The medieval Greek Limassol castle-fortress is located not far from present day Limassol town. Built in the 10th century the castle featured during the Crusader wars with King Richard the Lionheart being noted as visiting. The castle was captured during the 16th century Ottoman invasion and remained in their possession until the First World War
The medieval Greek Limassol castle-fortress is located not far from present day Limassol town. Built in the 10th century the castle featured during the Crusader wars with King Richard the Lionheart being noted as visiting. The castle was captured during the 16th century Ottoman invasion and remained in their possession until the First World War
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Location: Limassol, Cyprus
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