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Attraction Introduction Limassol is the second-largest city in Cyprus. It is located at the innermost part of Limassol Bay on the southern coast of the island of Cyprus. It serves as a modern export port for agricultural products, processed goods, and minerals. The industries of shipbuilding, food, and perfumes are well-developed; the architectural ruins of the ancient city of Amathus within the city are renowned far and wide.

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Limassol

Attraction Introduction

Limassol is the second-largest city in Cyprus. It is located at the innermost part of Limassol Bay on the southern coast of the island of Cyprus. It serves as a modern export port for agricultural products, processed goods, and minerals. The industries of shipbuilding, food, and perfumes are well-developed; the architectural ruins of the ancient city of Amathus within the city are renowned far and wide.

During the Crusades, Richard the Lionheart, leader of the Third Crusade, landed in Limassol and rescued a noblewoman who had been captured by the Byzantine emperor; later, they held an extremely grand wedding ceremony in Limassol.

Kyrenia, Cyprus