The Lambouri Winery, Limassol, Cyprus

On 15/09/2006 the winery celebrated a Grand re-opening. After 5 long years, the Lambouri Winery emerged as the first Luxury Boutique Winery of Cyprus, located in the heart of Kato Platres.

For over 300 years, the Lambouris family’s long traditionof wine making, an unbroken drive for perfection, and the joint effort of the Lambouris and Wig – Annenkov families, has made Lambouri Wine a household name for exquisite wines.

An additional feature of the Lambouri Winery will be the cultural nurturing of artists, offering them an opportunity to exhibit their art pieces on the premises for a month in the exclusive ambience, gratifying all senses in the Troodos Mountains.

OPENING TIMES:
Mon-Fri: 10:00-15:00
Sat: 10:00-14:00


Directions from Limassol (Lemesos)
1. On Roundabout of Polemidia, take the road to Troodos.
2. Follow the road approximately 37 Km passing the villages of Alassa, Lania, Trimiklini, Saitas and Moniatis.
3. After Trimiklini, turn left towards Pera Pedi (Flower shop on your right, and Supermarket on your left).
4. Continue for about 8 Km until you reach Kato Platres. You will find our winery on the right side of the main road.



"It is recommended to drink Lambouri wine on any occasion in any amount at any time." Quote from Lambouri Winery

Kaplilio village, Limassol, Cyprus

Kaplilio is a small picturesque wine village in the Limassol district, situated 550 metres above sea level, in a green area among pine trees and vineyards, through which the river Ambelikos flows. It is built on a low hill and consists of small stone houses that lend it an exceptional quaintness.

East of the village lies the ancient church of Agios Georgios o Tropeoforos (St George the Triumphant) dating from the 12th Century. Other small churches are Panayia I Ambeloudjiotissa (Virgin of the Vineyards) and Panayia I Hamadjiotissa (Virgin of the Baths) that are celebrated on Easter Monday and Easter Tuesday respectively. On the north side of the village stands one of the oldest buildings. It belonged to Kykos Monastery and was used by the monks as the monastery’s dependency.



The inhabitant’s main occupation is the cultivation of vineyards, almond trees, olive trees and fruit orchards. Up to the 1980s Kaplilio was well known for the production of Cyprus Peaches.

Another tradition that is still being followed is the procession, on the anniversary of St George, of the Saint’s ancient icon from house to house, ending at the village square where, according to tradition, St George and St Mamas, from the neighbouring village, met while riding their stallions.

Ypsonas (Ipsonas), Limassol, Cyprus

Also known as Ipsona, Ipsonas, İpsona

Ypsonas is one of the largest villages in the district of Limassol and is located about 7 kilometres west of the city of Limassol. The south part of the village is within the administrative borders of the British military base of Akrotiri - Episkopi.

Although Ypsonas is considered by many as having been created during recent years by the inhabitants of other villages (mainly Lofou), which owned land in the region, things are not quite so. Ypsonas existed as a settlement since medieval years. De Masse Latri includes Ypsonas among the villages that belonged to the King of Cyprus himself during the era of the Frank domination. The village is marked under the name Ipsona in old maps. The village probably must have been destroyed in 1426 when the Mamelukes of Egypt invaded Cyprus through the bay of Avdimou, unsuccessfully attacked Episkopi, marched toward Limassol which they seized. Then again it could have been destroyed in 1570 with the invasion of the Turks in Cyprus as they landed in Limassol which they sacked and then -burning and looting -arrived at Polemidia.

After that many inhabitants of Lofou would seasonally migrate to Ypsonas so as to cultivate or harvest the crops of their fields in the region. Thus, for many years, people from Lofou inhabited the village for a few months per year. These people vacated Ypsonas from January until March and from the middle of August until November. Finally, many of the migrating farmers remained permanently in Ypsonas, abandoning Lofou and the other neighbouring villages.

A place that should surely be visited if going to Ypsonas is Panagia Chrysopolitissa Church.

Old Port Sea Sponges Exhibition Centre, Limassol, Cyprus

The best place on the island for those people, who may want to find out the history and process of sea sponges, obscure but never the less interesting. This small but fascinating exhibition centre located in the old port area of Limassol offers a wide collection of sea sponges, loofahs and soaps and some of them are available on sale.

LOCATION: Agias Theklis 3 3042 Limassol
TEL: +357 25 359933

Governor's Beach, Limassol, Cyprus

This beach is not as crowded as others and is located midway between Larnaca and Limassol. Governor’s beach has a sandy coastline and shallow clear water with a rocky area beneath the shore ideal for snorkeling and fishing. It is a relaxing beach where you can witness a beautiful sunrise and enjoy a meal in a typical Greek Cypriot Taverna just a few metres away from the crystal clear water of the Mediterranean sea.

Ladies Mile, Limassol, Cyprus

The beautiful Ladies Mile beach is located near the New Limassol Port and is only a 10-15 minute drive from Limassol town centre. Here you can walk along the golden sandy beach, swim in the crystal calm waters or even have a go on the water sports facilities. The water here is shallow and very clear, so it’s safe for kids, and the sand runs for miles so if you’d prefer some peace and quiet you will be sure to find it here.

Ladies Mile beach is one of the most popular windsurfing spots on the island due to its flat shallow water. East Beach is the common name for all of the beach front area along Limassol town centre, it is mostly sandy and varies in width upon its length of 12 kilometres and now proudly boasts a meandering pedestrian walk way spotted with pleasant coffee shops to sit and watch the world go by in.

Limassol Carnival, Cyprus

The Lemesos (Limassol) Carnival is an important institution; a tradition for the Limassolians, which remains alive and will survive throughout times. It is a festivity so much expected desperately by everybody, thousands of children, younger and adults from all the free parts of Cyprus. Even the foreigners, who happen to be here during this period of the year or live permanently on the island, are passionate to expect it.

The Municipality is the official vehicle and organizer of a series of festive Carnival events. These events start on the Shrove Thursday with the Carnival King entering the town in a festive atmosphere, then the children’s parade, the various Serenaders’ shows and finally the Grand Carnival Parade which takes place on the last Sunday of the Carnival festivities.

Over the last couple of years, the main aim is the biggest possible participation of the Limassolians in these festivities. A second objective is to bring back elements, which are related to the identity of the traditional Carnival as the Limassolians remember it and have experienced it in the past.


In a few words, the Serenaders’ shows take place at the central key points of the town like the Heroon Square, the Medieval Castle Square, the Market Square, the Irenes Street Park etc. The children’s parade takes place at the city centre, along the coastal street in front of the knoll, so that the public may participate directly as easy as possible. The traditional Tuesday dance is organized on the Medieval Castle Square and many people in fancy dresses participate to enjoy a special razzle-dazzle.

Finally, special consideration has been given to the decoration of the town. All the places where festivities are planned as well as the central key points of the town are decorated in an as ingenious way as possible.