Kourion Archaeological Museum

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The museum houses in the two exhibition halls, findings from the ancient city of Kourion, the citadel of Kourion, Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates, extensive necropolis of St. Hermogenes, and the basilicas of the region.

It is part of the house built in 1937 by George McFadden, who led extensive archaeological investigations at Kourion and the surrounding area.

Among the various exhibits interest are the skeletons of a family of three who lost their lives in the terrible earthquake of 365 AD that devastated the city of Curium.

Hours: Monday-Friday 09:00 p.m.mechri 2:30 pm and Thursday: 9:00 a.m. until 05:00 pm On Saturday and Sunday, the museum is closed.
ADDRESS: Episkopi Village, 14km west of Limassol, 4 km before Kourion
PHONE: 25932453

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