Fun facts about Limassol
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The name 'Limassol' derives from the ancient Greek word 'Nemesos', meaning 'one found in the middle'.
Limassol
Cyprus
Limassol, also known as Lemesos, is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus. Limassol is the most populated municipality in Cyprus, with a population of 108,105 and is the second-largest urban area in Cyprus, after Nicosia, with an urban population of 198,558.
From the “Etymology” section
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Richard the Lionheart celebrated his marriage with Berengaria in Limassol after taking the island from Isaac Komnenos.
Limassol
Cyprus
Limassol, also known as Lemesos, is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus. Limassol is the most populated municipality in Cyprus, with a population of 108,105 and is the second-largest urban area in Cyprus, after Nicosia, with an urban population of 198,558.
From the “History” section
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Snow in Limassol is very rare and usually falls mixed with rain every 7 to 13 years.
Limassol
Cyprus
Limassol, also known as Lemesos, is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus. Limassol is the most populated municipality in Cyprus, with a population of 108,105 and is the second-largest urban area in Cyprus, after Nicosia, with an urban population of 198,558.
From the “Geography” section
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Limassol has become increasingly popular with Russian and other post-Soviet nationals, earning the nickname 'Limassolgrad'.
Limassol
Cyprus
Limassol, also known as Lemesos, is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus. Limassol is the most populated municipality in Cyprus, with a population of 108,105 and is the second-largest urban area in Cyprus, after Nicosia, with an urban population of 198,558.
From the “Demographics” section
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The Limassol Carnival has ancient roots tracing back to pagan rituals and has evolved into a popular ten-day event filled with masquerades.
Limassol
Cyprus
Limassol, also known as Lemesos, is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus. Limassol is the most populated municipality in Cyprus, with a population of 108,105 and is the second-largest urban area in Cyprus, after Nicosia, with an urban population of 198,558.
From the “Culture” section
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