Until today more treasures are discovered by archaeologists. The magestic Greek-Roman theatre where the festival takes place was built during the 2nd century b.c. and was extended during the 2nd century A.d.
Today fully restored, it is used for musical and theatrical performances.
Beyond its historical value kourion is also one of the most popular beach around Limassol. Click h ere for more on Kourion Beach. A nice refuge from the heat of the Sun is the old church of Ay. Ermogenis under the shade of the tall eucalyptus trees. K ourion is surrounded by numerous villages all within a thirty minute drive.