables, a restaurant
and children’s play areas.
Agrotourism
The unique blend of history, tradition and natural beauty of
Limassol offers an alternative way of holidaymaking. Experience
the countryside by choosing to spend your holidays in traditional
agrotourist apartments or homes. 7
With the support of the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the
establishment of the Cyprus Agrotoursim, restoration programmes
and organized coordination present agrotourism as an appealing
and rejuvenating option. Today it is an autonomous part of
tourism through its selection of traditional lodgings which gives
the opportunity to truly experience a genuine taste of rural liv-
ing. Besides the recognized beauty of the picturesque country-
side, and delights of the tasty local cuisine, Limassol is especially
known for it’s warm and hospitable environment.
For more information visit: www.agrotourism.com.cy

THINGS TO DO Country code: (+357)
Swimming Pissouri Beach/Bay, 30 km west of Limassol Diving

A sunlover’s haven, Limassol is blessed (midway between Limassol and Paphos), The Akrotiri Fish Reserve
with 16 kilometers of beachfront. This long is more developed with hills and cliffs A very shallow dive that is suitable for all
stretch of sandy beaches includes areas on both sides creating a beautiful and levels of experience.
with excellent facilities and clear waters serene spot. It is mainly sandy but has
that have been awarded with the Blue Flag shingles and pebbles in the middle. Tombs
label. A line of luxurious hotels back much Is very close to the shore, and there are
Midway between Larnaca and Limassol is a series of apparently man made caves
of the seafront ensuring that modern Governor’s Beach. The tranquil setting has
comforts and an abundance of watersports which resemble ancient tombs. It is a very
shallow crystal waters and a sandy beach scenic site with prolific marine life.
are available. ideal for families with children. The white
Note: on every beach red buoys indicate rocks area is an ideal spot for snorkeling.
the swimmers’ area where speed-boats Archways and Pinnacles
Generally, this location offers much for There is an abundance of marine and fish
and any other vessel craft are not allowed nature lovers including pleasant walks in life to be found all over this area.
to enter. one of the nature trails in the nearby hills.
Caverns and Caves
Dasoudi Beach is located in the heart of Blue Flag Beaches At 100 meters offshore in a depth of 14
the Limassol tourist area. Its forest area (awarded for quality and safety) meters you will find many interesting caves
and extra facilities such as small playground, Pissouri: Pissouri beach and a large reef with varied marine life.
restaurant, beach volley area, Olympic Episkopi: Courium beach
Swimming pool, make it a popular beach Limassol Marina Big Country
location in town. Limassol: Akti Olympion A & B A multi - level site with many caverns,
Ayios Athanasios: Miami overhangs and very large boulders, some
Lady’s Mile, located on the west part of Germasogia: Dasoudi more than 12 meters high.
Limassol, is an 8 km stretch with mostly Ayios Tychonas: Castella, Armonia, Onesilos,
unspoiled sandy beaches with shallow waters Aphrodite, Loures, Santa Barbara, Vouppa
Parekklisia: Parekklisia beach Boat trips along the coast of Limassol
and necessary facilities, suitable for families.
Pyrgos: Panagies, Aoratoi One day sea cruises in the crystal-clear
Pentakomo: Governor’s beach, Kalymnos Mediterranean waters are organised from
Further south of Lady’s Mile is an unspoiled
May to October (weather permitting).
area, the Button Beach, where small
Fully Accessible Beaches E These usually include drinks and snacks on
coastal sand dunes have grown. The Holy
The wheelchair user is able to get from the board, with lunch served either on board
Monastery of St. Nicholas of the Cats built
beach into the sea moving on a wooden or or at a seaside restaurant.
in the 4th century AD is located nearby.
plastic ramp. Hygiene facilities and parking Boat trips start from Limassol old Harbour.
places for disabled persons are available.
Episkopi and Avdimou are more relaxing
Limassol: Akti Olympion A΄ (Seatrac) Sailing / Yachting
settings. Avdimou is sandy and shallow;
Parekklisia: Municipal Beach For chartering motor or sailing yachts one
suitable for children.
Germasogeia: Dasoudi (Seatrac) may apply to:
Kourion Beach is in Episkopi, approximately Interyachting Ltd
Partially Accessible Beaches E
10 17 km from Limassol. Its location is well
These beaches have available ramps or Tel 80000900, 25811900
known as a main archeological site - the e-mail: [email protected]
pathways leading to some point on the
ancient Greco Roman Kourion theatre is
beach but the access is not extended into Website: www.interyachting.com.cy
only a short distance away. The beach is the sea. Hygiene facilities and parking
mostly sand and pebbles and the waters places for disabled persons are available. Catamaran Relax Cruises
are suitable for windsurfing. Pentakomo: Governor’s Beach Tel 99562074, 80008007
Pyrgos: Aoratoi, Panagies e-mail: [email protected]
Melanda Beach is found near Avdimou. Agios Tychonas: Afrodite, Castella, Onisi- Website : www.relax-cruises.com
Backed by amazing red sandstone cliffs, los, Santa Barbara, Vouppa
it is mostly sand and pebble with lots True North Yachting Ltd
Agios Athanasios: Miami
of seaweed. The facilities are limited in the Tel 99586486
Lemesos: Akti Olympion Β΄
area but it offers excellent swimming once Pissouri: Pissouri beach, Mounti e-mail: [email protected]
passed the pebbles. Episkopi: Kourion Website: www.truenorth.com.cy

Nautical Clubs / Sailing Clubs Prodromos Reservoir: 4 km (2,5 miles) Get in touch with:
The various nautical clubs are responsible from Troodos mountains square Stavros Kypragoras (Parachuting)
for all sports and competitions concerning Polemidia Reservoir: 10 minutes drive Tel 99643068
sea sports, such as swimming, sailing etc. north-west of Limassol town (catch and Sotos Christoforou (Hang Gliding)
release only) Tel 99606211
Limassol Nautical Club Demetris Antoniou (Paragliding)
Old Limassol – Lefkosia Rd, Tel 25318181 Cruises Tel 99406507
Website: www.ncl.com.cy Cyprus is often referred to as the gateway to Ioannis Papaiakivou (Power Flying)
the Eastern Mediterranean. Cypriot cruise Tel 99429879
Famagusta Nautical Club companies take you through that gateway Apostolos Prastitis (Aeromodelling)
Old Limassol – Lefkosia Rd, Tel 25879767, to Eastern Mediterranean from the port Tel 99677719
25324056 of Limassol. The cruise programmes have
been designed specifically to suit varying Birdwatching
Keryneia Nautical Club travel requirements, including departure Cyprus’ location is a major crossroad for
Old Limassol – Lefkosia Rd, Tel 25322414 days and destinations by offering cruises many bird migration routes across the
Website: www.kyreniaship.org to Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Syria, Greece Mediterranean. Birdwatching possibilities
and the Greek Islands. are many, with over 365 species on the island’s
Cyprus Yachting Association list, including resident and migrant species
Amathuntos 21, 4532 Ayios Tychonas The cruises are usually operational from which use the island as their stopover.
Tel 25320559 March to November.
e-mail: [email protected] For further information please contact the The Limassol Akrotiri salt lake, Zakaki
Website: www.cysaf.org.cy following agents: Marshes, Fassouri Reed beds and Bishop’s
Pool are excellent birdwatching posts,
Saltwater/Sea Fishing Louis Cruise Centre Ltd especially during the migration period in the
The sea around Cyprus is home to more Tel 25570000 spring and autumn. The area is known for the
than 250 species of fish, including snapper, e-mail: [email protected] flamingos and various species of ducks.
amberjack and tuna. Boats can be rented Website: www.louiscruises.com
at fishing shelters and stations.
Salamis Tours Ltd
Angling in Reservoirs Tel 25860000, 25364410
According to the revised Fisheries Law special email: [email protected]
licenses must be obtained for those interested Website: www.salamis-tours.com
in angling in dams from the Department of
Fisheries and Marine Research. Air Sports
Tel 22807809 The excellent weather conditions prevailing
Website: www.moa.gov.cy/dfmr in Cyprus, for more than 330 flyable days
per annum, offer ideal conditions for airsport
Limassol District Office activities. 11
Corner of Voukourestiou 25 and Theodektou 2 The Cyprus Airsports Federation offers the
Tel 25817312 opportunity for sightseeing, pleasure flying
and flight training.
The reservoirs are stocked with 18 species Tel 22339771, e-mail: [email protected]
of fish. The most popular are Trout, Largemouth Website: www.caf.org.cy
bass, Carp, Pikeperch, Roach, etc.
The Cyprus Airsports Federation is a member
Limassol Dams of the FAI and its annual events include
Germasogeia Reservoir: 10 minutes drive National Aerorallies, trips to the Greek
north of Limassol town Islands and the neighbouring countries,
Kouris Reservoir: 25 minutes drive north-west Parachuting, Hang-Gliding, Para-Gliding
of Limassol town and Aeromodelling championships.

Shooting Snow Skiing Secret Valley Golf Club

Lemesos Shooting Club Skiing can be enjoyed on the slopes of Mount P.O. Box 62085, 8062 Pafos
Located near Parekklisia village, near Santa Olympus (1951 meters a.s.l.), usually from Tel 26274000, Fax 26274001
Marina Retreat, 10 km east of the city the beginning of January to the end of March. e-mail: [email protected]
centre on the way to Lefkosia Mount Olympus is only 2 km from Troodos Website: www.secretvalley.com
hill resort, 12 km from Platres hill resort,
Tel 99495130
and about an hour’s drive from Limassol. Minthis Hills Golf Club (former Tsada Golf Club)
P.O. Box 62085, 8062 Pafos
Website: www.shootingclub.org The Cyprus Ski Club operates four ski lifts Tel 26642774/ 5, Fax 26642776
at the Troodos ski centre: e-mail [email protected]
Open every day except Mondays Website: www.cyprusgolf.com/tsada.htm
Winter: 10.00 –13.00 & 14.30 till dusk a) A chairlift at the FIS homologated slope
Summer: 10.00 –13.00 & 16.00 till dusk of Zeus (380 meters) Eléa Golf Club
Closed from the 2nd to the 4th week of b) A 350 m T-bar type ski lift on the Hera slope
1 Eleon Avenue, 8310 Geroskipou, Paphos
August for Summer holidays. c) A 150 m T-bar ski lift, located on Sun Valley
Tel 26202004, Fax 26966900
leading to the Aphrodite slope
d) A 150 m T-bar ski lift, located on Sun Valley e-mail: [email protected]
Beretta Shooting Club (private) leading to Herme slope Website: www.eleaestate.com
Monagri village, Limassol – Troodos road,
15 km from Limassol For any further information contact: Hiking – Nature Trails
Tel 25390661, 99638639 Limassol’s multifaceted scenery and climate
e-mail: [email protected] The Cyprus Ski Club makes for an ideal walking paradise. Many
Website: www.shotgunscy.com Amfipoleos 21, 2025 Strovolos nature trails offer spectacular views of
Tel 22449837 (office hours) lush vineyards, plantations, olive groves,
Opening hours: Tel 25420104 (Troodos Ski shop) the beautiful coast, traditional and quaint
Mar –Aug: Daily 9.00 till dusk e-mail: [email protected] villages, churches & monasteries and
Website: www.cyprusski.com colourful paths which boast the rich and
Sept: Wed: 14.00 till dusk
varied flora that Cyprus is recognized for.
Sat, Sun: 09.00 till dusk Tennis Special hiking excursions can be organised
Oct – Nov: Daily: 9.00 till dusk Lemesos Sporting Club by the Sightseeing Tour Operators.
Nov – Feb: Sat: 09.00 till dusk I.Zachariadou 4, Tsiflikoudia, Limassol (see page 6)
Tel 25564697
Safaris The club is west of Limassol town centre, a The E4 European Long Distance Path and
Discover the most beautiful spots in Cyprus 15 minute drive from the hotels area. Nature Trail publication is available at all
with fun and lively jeep, quad or motor safaris. CTO offices.
Famagusta Tennis Club
Ascot Car Rental Ltd Mesaorias 3, Limassol (in the town centre)
Tel 25335952
Akamas safari | Troodos safari
Tel 25329388, Mob 99687085 School of Tennis Ioannides
12 Patroklou Kokkinou 9, Mesa Geitonia, 4000
Daktari Jeep Safari Limassol, Tel 99619906
Akamas safari | Troodos safari
Tel 25322210 Golf
Golf lovers can find clubs within only a 30
Quad Safari Limassol to 40 minute drive from Limassol.
Quad off road adventure | guided quad
Nearby Golf Courses:
safari daily.
Aphrodite Hills Golf Club
Tel 97621753 Aphrodite Hills Resort, 4 Aphrodite Avenue,
8500 Kouklia, Pafos
Exclaim Enduro Adventure Motorbike Tours Tel 26828200, Fax 26828201
Parekklisia, Limassol & Kakopetria e-mail: [email protected]
Tel 99280256 Website: www.aphroditehills.com

Trails in the Limassol District: Polemidia National Forest Park Note: Each Germasogeia Walk is organised
Central part of the Troodos mountain range Just outside the town of Limassol with an on alternate weeks.
(Lefkosia and Limassol Districts): 22 trails area of 125 ha, with a semi-natural and
Pitsilia and north-east Troodos mountain natural vegetation. It offers a variety of • Discover the Natural Environment of
range (Lefkosia and Limassol Districts): 17 trails recreational facilities such as picnic site, Germasogeia (Oct – Apr)
Germasogeia, Arsos, Episkopi, Polemidia hiking trails, children’s playground, sport Guided bus and walking tour
areas (Limassol District): 5 trails grounds, cafeteria and kiosk. Highlights of the tour: the tour drives
Pafos forest and Vouni Panagias (Pafos, Limassol
below the hills and escarpments on either
and Lefkosia Districts): 11 trails Walking Tours
side of the valley made up of sedimentary
• Guided tours in and around Limassol
There are two Nature Trails especially for rocks. Koryphi is one of them with a height
and Germasogeia village are offered free
the disabled: of 382 meters above sea level. The tour
of charge by these Municpalities and are
organised in collaboration with the Cyprus goes along the valley to the tranquil area
Troodos National Forest Park: Tourism Organisation (CTO) and the Cyprus of Phinicaria. Includes half an hour’s walk
‘Kampos tou Livadiou’. It is circular trail Tourist Guides Association. (there is uphill walking) along the nature
and its length is 1,5 km. Time 45 minutes. trail of the area laid out by the Forestry
Limassol Walk Department and the magnificent view of
Machairas National Forest Park: ‘Mantra Guided walking tour of old Limassol, in the water dam and river. The ruins of water
tou Kampiou’. It is circular trail and its English mills can be seen on the bank of the river.
length is 1 km. Time 30 minutes. Highlights of the tour: Molos (the sea Wednesday: 10.00 hrs (in English)
front), open-air Sculpture Park – old Starting point: CTO Information Office,
Horse Riding port – Mediaeval Castle, Kepir Mosque, The Georgiou A’ 22, Germasogeia tourist area
Amathus Park Riding School Cathedral of Agia Napa, The Municipal (eastern entrance of Dasoudi Beach)
Parekklisia village, Limassol Market, Agiou Andreou Street For information and bookings please call
Tel 99604109 Monday: 10.00 hrs 25323211
e-mail: [email protected] Starting point: CTO Information Ofiice,
Note: Each Germasogeia Walk is organised
Old Port Square
Alasia Polo on alternate weeks.
For information and bookings please call
Parekklisia village, Limassol 25362756
Tel 96818196 Routes
Germasogeia Walks Wine Routes
National Parks • Germasogeia ‘A Village Blessed by Water’ Limassol is considered to be the centre of
Troodos National Forest Park (Oct – Apr) Cyprus’ wine industry. The island has been
With an area of 9147 ha was declared as Guided bus and walking tour producing wine for almost 5,000 years,
such in 1992, while four areas within the Highlights of the tour: Prophet Elias Monastery capturing old tradition while simultaneously
Park (with a total area of 220 ha) were excavations (5th cent. A.D.), Ayia Christina forming a new wine culture with internationally
declared as Natural Reserves. It is covered Church dating to the 12th cent. A.D., the award winning wines. Limassol offers
mostly by natural forest of black pine and recently restored old village house – the several picturesque wine routes (Krasochoria, 13
brutia pine. The Park is a unique area for Cultural Centre – which is the ‘get together Commandaria & Pitsilia) where one can enjoy
Cyprus with high ecological, recreational, centre’ of the inhabitants of Germasogeia, the pretty villages, beautiful scenery
hydrological and geological value. It is part Ayia Paraskevi Church built at the end of and get an authentic taste of delicious wines.
of the Natura 2000, the European network the 19th cent, artist’s workshop, water
More details can be obtained from your local
of protected areas. About 800 plant species dam of Germasogeia.
were recorded here, 72 of them are endemic CTO Office (brochures are available for
Wednesday: 10.00 hrs (in English)
to Cyprus, of which 12 are exclusive to the each route) or visit www.visitcyprus.com
Starting point: CTO Information Office,
Park. The Visitor Centre which provides Georgiou A’ 22, Germasogeia tourist area
information about the Park and (eastern entrance of Dasoudi Beach)
environmental education to schools is For information and bookings please call
situated 200 m west of the Troodes Square. 25323211

Wine Route 4: Krasochoria – Lemesou 1st Local Route of Lemesos Religious Route routes also offer a refreshing and healthy
(20 villages, 11 wineries +) Total route length: 72 kilometres way to explore the area. While viewing the
Start Point: Kolossi Start Point: Cyprus Mediaeval Museum sea, colourful landscapes or mountainous
End Point: Avdimou (inside the Castle of Limassol) regions, the challenging variety of terrains
Highlights: Limassol, Kolossi, Erimi, Kantou, End Point: Church of Τimios Stavros, Kouka, make each course a unique experience.
Limassol Cycling Guidebooks with route and course
Souni-Zanakia, Pano Kivides, Agios Amvrosios,
Highlights: Cyprus Mediaeval Museum (the details are available at CTO offices or
Lofou, Vouni, Koilani, Pera Pedi, Mandria,
Castle of Limassol), the church of Agios information can be obtained from the
Kato Platres, Omodos, Vasa, Malia, Arsos, website: www.visitcyprus.com.
Efstathios in Kolossi, Omodos (Monastery of
Pachna, Anogyra, Avdimou
Timios Stavros) , Koilani (Agia Mavri church,
Monogenous church, and the church of Limassol-Ancient Amathus Cycling Route
Wine Route 5: Koumandaria (14 villages+, Panagia which also hosts the Ecclesiastical Total distance – 11 km
2 wineries) Museum of Koilani), Kouka (Τimios Stavros Difficulty rate: An easy ride for all types
Start Point: Kolossi church) of bicycles
Finish Point: Agia Fyla Road conditions: Entirely paved
Highlights: Limassol, Kolossi, Erimi, Alassa, 2nd Local Route of Lemesos Religious Route Start Point: Old Port of Limassol
Agios Georgios Silikou, Doros, Laneia, Total route length: 56 kilometres End Point: Archeological site of Amathous
Trimiklini, Agios Mamas, Kapileio, Zoopigi, Start Point: Church of Αgia Anastasia, Pano
Polemidia Ancient Amathus-Governor’s Beach Cycling
Kalo Chorio, Agios Pavlos, Agios Konstantinos,
End Point: Μonastery of Timios Prodromos, Route
Louvaras, Gerasa, Apsiou, Paramytha, Total distance – 15 km
Palodeia, Agia Fyla Mesa Potamos
Difficulty rate: Hard and uneven surface. It
Highlights: Pano Polemidia (Αgia Anastasia
requires a good quality mountain bike with
church), Monagri (many significant churches
Wine Route 6: Pitsilia (14 villages+, 4 wineries) 24 speeds and front fork suspension
including the Monastery of Panagia tis
Start Point: Mesa Geitonia Road conditions: First 5 km of paved roads
Amasgou, the Μonastery of Archangel,
End Point: Palodeia the rest is uneven surface
Αgios Georgios church, and the parish
Highlights: Limassol, Agia Fyla, Palodeia, Start Point: The end of the Limassol-ancient
church of the village). Kouka (the Μonastery
Alassa, Trimiklini, Pelendri, Potamitissa, Amathous route
of Timios Stavros), Mesa Potamos (the
Dymes, Kyperounta, Chandria, Polystypos, End Point: Governor’s Beach
Μonastery of Timios Prodromos)
Alona, Agros, Agios Ioannis, Agios Theodoros,
Limassol Circular Cycling Route
Zoopigi 3rd Local Route of Lemesos Religious Route (Limassol-Fasouri-Pachna-Limassol)
Total route length: 6 kilometres Total distance – 77 km
Church Routes Start Point: Church of Timios Stavros, Difficulty rate: Relatively long route with
Visitors can become familiar with yet another Parekklisia a few steep uphills which require a bicycle
aspect of Cyprus civilisation by discovering End Point: Church of Agios Mamas, Louvaras with speeds
churches and monasteries of the former Road conditions: Good quality paved roads
Byzantine Empire. There are several routes Monasticism and Asceticism - Route D Religious throughout
14 Route
in Limassol including one on Troodos with Start Point: Limassol port traffic lights
Total route length: 97 kilometers End Point: Kolossi Mediaeval Castle.
its ten richly decorated churches and
Start Point: Monastery of Agios Nikolaos
monasteries. UNESCO, an agency of the
“ton Gaton”, Akrotiri Germasogeia-Kalo Chorio-Polemidia
United Nations whose primary aim is to
End Point: Monastery of Panagia tis Cycling Route
identify and conserve sites whose outstanding Sfalaggiotissas, Agios Athanasios Total distance – 63.5 km
values should be preserved for all humanity, Difficulty rate: Average. It requires a
have placed these 10 locations on the World Cycling Routes mountain bike with at least 21 speeds
Heritage List. There are four religious With very few winter months, the Cyprus Road conditions: A combination of paved
routes throughout Limassol. More details climate is ideal for cyclists. There are and dirt roads
can be obtained from your local CTO Office many bicycle paths throughout Limassol, Start Point: Germasogeia roundabout
or from the website: www.visitcyprus.com especially along the seafront stretch. Set End Point: Polemidia roundabout

Pitsylia-Troodos Cycling Route Shopping The Flea Market

Total distance – 28.3 km Agiou Andreou Street: for locally produced Asomatos village
Difficulty rate: Relatively short route with items, including art pieces, leather Sat, Sun and public holidays: 09.00 – 19.00
steep uphills that require a good quality goods, woven goods, ceramics, copperware,
street bicycle with at least 14 speeds, or a handmade silverware and jewellery, baskets Cinemas
mountain bike with 21 speeds and the famous traditional handmade K-Cineplex 1-5
Road conditions: Paved roads throughout Lefkaritika lace Ariadnis 8, Mouttagiaka tourist area
Start Point: Alona Tel 77778383
End Point: Troodos square Anexartisias Street: very near Agiou Andreou
Street with over 300 shops
RIO 1,2,3
Note: There are several Troodos Cycling Makarios Avenue: designer shops and many Ellados 125, 3041 Limassol, Tel 25871410
Routes (CTO #1 Troodos Cycling Routes of the more prestigious boutiques and
brochure & map) showrooms along with small shops of every Theatres
Route 1(a) Psilo Dendro (Platres – Karvounas, type Limassol Municipal Garden Theatre
16.2 km
Route 1(b) Karvounas – Prodromos, 22.7 km Tourist area: both souvenir shops and Lord Byron Street (in the Municipal Gardens)
Route 1(c) Prodromos – Psilo Dendro (Platres), supermarkets remain open until late in the Tel 25343341
18.2 km evenings and all day on Sunday
Patticheion Municipal Theatre
Cyprus Cycling Federation Mall Shopping: the largest shopping mall Agia Zonis Street, 3027 Limassol
21 Amfipoleos Street, 2025 Strovolos, in Cyprus is located in the Zakaki area at Tel 25343341
Nicosia the northwest entrance to Limassol, only
www.pattihio.com.cy
Tel 22449870, Fax 22449871 a short distance from the city centre and
with a close proximity to the port.
Limassol Cycling Club Rialto Theatre
160 Ellados Street, 3041 Limassol My Mall: Andrea Drousioti 19, Platia Iroon, 3603 Limassol
email: [email protected], 285 Franklin Roosevelt Road, 3150, Zakaki Tel 25343900
[email protected] Tel 25343777, Fax: 25341777 www.rialto.com.cy
Tel 97809451, 97809452 e-mail: [email protected]
website: www.mymall.com Othellos 1,2
Cycling Centres: Thessalonikis 19, 3025 Limassol, Tel 25352232
Thomas Wegmueller Sstw Ltd, Bike Cyprus Shopping hours:
Winter period (November 1 – March 31)
Columbia Beach Resort, Pissouri Bay, Melissi Theatrical Acting Group
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: up to 19.30 hrs
Limassol 108 Arch. Makarios III Avenue, 4004 Mesa
Wed: up to 15.00 hrs
Mob. 99666200 Geitonia, Limassol, Tel 25755034
Sat: up to 19.00 hrs
Summer period (April 1 – October 31) Technochoros Ethal
Gastronomy & Wine Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: up to 20.30 hrs
Fresh Mediterranean flavours can be enjoyed 76 Franklin Roosevelt, Demou Building,
Wed: up to 15.00 hrs Block A, 3011 Limassol, Tel 25877827
at numerous restaurants featuring both local
and international cuisine. Don’t miss the
Sat: up to 19.30 hrs 15
Just before Christmas and Easter, shops
chance to try Cyprus wine produced at the Theatre Ena
usually remain open until late in the evening.
nearby wine villages. Corner Mitropoulou & Tzami Street, Limassol
Markets Tel 96458399
Nightlife Central Municipal Market (Fruits and vegetables)
The bustling nightlife with its clubs, Mon – Sat: 06.00 – 15.00 Libraries
bars and discotheques elevate the spirit. Limassol Municipal Library (see page 4)
Open-air Fruits and Vegetables Market
A cornucopia of restaurants, tavernas Temporarily at Limassol Municipal Art
Off Makarios III avenue (Epaminondas parking
and cafés, many with outdoor seating in Gallery
place), Sat: 06.00 – 13.00
beautiful settings, form a culinary
extravaganza with tastes of local and Linopetra Car-boot sale University of Technology Library
international cuisines. Sat: 06.00 – 14.00 Nicolaou Xiouta 1, 3036 Limassol, Tel 25002518

Bowling Centres Children Play Areas 16 km stretch Beach Path

Galactica Bowling Centre Numerous children indoor and outdoor A point of reference in Limassol, thoroughly
53 Archbishop Makarios Avenue, play centres and amusement parks are enjoyed both by locals and visitors. Take
Mesa Yitonia found throughout the city. a long walk on the beach path (or use the
4003 Limassol, Tel 25750666
bicycle trail) which stretches from the old
Fasouri Watermania Waterpark port promenade, passes by the Sculpture
Alien Bowling at My Mall Fasouri Watermania is presently the biggest
285 Franklin Roosevelt Road, Zakaki, Park and continues towards the tourist
Waterpark in Cyprus both in size (over
3150 Limassol, Tel 25711551, 25343777, area, down a path of several recently
Fax 25341777 100.000 square meters • 25 acres) and
developed cafés by the sea.
Email: [email protected] number of attractions and facilities (with
Website: www.mymall.com 30 different slides and attractions for Sculpture Park
Open daily: 10.00am until midnight all ages, six food and beverage outlets), Located in Prokymea Park (sea front). The
Tel 25714235 Sculpture Park features works of art created
Lawn/green Bowling e-mail: [email protected] by Cypriot, Greek and international artists.
Club Aphrodite Complex, Gallias 94, Website: www.fasouri-waterpark.com
Erimi village, Limassol, Tel 25932488 Medieval Castle square
Shuttle Service A hot spot in the city’s nightlife and day-
Go-Karting A two way shuttle service from the Limassol life. An area where you can find all kinds of
Need 4 Speed tourist area to the Waterpark is offered. places for drinks or dinner.
Erimi village, Limassol, Tel 99462269 The pick up points will be at the Limassol
Town bus stops which can be found in front Saripolou and Athinon Streets
of each hotel on the main seaside avenue This area is the ‘must visit’ place for
Cyprus Land (Medieval Theme Park) beginning from the Le Meridien Hotel. entertainment, shopping and more. Graffiti
12 Andokidu, 4046 Yermasoyia, Last pick up point is the bus stop opposite art decorates many of the buildings in the
Tel. 25310692, 97846367 Pireaus Bank next to Pier’s Beach Hotel area, local art workshops can be found
www.historical-atlas.com (Molos Area). The drop off point will be at
the Waterpark. around and the Municipal Market is a few
Entrance fee: €14,00 adults, €8,00
Operating Dates & Hours: foot steps away for those looking for fresh
children
Mid April – Mid October (Weather Permitting) fruit, vegetables, nuts, local products and
Mid April - May 31st & September 1st to handmade items.
Ice Skating Mid October 10:00–17:00
Available at the lower level of MY MALL in June 1st to August 31st 10:00–18:00 Old Port Square
Zakaki, Limassol Worth a visit The traditional fishing port of Limassol was
285 Franklin Roosevelt Road, 3150 Limassol turned into a place full of life, for both locals
Atlas Rentals and visitors who wish to enjoy their time by
Tel 25343777
Quad safari tours, Enduro tours, rental of the sea. The project features trendy cafes
Off Road Cart and Paintball Centre bikes, motorbikes, mini cars, buggies, and restaurants, as well as a picturesque
Asgata village, approximately 15 minutes e-scouters pier that stands since 1880 and offers the
16 Tel. 25212109, Mob. 97696964, 99112010 perfect spot for a romantic walk or a place
from Limassol, Tel 99636183, 99534827
e-mail: [email protected] to sit relax and enjoy the endless sea view.
Website: www.sayious.com
Mon – Fri: 14.00 – 17.00 Municipal Gardens Limassol Marina
Sat, Sun: 10.00 – 17.00 28th October Avenue, 3105 Limassol Limassol Marina is open to the public offering
Reservation required Enjoy a pleasant leisurely walk through the a taste of “living on the sea”. Several
restaurants and bars are operating, along
Municipal Gardens with its small zoo and
Apesia Hills Donkey Farm with various shops, a spa centre and fitness
lush trees, plants and shrubs.
Apesia village, Tel 96713034 club.
Open Daily: 09.00 till sunset Prokymea Seaside Park
Take a seaside stroll or use the bicycle
trail.
Prokymea Seaside Park
Prokymea Seaside Park

EVENTS
The city’s carefree holiday ambience is matched by the friendly annual events and festivals which create a vibrant, colourful
and lively character of its people. With its fun-loving reputation atmosphere throughout the year.
it is fitting that Limassol hosts some of the island’s best known
Event Period / Duration Venue / Location Details
Epiphany Celebration January 6 Old Port A ceremonial blessing of the waters

takes place and the Holy Cross is
flung into the sea by a priest, where
men and women dive in to recover it.
Almond Festival End of February Limnatis village The programme includes traditional
dances and free tasting of traditional
products made of almond.
The event is organised by the
“Kourri-Xylourikou” Community Complex.
More information at the CTO offices
closer to the date
Carnival Festival Feb / Mar All over Limassol Masquerade parties, balls and grand
Beginning 50 days before parades of colourful floats and groups
Orthodox Easter of fancy-dressed participants, singing
For 10 days and dancing along the streets of
Limassol.
www.limassolmunicipal.com.cy

Cyprus Sunshine Cup Feb – Mar Tochni, Kalavasos, International mountain bike series.
Amathus area Participation in the races with
combination of a training camp in
Cyprus, is a «must» for many
international elite mountain bikers.
www.mtbcyprus.com
Green Monday Feb – Mar Countryside Beginning of the Lent. People enjoy
a picnic and fly kites in the countryside.
International March Sea front Having managed to earn the

Limassol Marathon accreditation of AIMS and IAAF, the
Limassol Marathon GSO is expanding
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Marathon runners from all over the
world will meet to compete and at
the same time enjoy a memorable
experience.
www.limassolmarathon.com
Dance Platform March Rialto Theatre Contemporary dance event

For 3 days www.rialto.com.cy
Spring Historic Car Rally March Limassol to Agia Napa A classic car event organised by the
Friends of Historic & Old Cars
www.fipa-cyprus.org.cy
Troodos International March Dias Slope, Troodos Organised by the Cyprus

FIS Races Ski Federation
www.cyprusski.com
Cyprus Film Days March Rialto Theatre One of the island’s foremost film
For 1 week industry events, Cyprus Film Days
offers audiences a wide choice of
ground-breaking independent film
screenings, Q&A sessions with
film-makers and networking
opportunities for industry
professionals.
www.rialto.com.cy
Easter Celebrations Apr – May Churches all over Limassol The most important Greek Orthodox
and Limassol district religious feast is celebrated with
evening processions on Good Friday,
outdoor midnight mass on Easter
Saturday and traditional games
on Easter Sunday and Monday.
European Dance Festival May – June Rialto Theatre Contemporary dance companies from
European countries compete with
Cypriot dance companies.
www.rialto.com.cy
Flower Festival Second weekend in May Germasogeia Celebrating the beauty of

For 2 days Spring with a floral exhibition
boasting the rich variety of
Cyprus’ authentic wild flora.
www.yermasoyia.org
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Street Life Festival May Athinon & Saripolou This hip and hugely successful annual
streets, Limassol centre event celebrates urban art, music,
old town centre street performance, sport, natural
therapies and food. Suitable for all
ages.
www.street-life.org

Limassol Carnival
Photo by: Michel-K
Aphrodite Rally May Limassol to Pafos Classic car enthusiasts take to the
road for a romantic drive through
the Cyprus countryside stopping
en-route to visit sites associated
with the cult of the love goddess
Aphrodite.
International Bridge Early June Limassol Organised by the Cyprus Bridge

Festival Federation
The Festival incorporates two
competitions, one for pairs and
one for teams.
www.cyprusbridge.org
Kataklysmos June Prokymea seaside park The Festival of the Flood features a
50 days after Greek fair, boat trips and more.
Orthodox Easter www.limassolmunicipal.com.cy

European Dance Festival June Rialto Theatre An international dance meeting held
For 1 month annually.
www.rialto.com.cy

Shakespeare Festival June Kourion Aphitheatre The Performing Arts for Cyprus
Charities organises a classic play
from the Bard, which is performed
at the top of a hill overlooking the
Mediterranean.
The Cyprus – Russian June Molos area To promote closer relationships

Festival For 2 days between the two countries on
a cultural level.
Troodos Sports & Fun for 2 days Pano Platres, Troodos Action, sports and fun in the
Festival Last weekend of June mountains with a wide range of
outdoor activities to try from
hiking and archery to mountain
24 biking and trail running.
www.mytroodos.com
Ethnic Festival July Plateia Iroon, Global music performances

Limassol old town centre
The Great Ballet July Municipal Garden Theatre Weekend dance festival
Companies www.limassolmunicipal.com.cy
Koumandaria Festival July Alassa, Agios Georgios, Annual festival dedicated to
Doros, Laneia, Monagri the delicious Cyprus dessert wine
& Silikou ‘koumandaria’.
International Festival of July – August Kourion Amphitheatre Epic adventures and heroism from
Ancient Greek Drama the great dramatists are conjured
up by companies from around the
world, performing in various languages.
www.cyprus-theatre-iti.org
Limassol International August B Municipal Market The main platform for projecting
Documentary Festival (Theatro Ena) contemporary, creative
documentary in Cyprus with
screenings, talks and workshops.
www.filmfestival.com.cy
Wine Festival End of Aug – early Sept Limassol Municipal Gardens Held since 1961. Inspired by the
For 12 days ancient festivals dedicated to
Dionysos the God of wine.
Offers free wine alongside theatre
presentations, dancing and stands
with traditional food specialties.
Open Studios October Various art workshops Opportunity for visirors to see
quality art in the very studio
it is being created in.
www.openstudioscy.com
Lemesia international October Various venues Competitions in boxing, karate,

sporting event For 10 days triathlon, marathon, shooting,
rhythmic gymnastics and cycling.
Aims to promote participation
in sports.
Cyprus Herbs Event October Pano Platres, Troodos Organised by the Cyprus Tourism
For 1 month Organisation. Visitors can learn
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about the 674 indigenous herbs and
essential oils.
www.mytroodos.com
Forest Park Rally November Platres, Troodos Classic car rally along winding
mountain roads.
Christmas Village December Anexartesias street Festive atmosphere and fun activities
for children.
New Year’s Eve December 31 Gregori Afxentiou Musical evening.

At 23.00 Square Celebrations and fireworks.
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Cyprus Sunshine Cup

WEDDINGS IN LIMASSOL Country code: (+357)
There are plenty of options when getting married in Limassol, the most cosmopolitan area of Cyprus. Whatever your preference,
the choices range from a simple civil ceremony at one of the elegantly designed town halls or a traditional religious ceremony in a
quaint church to an extravagant event in one of the many seafront hotels with luxurious banqueting facilities and private chapels
or a small private ceremony on a yacht cruising the clear waters of the Mediterranean.
Planning your wedding day is sure to run smoothly and effortlessly, whether you choose to let your tour operator or hotel handle
all the arrangements or even if you decide to make the preparations yourself, since there is little red tape to create unnecessary
obstacles. Couples who intend to get married are required to personally apply for a wedding license only after their arrival to
Cyprus, to the Marriage Officer at the Municipality of their choice. This is a very easy and quick procedure that leaves you plenty
of time to concentrate on your own special touches and enjoy the days leading up to the ceremony.
Municipality List:
Limassol Municipality
Tel 25884300, Fax 25365497,
Germasogeia (Yermasoyia) Municipality

39, Ag. Paraskevis street, 4044 Germasogeia
Limassol
Tel 25879898, Fax 25873434,
www.yermasoyiamunicipality.org.cy
Ayios Athanasios Municipality
42, Stavraetou tou Machera Street, 4140 Ayios Athanasios,
Limassol
Tel 25721496, Fax 25725010
www.agiosathanasios.org.cy
Kato Polemidia Municipality
58, Panayias Evangelistrias Street, 4156 Kato Polemidia,
Limassol
Tel 25821382, Fax 25395632
www.polemidiamunicipal.com.cy
28 Mesa Geitonia (Yitonia) Municipality
Tel 25723597, Fax 25723744,
www.mesayitonia.com.cy
Ipsonas Municipality
83, Makaroiu C’, 4181, Ipsonas, Limassol
Tel 25390643, Fax 25392595,
www.ipsonas.org

ACCOMMODATION Country code: (+357)
HOTELS Facilities ATLANTICA BAY ****

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THE ROYAL APOLLONIA ***** Opr: Rolico Hotels Ltd
Email: [email protected]
Rooms: 204, Beds: 408 Facilities
Website: www.amathuslimassol.com
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Tel 25508800, Fax 25321683
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Rooms: 287, Beds: 574 Email: [email protected]
Amathous Avenue, 4532 Agios Tychonas
NPHJL
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Tel 25858000, Fax 25310887 Opr: Atlantica Leisure Group Ltd
ST. RAPHAEL *****
Website: www.fourseasons.com.cy
Amathus Avenue, 3308 Pyrgos
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Tel 25634100, Fax 25636394
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CROWNE PLAZA LIMASSOL ****
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Rooms: 255, Beds: 510 Tel 25851515, Fax 25323494
Amathous Avenue, 4044 Parekklisia
NPHL
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AJAX ****
Email: [email protected] Opr: The Churchill Hotel Management Ltd
Website: www.grandresort.com.cy
Corner G. Neofytou & D. Nikolaou Street, Facilities
Opr: Hawaii Hotels Ltd 4006 Mesa Geitonia
Facilities Tel 25590000, Fax 25591222
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CURIUM PALACE ****
PARKLANE ***** cdefijklmnoq 11, Byron Street, 3105 Limassol
Rooms: 339, Beds: 678 ruvwzACDFNHJ Tel 25891100, Fax 25891350
Old Nicosia-Limassol Road, Pyrgos KL Email: [email protected]
Tel 25862000, Fax 25634222 Website: www.curiumpalace.com
Email: [email protected] Opr: Curium Palace Hotel Ltd
Website: www.lemeridienlimassol.com Facilities
Opr: L’Union Nationale (Tourism and Sea Resorts) Ltd
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ELIAS BEACH **** ATLANTICA OASIS *** MONIATIS ***

Rooms: 168, Beds: 336 Rooms: 279, Beds: 530 Rooms: 30, Beds: 60
Amathous Avenue, 4533 Agios Tychonas 11, Stymfalidon Street, 4046 P. Germasogeias 10, Naxou Street, 4047 P. Germasogeias
Tel 25636000, Fax 25635300 Tel 25883500, Fax 25319240 Tel 25325777, Fax 25431508
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Website: www.kanikahotels.com Website: www.atlanticahotels.com
Website: www.moniatishotel.com
Facilities Opr: Atlantica Leisure Group Ltd
Opr: M. Moniatis and Sons Ltd
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MEDITERRANEAN BEACH ****
Rooms: 291, Beds: 582 NAVARRIA ***
Amathous Avenue, 4532 Agios Tychonas HARMONY BAY ***
Tel 25311777, Fax 25324754 Rooms: 114, Beds: 217
14, Verginas Street, 4532 Agios Tychonas
Email: [email protected] Georgios A’ Street, 4047, P. Germasogeias
Tel 25320855, Fax 25320707
Website: www.medbeach.com Tel 25328081
Opr: Stademos Hotels Plc Email: [email protected]
Website: www.navarriahotel.com
Opr: Crusader Hotel Resort Ltd
Facilities Opr: Kallinika Developing Ltd
Facilities
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POSEIDONIA BEACH **** KAPETANIOS ODYSSIA ***
Rooms: 138, Beds: 276 PARK BEACH ***
Rooms: 159, Beds 318
Amathous Avenue, 4532 Agios Tychonas 28th October Street, 3106, Limassol Rooms: 110, Beds: 209
Tel 25321000, Fax 25327040 Tel 25591111, Fax 25591112 12, Georgios A’ Street, 4047 P. Germasogeias
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Tel 25321301, Fax 25323755
Website: www.poseidonia-beachhotel.com Website: www.kapetaniosgroup.com Email: [email protected]
Opr: Charteredhouse Estates Ltd Opr: Kapetanios Hotels Ltd Website: www.parkbeach.cy.net
Facilities Opr: Del Kirzis Tourist Enterprises Ltd
Facilities
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KAPETANIOS *** 31
ALASIA ***
Rooms: 75, Beds: 142 TSANOTEL ***
6, Haydari Street, 3020 Limassol 4-6, Pan. Symeou Street, 3105 Limassol Rooms: 96, Rooms: 192
Tel 25332000, Fax 25335425 Tel 25586266, Fax 25591032 Georgios A’ Street, 4046, P. Germasogeias
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] +357 25 322 667 +357 25 321 897
Opr: Pipis Hotels Ltd Website: www.kapetaniosgroup.com www.tsanotel.com 96 192
Opr: Mimoza Holidays Ltd Email: [email protected]
Facilities
Facilities Website: www.tsanotel.com
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AQUARIUS BEACH ** GUEST HOUSES CHRIELKA - CLASS A

Rooms: 33, Beds: 63 Flats: 29, Beds: 58
LUXOR
11, Amathus Avenue, 4532 Agios Tychonas 7, Olympion Street, 3035 Limassol
Rooms: 15, Beds: 25
Tel 25358366, Fax 25358279
Tel 25326666, Fax 25430666 101, Agios Andreas Street, 3036 Limassol
Email: [email protected] Tel 25362265
Website: www.chrielka.com.cy
Website: www.aquarius-cy.com Email: [email protected]
Website: www.luxorlimassol.com Opr: Avgerinos Nikitas Ltd
Opr: Issa Bros Cyprus (Hotel) Ltd
Opr: Mr Constantinos Psaras Facilities
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NG LONDA BEACH - DELUXE
Flats: 49, Beds: 114 JASMINE - CLASS A
PEFKOS (a/c) ** Flats: 31, Beds: 68
72 Georgios A Street, Potamos Germasogeias
Rooms: 97, Beds: 184 7, Pan. Tsangaris Street, 4042 P. Germasogeias
70, Kavazoglou & Misiaoulis Street, 4048, P.O. Box 52000, 3509
Tel 25865555, Fax 25320040 Tel 25329828, Fax 25329811
3016 Limassol Email: [email protected]
Tel 25660066, Fax 25577083 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.londahotel.com Opr: G & A Christofi Apts Ltd
Website: www.pefkoshotel.com Opr: Serendipily Ltd Facilities
Opr: Pefkotel Ltd Facilities cdefilmnovwA
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cdefijklmnoz ouvwxzABCDFH TASIANA STAR - CLASS A
ADFNL LG Flats: 32, Beds: 64
Doureios Ippos Street, 4046 P. Germasogeias
SYLVA (a/c) ** BLUE CRANE - CLASS A Tel 25321214, Fax 25319223
Rooms: 90, Beds: 168 Flats: 49, Beds: 98 Email: [email protected]
124, Griva Digeni Street, 3101 Agios Amathus Street, 4532 Agios Tychonas Website: www.cytop.net/tasiana
Athanasios Tel 25318822, Fax 25318 820 Opr: Tasiana Hotel Apts Ltd
Tel 25591999, Fax 25587121 Opr: Rembrandt Properties Ltd Facilities
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Opr: Eviro Development Ltd cdeflmnorvzA ADF
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LE VILLAGE (B&B) *
Rooms: 32, Beds: 61
242, Leontios A’ Street, 3020 Limassol
Tel 25368126, Fax 25348044
Opr: A & C Georgiades Ltd
Facilities
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Dasoudi beach

GEO TANYA (a/c) - CLASS B THE PALMS (a/c) - CLASS B Facilities

Flats: 29, Beds: 58 Flats: 20, Beds: 56
110-116, Argeion Street, Dourios Ippos Street, 4046 P. Germasogeias
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4046 P. Germasogeias Tel 25310787, 25321134 F
Tel 25321214, Fax 25310788 Fax 25310788
Opr: Ms Anastasia Papagapiou Email: [email protected]
Facilities Website: www.thepalms.com.cy TOURIST APARTMENTS
Opr: Geotanya Hotel Apts Co Ltd
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Facilities
LORDOS (a/c) - CLASS B Flats: 12, Beds: 32
cdefikmnoADF Limassol - Lefkosia Road, 4044 Limassol
Flats: 23, Beds: 62
13, Andreas Zaimis Street, 3107 Limassol VEGAS - CLASS B Tel 25322433, Fax 25325835
Tel 25582850, Fax 25582861 Flats: 12, Beds: 24 Opr: Tranquil Seas Hotels Ltd
Email: [email protected] Amathous Street, 4532 Agios Tychonas Facilities
Website: www.lordoshotelapts.com Tel 25320222, Fax 25320754
Opr: Neorion Hotels Ltd Email: [email protected] cdnD
Facilities Opr: Vegas Hotel Apts Ltd
ATLANTICA GARDENS A & B
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Flats: 54, Beds: 120
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PIGEON BEACH (a/c) - CLASS B 4046 P. Germasogeias
Flats: 12, Beds: 24 ESTELLA (a/c) - CLASS C Tel 25883500, Fax 25319240
16, Amathous Avenue, 4532 Limassol Flats: 36, Beds: 72 Email: [email protected]
Tel 25321826, Fax 25321251 3, Chr. Kranos Street, 4047 P. Germasogeias
Website: www.atlanticahotels.com
Email: [email protected] Tel 25321922, Fax 25314860
Opr: Nikolis B. Nikolaides Ltd
Website: www.pigeonbeachhotel.com Email: [email protected]
Opr: Daemon Enterprises Ltd Website: www.estellacyprus.com Facilities
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CORINA
FNG Flats: 20, Beds: 40
POLYXENI - CLASS B
3, Aischylos Street, 4041 P. Germasogeias
Flats: 17, Beds: 40 MISTRAL (a/c) - CLASS C
Onisillos Street, 4532 Amathus Opr: Mr Fylaktis Aristodemou
Flats: 24, Beds: 48
Tel 25326662, Fax 25326664 225, 28th October Street, 3035 Limassol Facilities
Opr: P.M. Pavlou Tourist Enterprises Ltd Tel 25358455, Fax 25372542 cdefhmno
Facilities Opr: Swimco Trading Ltd
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Flats: 12, Beds: 24
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TASIANA (a/c) - CLASS B
Flats: 13, Beds: 36 Tel 25325160, Fax 25328089
PIER BEACH (a/c) - CLASS C
Dourios Ippos Street, 4046 P. Germasogeias Email: [email protected]
Flats: 35, Beds: 70
Tel 25321214, Fax 25310788 Opr: M. & V. Frosynis Investments Ltd
261 A, 28th October & Regaina Street,
Opr: Ms Anastasia Papagapiou Facilities
3035 Limassol
Facilities Tel 25749000, Fax 25749005 cdeAD
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Website: www.pierbeachhotel.com
Opr: Andreas Agiomamitis Hotels Ltd

LIME GARDENS (a/c) TASIANA 4 & 5 (a/c) Troodos Hill Resort

Flats: 12, Beds: 24 Flats: 22, Beds: 44 Tel 25420205
4, Tinos Street, 4041 P. Germasogeias Dourios Ippos Street, 4046 P. Germasogeias Situated amidst a pine forest, 2 km north
Tel 25320033, Fax 25320580 Tel 25324392, Fax 25310788 of the Troodos Hill Resort, off the main
Opr: Mr Andreas Georgiou Troodos – Kakopetria road
Opr: Tasiana Hotel Apts Ltd
Open from May till end of October
Facilities Facilities (weather permitting)
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MARIANNA (a/c) TYCOON (a/c) HOTEL APARTMENTS

Flats: 9, Beds: 20 Flats: 16, Beds: 36 Limassol (Lemesos) District
4, Argeion Street, 4046 P. Germasogeias 19, Ampelakion Street, 4046 P. Germasogeias
Tel 25328088, Fax 25328089 Tel 25326757, Fax 25326446 KOTZIAS (a/c) - CLASS B
Email: [email protected] Flats: 10, Beds: 30
Website: www.cytop.net/tasiana 1, Ampelonos Street, 4607 Pissouri
Website: www.tycoon-hotel.com Tel 25221014, Fax 25222449
Opr: K & H Car Rentals Co. Ltd Opr: Mr Giannakis Demetriou Email: [email protected]
Facilities Facilities Website: www.kotzias.net
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Flats: 22, Beds: 44 Flats: 18, Beds: 36
100, Profitis Elias Street, 4046 P. Germasogeias 30, Ampelakion Street, 4046 P. Germasogeias HILL VIEW (a/c) - CLASS C
Tel 25324910, Fax 25310717 Tel 25312840, Fax 25312466 Flats: 10, Beds: 22
Opr: Mr Sotiris Herakleous Opr: Mr Giannakis Demetriou 60, Stadiou Street, 4607 Pissouri
Tel 25221972, Fax 25222547
Facilities Facilities Email: [email protected]
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Opr: A.Th. Afrodite Cafe & Hotel Apts Ltd
Facilities
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Limassol (Lemesos) District NL
GOVERNOR’S (Kalymnos) BEACH - CLASS A
Lots: 360
34 Situated on the beach, 20 km east of TOURIST VILLAGES
Limassol with a capacity of 360 tents/ Limassol (Lemesos) District
caravans. Open all year round.
4528 Pentakomo HYLATIO (a/c) - CLASS B
Tel 25632878, Fax 25632878 Flats: 64, Beds: 128
Opr: Mr Nicos Hadjimarkou 4607 Pissouri
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HOTELS BUNCH OF GRAPES INN * ERIMI GARDENS 2

Limassol (Lemesos) District Rooms: 11, Beds: 20 Flats: 13, Beds: 26
9, Ioannou Erotokritou Street, 4607 Pissouri 1, Gallias Street, 4630 Erimi
COLUMBIA BEACH RESORT ***** Tel 25221275, Fax 25222510 Tel 25563333, Fax 25563332
Rooms: 169, Beds: 251 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Pissouri Bay, 4607 Pissouri Opr: Mr Stavros Iordanous Opr: John Theodorou Estates Ltd
Tel 25833000, Fax 25833688 Facilities Facilities
Website: www.columbiaresort.com dlmF cdefiklmoFL
Opr: Columbia Hotels & Resorts Ltd
PELEKANOS
Facilities TOURIST APARTMENTS Flats: 16, Beds: 32
Limassol (Lemesos) District Ampelochori, 4607 Pissouri
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ERIMI GARDENS 1 Email: [email protected]
FHJKL Flats: 8, Beds: 16 Website: www.ampelohoriholidays.com.cy
1, Gallias Street, 4630 Erimi Opr: Akinita Christoforou Pelekanou Ltd
EPISKOPIANA *** Tel 25563333, Fax 25563332
Rooms: 100, Beds: 200 Email: [email protected] Facilities
Kremastis Street, 4620 Episkopi Opr: John Theodorou Estates Ltd
Tel 25935093, Fax 25935094
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Website: www.episkopiana.com cdefioFL
Opr:
Yero Karka Ltd
Facilities
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TRADITIONAL HOUSES NICOLAS & MARIA’S COTTAGE PRIADES COTTAGE (P), (Class: Hotel Apts)
Limassol (Lemesos) Town (Class: Hotel Apts) Rooms: 1, Beds: 4
Rooms: 8, Beds: 16 4500 Kellaki
METROPOLE (Class: Hotel) 3, Papaelissaiou Street, 4603 Anogyra Tel 25817671
Rooms: 18, Beds: 34 Tel 99406091, Fax 25736792 Opr: Priandis Cottage Rentals Ltd
4-6, Iphigenias Street, 3036 Limassol Email: [email protected]
Website: www.cyprusvillagehouses.net STOU KYR’ GIANNI (Class: Hotel Apts)
Tel 25362330, Fax 25370349
Opr: Mr Nicos Makrides Rooms: 3, Beds: 6
15, Linou Street, 7460 Omodos
Website: www.mertopole hotel.com.cy Facilities
Tel 25422100, Fax 22422626
Opr: Marios, Pambos, Christos Mitsingas Trading Ltd
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Facilities Website: www.omodosvillagecottage.com
cdehjklmDFGL NIKI’S HOUSE (Class: Hotel Apts) Opr: Santa Aloni Cottage & Vineyards
Rooms: 5, Beds: 10 Resort Ltd
Limassol (Lemesos) District 5, Pavsaniou Street, 4104 Agios Athanasios
Facilities
Tel 25727191
AMBELIKOS (Class: Hotel) Email: [email protected] deiklADFN
Rooms: 15, Beds: 28 Website: www.nikishouse.com
4879 Potamitissa Opr: Mr Kyriakos Patsias TO APOKRYFO 2 (Class: Hotel Apts)
Tel 25522211 Rooms: 1, Beds: 6
Email: [email protected] OIKIA KORNARO (Class: Hotel Apts) 4716 Lofou
Website: www.ambelikos.com Rooms: 5, Beds: 12 Tel 25813777, Fax 25471900
Opr: Kticic Developments Co Ltd 4770 Arsos Email: [email protected]
Facilities Tel 25358836, Fax 25358257 Website: www.apokryfo.com
Email: [email protected] Opr: Vakis Hadjikyriakou Estates Ltd
cdklmovwzADE Opr: Mr Loizos Perendos
TO APOKRYFO 3 (Class: Hotel Apts)
AVALON HOUSES (Class: Hotel Apts) Facilities
Rooms: 1, Beds: 6
Rooms: 5, Beds: 10 ceF 4716 Lofou
4, Vaniou Spania, 4551 Fasoula Tel 25813777, Fax 25471900
Tel 25726097, 99310667, Fax 25327777 PANTELIS HOUSE (Class: Hotel Apts) Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected] Rooms: 1, Beds: 4 Website: www.apokryfo.com
Website: www. avalonvillagehouses.com 4760 Omodos Opr: Vakis Hadjikyriakou Estates Ltd
Opr: Ms Maria Spania Tel 25731076
Facilities Opr: N.M. Village House Ltd
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MOUSTOS (Class: Hotel Apts)
36 Rooms: 2, Beds: 6
4770 Arsos
Tel 99604955, Fax 25313022
Opr: Anastasia & Elena Sianiou
Facilities
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Beach Path

TO APOKRYFO 4 (Class: Hotel Apts) OKELLA (Class: Hotel) AGROVINO LOFOU STUDIO NO.2
Rooms: 1, Beds: 2 Rooms: 11, Beds: 22 (Class: Hotel Apts)
4716 Lofou 4748 Saitas Rooms: 3, Beds: 6
Tel 25813777, Fax 25471900 Tel 25432521, Fax 25432522 Tsindouri Street, 4716 Lofou
Email: [email protected] Tel 25470202, Fax 25471155
Opr: Mr Antonakis Tsoulloftas
Website: www.apokryfo.com Email: [email protected]
Opr: Vakis Hadjikyriakou Estates Ltd Facilities
Website: www.lofou-agrovino.com
cdfklmDF Opr: Mr Costas S. Violaris
TO PETRINO (Class: Hotel Apts)
Facilities
Rooms: 1, Beds: 2
SEMIRAMIS (Class: Hotel)
4542 Pano Apsiou cfhDF
Rooms: 10, Beds: 19
Tel 99645198
Opr: Ms Mary Charalambous 55, Spyrou Kyprianou Street, 4820 Pano Platres ANERADA (Class: Hotel Apts)
Tel 25422777 Rooms: 1, Beds: 4
Facilities
Opr: Mr Agisilaos Iacovides 4542 Kato Apsiou
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TO SPITIKO TOU ARCHONTA (Class: Hotel Apts) cdhlF Website: www.agrotourismcy.eu
Rooms: 3, Beds: 8
Opr: E.P. Nature Holidays Ltd
4846 Tris Elies TO APOKRYFO I (Class: Hotel)
Tel 25621120 Facilities
Rooms: 5, Beds: 10
Email: [email protected] deh
4716 Lofou
Website: www.spitiko3elies.com
Opr: A. Christou To Spitiko Tou Archonta Ltd Tel 25813777, Fax 25471900
VOUNI LODGE (Class: Hotel Apts) Website: www.apokryfo.com
Rooms: 3, Beds: 6 Opr: Vakis Hadjikyriakou Estates Ltd
26, Makariou Street, 4772 Vouni
Tel 22323385 TO SPITI TOU ANTONI (Class: Hotel)
Email: [email protected] Rooms: 10, Beds: 20
Opr: Mr Antonis Diomidous 4620 Episkopi
Facilities Tel 25932748
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VRAKAS HOUSE (Class: Hotel Apts) AGROVINO LOFOU STUDIO NO.1

Rooms: 3, Beds: 6 (Class: Hotel Apts)
8, Griva Digeni Street, Rooms: 2, Beds: 4
38 4710 Agios Amvrosios
Tsindouri Street, 4716 Lofou
Tel 99487750, Fax. 25942604
Opr: Mr Lambros Ermogenous Tel 25470202, Fax 25471155
YIANNAKOS - MARIA (Class: Hotel Apts) Website: www.lofou-agrovino.com
Rooms: 1, Beds: 2 Opr: Mr Costas S. Violaris
4, Tichomenon Street, 4603 Anogyra Facilities
Tel 99747233
Opr: Ms Eleni Yiannakou cfhDF
Facilities
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ARKELA (Class: Hotel Apts) MARIA HOUSE (P), (Class: Hotel Apts)
Rooms: 3, Beds: 8 Rooms: 2, Beds: 4
4771 Vasa Koilaniou 14, Lykavidou Street, 4878 Pelendri
Tel 25375355, Fax 25346774 Tel 99633285, Fax 25389962
Email: [email protected] Opr: Ms Maria Achilleos
Website: www.arkela.com.cy
Opr: Danai Touristikes Epichiriseis Ltd
MAVRIKIOS VILLAGE (a/c), (Class: Hotel Apts)
Facilities Rooms: 2, Beds: 4
cdeh 4776 Koilani
Tel 99642763, Fax 25561948
DIA (Class: Hotel Apts) Opr: Mr George Mavrikios
4770 Arsos
Tel 25372368 dehD
Opr: Ms Ntia Kousoulidou Ippokratous
MBLE (a/c), (Class: Hotel Apts)
ELENI’S COTTAGE (a/c), (Class: Hotel Apts) Rooms: 1, Beds: 2
Rooms: 1, Beds: 2 4542 Apsiou
4542 Apsiou Tel 25822670, Fax 25386190
Tel 25822670, Fax 25337785 Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected] Website: www.agrotourismcy.eu
Opr: E.P. Nature Holidays Ltd Opr: Mr Costas Parari
Facilities Facilities
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IAKOVOS HOUSE (Class: Hotel Apts)

Rooms: 1, Beds: 4
4760 Omodos
Tel 25731076
Opr: Mr Nikos Mylonas
Facilities
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IOLANDI (Class: Hotel Apts)

Rooms: 1, Beds: 2 39
Elias Kannaouros Street, 4716 Lofou
Tel 25576280
Opr: Mr Giannakis Charalambous Michaelides
Facilities
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DOMESTIC TRANSPORT SERVICES Country code: (+357)
Assistance in travelling around Urban Taxis

This is a 24-hour service provided in all towns. Taxis can be booked
Notes: by phone or be hired on the street. Urban taxis are obligatory
One can travel around Cyprus by bus, by private taxi or shared taxis. provided with taximeters and charging commences upon the entering
There are no trains in Cyprus. of a passenger in the taxi. The transport of passengers by urban
Visitors are requested to confirm the itineraries and prices with taxis without using the taximeter is not permitted. Fares are
the appropriate companies as these are subject to alterations. based on the following chart.
Taxi Services Day tariff Night tariff

Opportunity to share a taxi/minibus with 4-7 other passengers. 06.01–20.30 20.31–06.00
It provides connection between all major towns of Cyprus
(Lefkosia, Limassol, Larnaka, Pafos) every hour, Mon – Fri: Initial charge 3,42 4,36
06.00 – 18.00, Sat – Sun: 06.00 – 17.00. Seats are booked by Fare per km 0,73 0,85
phone and passengers can be collected from and dropped Delay or waiting time per hour 13,66 15,71
to, at any place they wish, within the municipal boundaries. For every luggage weighing more
No service offered on public holidays. than 12 kg 1,20 1,20
Service taxis do not operate between towns and villages.
Public holidays surcharge (24-26/12,
Travel & Express 31/12, 1/1, Good Friday, Good Saturday,
Gonia Kavazoglou & Misiaouli Streets, Tel 77777474, 25877666 Easter Sunday, Easter Monday and 1/5) 1,96 1,96
Transport of pets is not allowed unless
Fares in € Fares in € in small pet-carrying boxes.
Routes Mon-Sat Sunday Price per pet 0,55 0,55
Limassol–Larnaka/ Larnaka–Limassol 10,00 12,00

Limassol–Larnaka airport (+luggage) 12,60 13,00
Limassol–Pafos/ Pafos - Limassol 9,50 11,00
Limassol–Pafos airport (+luggage) 12,40 13,00
Limassol–Lefkosia/ Lefkosia–Limassol 11,00 12,00
Note: Fares are one-way
Rural Taxis
Can be hired from and to their base station (village) only. Charging
commences upon the entering of a passenger to the taxi and is
based on the following chart.
Note: Rural taxis are not equipped with taximeters.
40 a. Tariff I (06.00 – 20.30):
Single trip €0,63 per km
Return trip €0,49 per km
b. Tariff II (20.30 – 06.00):
Single trip €0,715 per km
Return trip €0.63 per km
c. For every piece of luggage weighing more than 12 kg there is
a charge of €0,63
d. Delay or waiting time charge:
For tariff I €14,45 per hour
For tariff II €18,821 per hour
Kolossi Medieval Castle
e. Minimum Charge: €3,64

Bus services
Transurban Buses
FROM LIMASSOL TO NAME OF BUS COMPANY DEPARTURE FROM RETURN FROM
LARNACA AIRPORT E.A.L. Buses Ag. Georgios Havouzas

Tel 77777075 Church and Linopetra
Industrial Area
LEFKOSIA Municipal Market Place
LARNAKA INTERCITY Buses Old Port Foinikoudes Avenue

Tel 24643492
PAFOS Karavella Bus Station
PLATRES/TROODOS P.E.A.L. Bus Co Dasoudi beach, Market Troodos Square

Hill Resorts Tel 25555220 Place and Municipal Platres village
99604206 Market Place
AGROS village AGROS Bus Market Place
Tel 99303691
LIMASSOL HOTEL AREA E.A.L. Bus Co Bus No. 30: from New Port Bus No. 30: from Parklane
(Germasogeia and Amathus) Tel 25370592 to Parklane Hotel: Hotel along to the New Port:
6.25 – 17.50 (every 10 -15 minutes) 7.05 – 18.25 (every 10-15 minutes)
Night bus service: from Old Night bus service: from
Port to Parklane Hotel: Parklane Hotel to the Old
18.00 – 20.30 (22.00 in summer) Port: 18.00 – 21.00
KOLOSSI castle E.A.L. Bus Co Bus Nos. 16 + 17
Tel 25370592 Timetable available from
Municipal Market Bus Station
KOURION EPISKOPI Old Hospital Station

archaeological site Village bus
41
Note: for specific departure and return hours and possible changes in fares please contact the bus companies.
Rural Buses
Almost all villages are connected with the nearest town by local buses. Bus operation though is limited to once or twice daily (Mon – Sat).
Regional bus companies formed recently will provide more routes.

Urban Buses Transportation for disabled E

Operate frequently during daytime and in certain tourist areas, For prior arrangements regarding transportation and/or
during summer, their routes are extended in some cases till midnight. equipment rental for disabled please contact:
For more information concerning timetables: Andreas Hadjikroris

www.limassolbuses.com Tel 25370592, Fax 25355273 (transfers, minibus, taxi)
Concerning road transport issues please contact: Tel 99667088, 25106925
Road Transport Department [email protected]
Korivou – Kampos Polemidion, 3112 Polemidia, Limassol
Tel 25870474, e-mail: [email protected] Andro Tours
(transfers, minibus, taxi)
Mr Andreas Alexandrou
20, Aristovoulos Street, 3085 Limassol
Tel 25732835, e-mail: [email protected]
Accessible Cyprus (see page 6)
42
Kakomallis Forest

USEFUL INFORMATION
Time Public Holidays

GMT + 2 January 1: New Year
January 6: Epiphany
Currency Variable: Green Monday (50 days before Greek Orthodox Easter)
Euro (€) = 100 cents March 25: Greek National Day
April 1: Greek Cypriot National Day
Language Variable: Good Friday (Greek Orthodox Church)
Greek is the official language. English is widely spoken. Russian, Variable: Easter Monday (Greek Orthodox Church)
French and German are also spoken in the tourism industry. May 1: Labour Day
Variable: Pentecost – Kataklysmos (Festival of Flood)
Airports August 15: Dormition of Virgin Mary (Assumption Day)
Larnaka International Airport – 70 km (43 miles) from Limassol October 1: Cyprus Independence Day
Pafos International Airport – 63 km (39 miles) from Limassol October 28: Greek National Day
December 24: Christmas Eve
Electricity December 25: Christmas Day
240 volts AC, 50Hz. Square 13-amp three-pin plugs (UK-type) are December 26: Boxing Day
used. Adaptor plugs are widely available from hotel receptions
or shops. Variable Public Holidays 2015 2015 2017 2018
Green Monday 23/2 14/3 27/2 19/2
Climate and Weather Good Friday 10/4 29/4 14/4 6/4
Limassol has an intense Mediterranean climate with a hot, dry Easter Sunday 12/4 1/5 16/4 8/4
summer which begins in mid May and lasts until mid September Easter Monday 13/4 2/5 17/4 9/4
and with a rainy, but very moderate winter from November until Monday of Pentecost 1/6 20/6 5/6 28/5
mid March. Spring and autumn are very brief periods, characterised Catholic Easter Sunday 5/4 27/3 16/4 1/4
by very good weather. The duration of the day, with a very clear
sky and sunshine throughout the year, ranges from 9.8 hours in Banks
December to 14.5 hours in June. Visitors to Cyprus can exchange currency, open bank accounts,
The temperature during the day in summer ranges between 22 and send cash and conduct various types of non-cash transactions in
36 degrees Celsius, while in winter it rages between 1 and 18 degrees banks.
Celsius depending on the altitude of the area.
The sea temperature is approximately 15.5 degrees Celsius and 24 Mon-Fri 08.15-14.30
degrees Celsius in winter, in August and September. These specific
temperatures allow for swimming throughout the year. Shops
Shops are open during the week generally from 9:00 – 13:00 and
Location
15:00 – 19:00 (with some shops also open until 21:00), on Saturdays
44 South coast of Cyprus
from 9:00 – 13:00; some are also open on Sundays and holidays.
Payments are made in Euros, but most shops also accept credit
Population
180,000 cards.
Government Post
Republic since 1960 Post offices are open weekdays from 8.00 – 15.00
Religion Telecommunications
Greek Orthodox To use payphones, you will have to buy phone cards from a post
office or newspaper kiosk.

USEFUL INFORMATION Country code: (+357)
Industry / Commerce / Economy Important Telephone Numbers

Limassol is considered to be one of the major commercial and Police 112 / 199
industrial centres of Cyprus. It has developed into one of the largest Fire brigade 112
Mediterranean harbours for transit of goods and transportation of pas-
sengers and is rapidly developing into one of the most significant marine, Ambulance 112
touristic, commercial and service centres in the area. General telephone information 11892
Urban Buses 25354050
Limassol Port Airports / Flight Information 77778833
Limassol port is the largest port of the island, located on the South Harbour Authority 25207200
coast of Cyprus at a distance of 60 km from Larnaka and Pafos
Pharmacies (all day / all night) 90901405
International Airports. The port’s marine area covers one square kilometre,
while its terrestrial area covers 1.3 square kilometres. It has modern, spe- Limassol Municipality 25884300
cialised facilities and equipment to serve different categories of customers Germasogeia Municipality 25879898
and different types of cargo as well as of ships and passengers, offering fast, Ayios Athanasios Municipality 25724252
safe, reliable and unimpeded links between the island and the outside world. Mesa Geitonia Municipality 25723597
Kato Polemidia Municipality 25821382
Limassol Port is a significant cruise centre. It is certainly one of the most im-
portant cruise centres in the Eastern Mediterranean and is included in the
itineraries of many international cruise ships sailing in the region. It is also
a permanent base for Cypriot-owned cruise ships which, seasonally carry Useful contact details for people with special access needs E
out excursions in the region to the benefit of local and foreign tourists. The Cyprus Paraplegic Organisation
Tel 22496494, e-mail: [email protected]
Marinas
St. Raphael Marina The Pancyprian Organisation for Disabled Persons
Amathus Avenue, Limassol, Tel 25834255
e-mail: [email protected] Tel 22426301, e-mail: [email protected]
www.raphael.com.cy
Located at longtide 33 deg. 11 min. – latitude 34 deg. 42 min., is ideal Vocational Rehabilitation Centre for Disabled Persons
for motor and sailing yacht enthusiasts. Tel 22871300
Total of 237 berths accommodating boats up to 30 m LOA and 4 m
draught. Yachts are berthed stern to 3 concrete piers with all facilities Agios Varnavas School for the Blind
including connected fresh water, electricity, telephone and TV. Tel 22403300
Limassol Marina
P.O.Box 50160, 3601 Limassol, Freephone: 80080010, Tel 25020020 School for the Deaf
Email: [email protected] Tel 22305422
www.limassolmarina.com
34°40’0N, 33°02’4E Where to find additional information about Limassol
Offers 650 berths for yachts up to 110m, 162 luxury apartments and 74 www.limassoltourism.com
exclusive villas, with private berths or direct access to the beach. It also www.visitcyprus.com
benefits from its own dining and shopping establishments, spa, fitness
and cultural facilities. Located in the heart of a vibrant city, it is sur-
Cyprus Tourism Organisation Offices in Limassol
rounded by a rich history and a diverse, international community.
1) Old Port square, Limassol
45
Business Contacts Tel 25362756
Limassol Chamber of Commerce and Industry 2) Georgiou A’ 22, 4047 Limassol,
e-mail: [email protected] Potamos Germasogeias (eastern entrance of Dasoudi
www.limassolchamber.eu beach), Tel 25323211
Limassol Tourism Development and Promotion Co Ltd 3) Limassol Harbour, Tel 25571868
e-mail: [email protected] 4) Platres, 4820 Platres, Tel 25421316
www.limassoltourism.com
Hotel Associations and Agrotourism information
Cyprus Hotels Association - www.cyprushotelassociation.org Limassol Tourism Development and Promotion Co Ltd
Association of Cyprus Tourism Enterprises - www.acte.com Offices 170, Franklin Roosevelt, Limassol Chamber House, 2nd floor,
Cyprus Agrotourism Company - www.agrotourism.com.cy P.O. Box 55699, 3781 Limassol
Tel 25877350, Fax 25661655
Timios Stavros Monastery, Anogyra village

KEY TO THE GUIDE
Facilities
a Seafront location B Doctor service available
b Green surroundings/ Gardens C Hair dressing salon
c Private car park D Dry cleaning and/or laundry service
e Air-Conditioned rooms E Facilities for disabled
d Centrally heated rooms N Broadband internet access
f Telephone in the rooms P Eco-Rating Programme
g Radio in the rooms F Major cards accepted
h Television in the rooms G Member of Cyprus Hotel Association
i Satellite TV in the rooms H Member of Association of Cyprus Tourist Enterprises
j Mini-bar service in the rooms I Certified to the international standard for quality
ISO 9001: 2000
k Room Service
K Certified to the international standards for environmental
l Restaurant management systems
m Bar Service J Certified to the international standards for quality

management systems
n Lift
M Certified to the Health and Safety management systems
o Outdoor swimming pool specifications
p Outdoor swimming pool (heated) L Quality Management systems for food safety
q Indoor swimming pool (heated) Abbreviations:

(B&B): Bed and Breakfast Hotel
r Tennis (a/o): Rates for accomodation only
(a/c): Air-conditioning is optional and charged extra
s Squash (n): Hotel establishment under constuction: the classification is
provisional, according to the approved plans. Final classification
t Mini golf will be decided when the establishment is completed.
(p): Relates to Hotels and Tourist Establishments which at the 49
u Fitness room date of printing of this guide had not been finally classified.
(RH) (RL): Reclassification to Higher / Lower class under
v Sauna consideration.
w Jacuzzi Sources:
Cyprus Tourism Organisation (publications & www.visitcyprus.com)
x Water sports at or near facility Department of Antiquities (www.mocw.gov.cy)
y Live band Disclosure:

The information included in this publication is to the best of our
z Conference room knowledge and is based on the available details/materials at the
time. We are not responsible for any changes in costs/rates or
A Baby-sitting service available other altered facts and information.

ISLAND OF CYPRUS MAP
51
Limassol - Pafos (Paphos) 72 km
Limassol - Troodos 50 km
Limassol - Lefkosia (Nicosia) 80 km
Limassol - Larnaka (Larnaca) 68 km
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3. Places of Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

9. Domestic Transport Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-42

10. Useful Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-45

11. Key to the Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

12. Island of Cyprus Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

= Photo by Panayiotis Marinou

= Photo by DeC Audio Visual Photography

= Photo by Romos Kotsonis

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

The city of Limassol is situated between the ancient cities of

Limassol was then surrendered to the Frankish Empire of the

The city of Limassol was developed much after the Turkish

LIMASSOL (LEMESOS) Evagoras Lanitis Center

Kourion Archaeological Museum Koilani – Ecclesiastical Museum and Viticulture Museum

Panayia Katholiki Church Gastronomy Cyprus Tours & Events

Omodos village: At the foothills of the south side of Troodos

Platania Picnic Site: 6 km from Kakopetria village, on the

For more information visit: www.agrotourism.com.cy

Swimming Pissouri Beach/Bay, 30 km west of Limassol Diving

Shooting Snow Skiing Secret Valley Golf Club

Pitsylia-Troodos Cycling Route Shopping The Flea Market

Bowling Centres Children Play Areas 16 km stretch Beach Path

Event Period / Duration Venue / Location Details

Epiphany Celebration January 6 Old Port A ceremonial blessing of the waters

International March Sea front Having managed to earn the

Dance Platform March Rialto Theatre Contemporary dance event

Troodos International March Dias Slope, Troodos Organised by the Cyprus

Flower Festival Second weekend in May Germasogeia Celebrating the beauty of

Event Period / Duration Venue / Location Details

International Bridge Early June Limassol Organised by the Cyprus Bridge

The Cyprus – Russian June Molos area To promote closer relationships

Ethnic Festival July Plateia Iroon, Global music performances

Lemesia international October Various venues Competitions in boxing, karate,

New Year’s Eve December 31 Gregori Afxentiou Musical evening.

Germasogeia (Yermasoyia) Municipality

HOTELS Facilities ATLANTICA BAY ****

ELIAS BEACH **** ATLANTICA OASIS *** MONIATIS ***

AQUARIUS BEACH ** GUEST HOUSES CHRIELKA - CLASS A

GEO TANYA (a/c) - CLASS B THE PALMS (a/c) - CLASS B Facilities

LIME GARDENS (a/c) TASIANA 4 & 5 (a/c) Troodos Hill Resort

MARIANNA (a/c) TYCOON (a/c) HOTEL APARTMENTS

CAMPING SITES cdefiklmoADF

HOTELS BUNCH OF GRAPES INN * ERIMI GARDENS 2

VRAKAS HOUSE (Class: Hotel Apts) AGROVINO LOFOU STUDIO NO.1

IAKOVOS HOUSE (Class: Hotel Apts)

IOLANDI (Class: Hotel Apts)

Assistance in travelling around Urban Taxis

Taxi Services Day tariff Night tariff

Limassol–Larnaka/ Larnaka–Limassol 10,00 12,00

FROM LIMASSOL TO NAME OF BUS COMPANY DEPARTURE FROM RETURN FROM

LARNACA AIRPORT E.A.L. Buses Ag. Georgios Havouzas

LEFKOSIA Municipal Market Place

LARNAKA INTERCITY Buses Old Port Foinikoudes Avenue

PLATRES/TROODOS P.E.A.L. Bus Co Dasoudi beach, Market Troodos Square

KOURION EPISKOPI Old Hospital Station

Urban Buses Transportation for disabled E

For more information concerning timetables: Andreas Hadjikroris

ELIAS BEACH ** ATLANTICA OASIS * MONIATIS ***