Brief History of Limassol
City of Cyprus, the island's main port and second largest city of Nicosia. It's an important tourist center and produces brandy, cigarettes and perfumes. Since the Turkish occupation of northern Cyprus in 1974, the city's economy grew substantially. Richard the Lionheart, King of England, used the city of Limassol as a base in the Third Crusade in 1191.
In 1815, an earthquake left, only 150 survivors and the city did not recover completely until the British took in 1870. Its population is 107,200
Limassol (Greek: Λεμεσός, Lemesos) a city on the southern coast of Cyprus is situated in the Bay of Akrotiri, and is one of the most important tourist destinations of the country.
The history of Limassol is short compared to other settlements in Cyprus, as when Richard the Lionheart, en route to the Middle East, arrived in Limassol in 1191, it was merely a village, but probably had been inhabited since at least did millennium and a half. The arrival of Richard the Lionheart put an effective end to the Byzantine domination over Cyprus.
Limassol in recent years has experienced an amazing project of rejuvenation, with cultural activities, museums and shopping malls that have added more attractive Limassol. Limassol is proud of its hospitality and friendly atmosphere and warm, friendly locals and their zest for life.
Carnivals and festivals transform the city into a recreation area full of color and emotion. The local wine industry is a very important part of the economy and the visitor can enjoy a tour of the vineyards, as well as taste the excellent wines produced in Limassol. Do not forget to buy some bottles to take home. If you like the nightlife, go to the city center, which is a hot spot full of excellent bars and restaurants.
Within Limassol municipalities we should not forget some highlights, such as Polemidhia, Agios Athanasios and Mesa Geitona.