Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
About
Kourion is an ancient city-state located on the southwestern coast of Cyprus, with a rich history spanning from the Neolithic to the Early Post-Classical period. The site features a variety of structures including domestic buildings, defensive walls, religious and ritual structures such as temples and churches, aqueducts for water management, and public civic buildings like theatres and baths. Key historical events include its establishment as a kingdom during the Cypro-Geometric period, periods of Persian and Roman control, and significant episodes of destruction and rebuilding due to earthquakes and invasions. Kourion provides crucial insights into the cultural and political dynamics of ancient Cyprus and the broader Eastern Mediterranean region.
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Archaeological Features
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Defensive Structures
Miscellaneous Features
Water Management Features
Public and Civic Structures
Burial and Funerary Structures
Religious and Ritual Structures
Artistic and Decorative Features
Domestic and Habitation Structures
Historical Timeline
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