Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates
Ιερό του Απόλλωνα Υλάτη
A sacred precinct of Apollo of the Woodlands west of the ancient city of Kourion; partly restored temple columns stand out among the pines
The sanctuary lies about 3 km west of Kourion and was dedicated to Apollo, god of the woodlands. Worship here continued from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. The site includes a partly restored Roman-era temple portico, pilgrims' lodgings, baths and a wrestling ground. It receives fewer visitors than Kourion, so it is quiet. Admission is about €2.5, and it is usually visited together with Kourion. It is about 25 minutes by car from Limassol.
Opening hours
~08:30–17:00 (extended in summer)
Nearby sights
- Kolossi Castle
- Akrotiri (Limassol) Salt Lake
- Fasouri Watermania Waterpark
- Monastery of St Nicholas of the Cats
- Pissouri Bay
- Lady's Mile Beach
- Lania
- Limassol Marina