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Salamis

Gazimagusa (Famagusta), Famagusta, Cyprus
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Ranked #3 of 11 attractions in Famagusta
Type: Ancient Ruins
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Torpoint, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Amazing site it is like time has stood still I half expected the ancient Greeks to appear in their togas,I wish I could have spent more time there, try to get there early in the morning it gets so hot, and yes take loads of water.

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San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

It may have been the heat, but my companion and I, after about an hour, my companion and I felt that we had exhausted the joys of Salamis. Some interesting pavements, a good theatre, and the wild flowers were lovely, but otherwise...............

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Solihull, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013

A most amazing archaeological site - a whole ancient Greek city covering a huge area over which you can wander (and wonder) freely. Some areas have been sympathetically restored (but not overly so), some left as they were excavated. The site is so vast, that even if there are several coach parties there, you hardly notice them. There are no... More

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England
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Interesting historical site, covering a very large area of ground - bring ample water, as a fair bit of walking is required. Great for taking photos & remember to bring a swimming costume & towel to go swimming afterwards! Clearly signposted from Famagusta.

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Sevenoaks, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Liked the room and reception staff. Didn't particularly like the queues in restaurant nor the beach.

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London, England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

You could wander through this ruin with no boundaries. There was so much to see! It can take hours to walk round!

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

If you are prepared to walk you will see a lot more than most. Enjoy a drink in the bar (just outside the enterance) when youve finished

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kent
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

Please dont go in the middle of the day as there is no shelter and you will burn alive,even on a cloudy day in october it was boiling. The ruins are spectacular and the area is vast , there is lots to see you park outside and walk in take plenty of water. Make a day of it as there... More

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Norwich, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Really good. You need a car to get there, and it's a huge site so make sure you have plenty of energy or can take your time. Park just before you enter the site. Cost about 9 Turkish Lira I think. Lots of helpful signposts. Look out for wildlife like butterflies and hares, and the beach near the basilica. There's... More

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Nailsworth, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

Salalmis is fantastic. It is hard to believe it is that old. Even mentioned in the bible. There is so much to see and the information maps at each part are really helpful. It is set out over a reasonable size area so you get a good walk too. Very cheap to get in and my children had an enjoyable... More

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