CYPRUS

  • Students had the opportunity to learn and research for rmore information about Kolossi castle which is a fine example of military architecture. It was originally built in the 13th century and rebuilt in its present form in the 15th century.

    The castle served as the Grand Commandery of the Knights of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem. In the 14th century came under the domain of the Knights Templar and during their stay in Cyprus  the knights produced and exported a sweet wine, which became known as the 'vin de Commanderie'.

    Nowadays, commandaria is the traditional wine of Cyprus and one of the oldest named wines in the world. One can visit the castle today and admire its architectural beauty.