History

Limassol: Richard the Lionheart's Wedding City

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About this story

Discover how a tempest transformed Richard the Lionheart's journey, leading to a royal wedding in Cyprus and the birth of a kingdom. Uncover the dramatic events that shaped this historic island city.

Chapters

1The Storm That Created a Kingdom4 min
2The Castle Where Berengaria Became Queen4 min
3Where Five Civilizations Built Upon Each Other4 min
4Kolossi Castle and the Wine of Kings5 min
5The Old Town's Living Streets5 min
6From Trading Port to Mediterranean Riviera5 min
7The Legacy of an Accidental Conquest5 min

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