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Πέμπτη 14 Σεπτεμβρίου 2023

The ancient stadium of Kourion

 Kourion was an important city-kingdom in antiquity and stands as one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Cyprus.

Located 20km west of Lemesos (Limassol), on the road to Pafos (Paphos), Kourion Stadium is the only ancient stadium found in Cyprus. Dating back to the 2nd century, the stadium had a capacity for 6.000 spectators and was the site of pentathlon events in ancient times.

The site is free admission.