The robust cubical Kolossi Castle represents a Gothic military structure of the Middle Ages, with a Luisignan coat of arms carved into its walls. Originally built around 1210, the exact edifice that you can see today was completed in 1454. Some of the 13th-century fragments are still at the site. Standing 21 m (69 ft) tall, the castle contains storerooms at the ground floor, a kitchen on the second floor, and living quarters in the upper section. At one time the complex also featured sugarcane production facilities. Look south to see a courtyard building and ruins of what's thought to have been a stable or storehouse. Make Kolossi Castle a centerpiece of your Limassol City vacation itinerary, and find what else is worth visiting using our Limassol City trip planner.
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We wanted to take a bus out of the city to see something and this is where we ended up. The bus drivers don't speak English so it is a little bit of a challenge. The castle was nice and relaxing.
We wanted to take a bus out of the city to see something and this is where we ended up. The bus drivers don't speak English so it is a little bit of a challenge. The castle was nice and relaxing. more »
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Cheap entry or free if over 65. A really interesting site which is very well maintained. Be careful if you don't like heights or circular staircases. It is close to many other historical places so.... more
Cheap entry or free if over 65. A really interesting site which is very well maintained. Be careful if you don't like heights or circular staircases. It is close to many other historical places so.... more »
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The view from the top of the castle is fantastic and it's grounds make for a very interesting stroll. The winding staircase to the top is very thin and might not be everyone, especially anyone with balance issues or vertigo! Outside is a fantastic little cafe, beautifully kept with flowers etc. Highly recommend that too. It's very cheap entry price for the castle too.
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Splendid Medieval castle, not a museum though. I recommend reading all info signs, because there are no exhibits in or outside the castle. There is an ancient aqueduct and ruins of a water mill and sugar plant next to the castle.
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