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Rhodes With three hundred days of sun throughout the year and the Sun God as its millennial guardian, Rhodes hasn’t strayed far from the spotlight throughout its turbulent history. A Dodecanese island edging up against the Turkish coast, Rhodes bears the boot print of countless invasions throughout the centuries, as well as the lotus blossoms left bursting forth from such epic tread marks.
Indeed, the architectural splendor is among the finest of the Dodecanese, with an old town – of dating mostly to the medieval era – listed prominently as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Yet the medieval developments are about as historical as Rhodes beach resorts, for the historian contemplating the ancient and mysterious statues of deer perched upon pillars welcome tourists to the now-gone place where the ancient Colossus loomed.
The monuments Rhodes extensive, ancient history are plentiful. Perched on a hilltop, the ambling complex of the Palace of the Grand Master rivals the Spain’s Alhambra in size and beauty. The Acropolis of Lindos is a pre-Hellenic marvel that began a thousand years before the birth of Christ, in what is known as the Geometric Period. The northern region of Rhodes, Ialyssos, is home to Minoan ruins and traces of civilization date back nearly four thousand years. The Jewish Quarter in Rhodes makes for a fantastic day tour.
Today, the sun continues to shine boldly from its zenith over Rhodes, the town continues to be a magnet for pleasure seekers and sunbathers who soak in its stunning golden rays. The endless sands and high rise resort hotels at Ialyssos make for a perfect destination to maximize your sun-intake experience, and meet likeminded vacationers. Rival beaches on Rhodes include Lindos and Kalathos and the small but picturesque Agathi.
Favorite water sports on Rhodes include canoeing, parasailing, jet skiing and yachting. Tennis is available on the island, and various dance centers cater to lovers of Greek dance and those who want to learn. One of Rhode’s most fabulous destinations is Peta Loudhes known as Valley of the Butterflies, although it is only recommended that you visit during the migration season of the butterflies, which falls between July and August. |
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