A very fine example of military architecture, originally constructed in the
13th century and subsequently rebuilt in its present form in the middle of the 15th
century.
After the fall of Acre in 1291, it served the guard of the Knights of St. John of
Jerusalem whilst in Cyprus..
In the 14th century it came for a time under the domain of the Knights Templar.
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The castle and
grounds evoke a peaceful feeling, even though the building itself is pretty
austere. The stonework is in fine condition considering the structures age,
children in particular seem to love exploring the staircases and battlements
as well as the grounds, in which if you concentrate you can be whisked back
hundreds of years and imagine life in and around this splendid building.
To find Kolossi
Castle
14 km west of
Limassol on the road to Paphos
1st June - 30th September 07.30-19.30
1st October - 31st May
07.30-17.00
Nearby are the ruins of a sugar mill dating to the 14th
century and other interesting structures.
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