“Peter the Great ” anchored in Limassol port on 27th of December.
“The visit of “Peter the Great” cruiser in Limassol port is the first business call of Russian warship with a nuclear power plant in the history of cooperation between Russia and the Republic of Cyprus “, – said the fleet representative.
During its stay in Limassol port heavy nuclear missile cruiser will be visited by Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Russian Federation in the Republic of Cyprus – Stanislav Osadchiy .
Being a member of the group of Russian ships in the Mediterranean, ” Peter the Great” has begun its journey more than two months ago and will stay in a foreign port for a while. In the meantime, food resupply will be fulfilled. It will also give a chance to the sailors to visit the sights of Cyprus and have a rest.
During a long voyage, cruiser “Peter the Great” crossed about 8 thousand nautical miles and will continue for several more months.