Mosaic floor, Kourion, Cyprus
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Ancient Kourion
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When:
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Weekdays only
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Where:
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Kourion Archaeological Site
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| Costs: |
€1.71
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| Opening Hours: |
Nov-Mar 8am-5pm (until 6pm Apr-May & Sep-Oct; until 7.30pm Jun-Aug)
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An important ancient city-kingdom, Kourion is one of the most spectacular archaeological sites on the island of Cyprus. It features a fully restored Graeco-Roman Theatre, originally built in the 2nd century BC, now used for musical and theatrical performances.
The site is comprised of 5th century relics such as the House of Eustolios, originally a private Roman villa featuring baths and numerous rooms, and the Early Christian basilica, believed to have been the Cathedral of Kourion. The House of Achilles and the House of the Gladiators boast intricate mosaic floors, the Nymphaeum is a Roman structure dedicated to water nymphs and the ancient theatre has been restored to its former glory.
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