Not to be confused with Amathus, Transjordan Amathus was one of the most ancient royal cities of Cyprus, on the southern coast in front of Agios Tychonas, about 24 miles west of Larnaca and 6 miles east of Limassol. Its ancient cult of Aphrodite was the most important, after Paphos, in Cyprus, her homeland, though the ruins of Amathus are less well-preserved than neighboring Kourion.
The pre-history of Amathus mixes myth and archaeology. Though there was no Bronze Age city on the site, archaeology has detected human activity that is evident from the earliest Iron Age, c. 1100 BC. The city's legendary founder was Cinyras, linked with the birth of Adonis, who called the city after his mother Amathous.
Later, in the 4th century AD, Amasus became the see of a Christian bishop and continued to flourish until the Byzantine period. Of its bishops, Heliodorus was at the Council of Chalcedon in 451 and Alexander at the Second Council of Nicaea in 787.
A new settlement close to Amathus but further inland, Agios Tychonas, is named after the bishop Saint Tychon of Amathus. The site of the ruins is within the borders of this village, though the expansion of the Limassol tourist area has threatened the ruins: it is speculated that some of the hotels are on top of the Amathus necropolis.
Located in Limassol, Amara - Sea Your Only View offers beachfront accommodation 19 km from Castle of Limassol and provides luxury facilities, such as a private beach area, an infinity-edge pool and a signature spa centre.
Number of rooms: 317
95 Amathus Avenue, Agios Tychonas, Agios Tychonas, 4533 Limassol, Cyprus
Hotel booked 3 times today.
Set in Limassol, 400 metres from Agios Tychonas Beach, Atlantica Bay - Adults Only offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.
Number of rooms: 202
146 Amathus Avenue, Agios Tychonas, 4532 Limassol, Cyprus
Hotel booked 2 times today.
Anemos Apartments is located just 100 m from the beach of Limassol. It offers self-catered accommodation with a private, furnished balcony overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Number of rooms: 16
114 Amathuntos Ave., Agios Tychonas, 4532 Limassol, Cyprus
With direct access to the Mediterranean beach, this luxurious resort features 3 outdoor swimming pools, 1 indoor saltwater pool, 5 different food outlets and a 1,500-square meter spa. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Number of rooms: 606
75 Amathuntos Avenue, Agios Tychonas, 3310 Limassol, Cyprus
Hotel booked 6 times today.
Golden Arches Hotel is situated 100 metres from the Mediterranean Sea, just 8 km from Limassol’s centre. It offers rooms with private balconies, an outdoor pool and a sea-facing restaurant.
Number of rooms: 110
Amathus Avenue, Ayios Tychonas, 4046 Limassol, Cyprus
The best kind of vacation is when you come somewhere new and it feels like home: apartment «Amathusia Coastal Heights Apartments» is located in Limassol. This apartment is located in 11 km from the city center.
Iras 2 Road, Amathusia Coastal Heights, Agios Tychonas, Limassol
A great option for a journey on a budget - hotel «Amathusa Villas» is located in Limassol. This hotel is located in 11 km from the city center.
Number of rooms: 3
Amathusa Coastal Heights Agios Tychonas,, Limassol, 4532
A very nice place to stay for a reasonable price - hotel «Amathusia Coastal Heights 204» is located in Limassol. This hotel is located in 11 km from the city center.
Coastal Heights 204, Iras 2 Road, Limassol, 4532, Limassol, Limassol, 4532
The best kind of vacation is when you come somewhere new and it feels like home: apartment «Amathusia Apartment No. 11» is located in Limassol. This apartment is located in 9 km from the city center.
11, Roikou str., Limassol 4532, Cyprus, Limassol, 4532
Want to save money while travelling? It’s easy: hotel «Amathusa Coastal Heights No. 103» is located in Limassol. This hotel is located in 11 km from the city center.
2 Iras street, Limassol, 4532
A perfect fit for a big group of travellers: apartment «White Arches Holiday Apartment 448» is located in Limassol. This apartment is located in 9 km from the city center.
Block E, Flat 448 Agios Tychonas, White Arches Phase B, Limassol, 4532
Want to save money while travelling? It’s easy: hotel «White Arches Apt #2 by TrulyCyprus» is located in Limassol. This hotel is located in 9 km from the city center.
1, White Arches Block A Kikladon, 4532, Limassol, Cyprus, Limassol, 4532
Looking for a home comfort: apartment «Amathusia Beach Apartment La 23» is located in Limassol. This apartment is located in 9 km from the city center.
4532, 1, Roikou Street, Limassol, Cyprus, Limassol, Limassol, 4532
If you want to feel like you’re at home no matter where you are, choose this — apartment «Amathusa Coastal Heights Apartment No. 203» is located in Limassol. This apartment is located in 11 km from the city center.
2, Iras street, Limasol 4532, Cyprus, Limassol, 4532
Looking for a home comfort: apartment «White Arches No.2 Sea View Apartment» is located in Limassol. This apartment is located in 9 km from the city center.
2 Kikladon Str, Limassol, 4532
