ABOUT RHODES
The land of sun and roses
When somebody visits Rhodes for the first time, aware of the myth that sets her as the home of Helios, the sun god, they can’t help but start with a good disposition towards the island. And, in due course, when it is time to leave again, and by now in love with the place, no one can claim that this love affair has to do with anything other than the result of yet another mythical liaison which claims that Rhodes is none other than the child of Aphrodite, the goddess of love.
• The island of Rhodes is situated at the crossroads of two major sea routes of the Mediterranean between the Aegean Sea and the coast of the Middle East, as well as Cyprus and Egypt. The meeting point of three continents, it has known many civilizations.
• Throughout its long history the different people who settled on Rhodes left their mark in all aspects of the island's culture: art, language, architecture. Its strategic position brought to the island great wealth and made the city of Rhodes one of the leading cities of the ancient Greek world.
• Rhodes indented coastline, with golden sands and dunes, multi-coloured stones and crystal-clear blue seas as well as its lush landscape and ever-present flowers, recalling and insisting to some that other myth, that Rhodes was so-named from its being “The Rose Isle”.
What to see
Rhodes is awash in first-rate sights and entertainment. As an international playground and a museum of both antiquity and the medieval era, Rhodes has no serious competitors in the Dodecanese and few peers in the eastern Mediterranean.
Cultural Spots
• Medieval City: Surrounded by medieval walls, this old part of Rhodes is the location of many interesting attractions of historical significance
• Valley of the Butterflies: The valley during mid-June & September is the natural habitat of hundreds of thousands of Quadrina butterflies (actually a moth of the callimorpha quadripunctarea variety) attracted to the valley by the storax trees in order to mate.
• The Acropolis of Rhodes: The ancient Acropolis of Rhodes is to be found in the district of Ag. Stefanos (Monte Smith). Here you can see the ruins of temples to Athena Polias and Pythian Apollo. A lower level contains the ancient 2nd century BC stadium with the old theatre close by.
Museums
• The Archaeological Museum of Rhodes: The archaeological museum of Rhodes is housed in the Hospital of the Kings which was one of the most important buildings during the rule of the Knights and consists of a large interior courtyard which is surrounded by a two-storey colonn.
• The Municipal Art Gallery of Rhodes: It is located in the Medieval City, in a beautiful building standing on Symis Square. It houses a rich, interesting and beautiful collection of the most representative Greek painters of the 20th century (Fassianos, Maleas, Theophilos, Moralis and more).
Beaches
• Faliraki Beach: The beach resort of Faliraki is the most developed of the island and one of the most cosmopolitan spots of Rhodes. For those who wish to be in a more quite and less crowded environment, the bay of Kathara (Clean) is just the right place.
• Prassonissi Beach: Prassonissi is the paradise for windsurfers, particularly during the months of July and August, when the north winds (called meltemi) are blowing. The beach consists in two sandy coves which are ending in an island which can be reached by foot or swimming, depending on the level of the waters.
Where to go
Rodos is famous for its vivid lifestyle. all visitors may have an excellent stay and experience a lot of pleasant activities. Apart from getting to know the culture, the idyllic countryside, the Greek gastronomy, visitors should meet the tingling Rodian life style.
• Sting Club, Faliraki, Tel. ++30-22410-86891 This is where it is really happening! It is hottest Pub in town! Come on down and join in the fun. You 're guaranteed to have a great time.
• Chaplin's Beach Bar, Faliraki, Tel: 85662: One of the oldest bars in town, Chaplin's is located in the Faliraki main beach and offers great entertainment, atmosphere, snacks, coffees, drinks and ice creams all day long. At night time Chaplins is well known for its superb entertainment with top British DJs playing the latest sounds.
• Bunny's Pub, Faliraki, Tel: 86109: Come and join the rest of us for great fun at one of Faliraki's oldest Pubs. All sports from around the world are shown here, including UK football and Prime Time Boxing.
What and where to eat
Rhode’s restaurants and tavernas serve food for every taste. You just have to taste them all.
• Romeo Restaurant, Rhodes old town, Tel: +30 22410 – 25186: Romeo is one of the examples which relive the old area and yet maintain their very personal style.
A building with a 500 year old history makes it possible for you to get one step closer to the middle ages and Greek culture, as well.
• Rustico Tavern, Rhodes Old Town, Tel: +30 (22410) 23182: In the heart of the Old Town, on a stone street, in between noble houses, one of the best Greek taverns
which you can enjoy on your visit to the Old Town of Rhodes.
Rustico has a harmonic blend with medieval times and modern Greece.
• Alexis Taverna, 18 Sokratous, Old Town, Tel. 22410/29: For more than 40 years, this fine restaurant has been the one to beat in Old Town, setting the standard by which all the other seafood restaurants are measured.
Best time to go
The playful sun, insisting on appearing almost every day of the year, like a caring father wanting to be near his only daughter.
Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec
oC Min 10 10 12 15 18 22 27 27 26 22 18 14
oC Max 13 13 16 20 24 28 32 34 30 27 23 17
Ideas for long or short holidays
For ten days: Several days in Rhodes will allow you to gaze at its marvels as well as to bake a bit, adding, perhaps, a day trip to the idyllic island of Simi. Don’t forget to visit the Acropolis of Rhodes, to eat with elegance and style at the Alexis Taverna and to dance all night long at the Chaplin's Beach Bar.
For two days: Rhodes has more to offer its visitors than a tan. Rhodes's unique location at the intersection of east and west ensured that it would be in the thick of commerce and conflicts. Walk around the Medieval City, visit the Valley of the Butterflies and stay all day long at the Faliraki Beach.
The land of sun and roses
When somebody visits Rhodes for the first time, aware of the myth that sets her as the home of Helios, the sun god, they can’t help but start with a good disposition towards the island. And, in due course, when it is time to leave again, and by now in love with the place, no one can claim that this love affair has to do with anything other than the result of yet another mythical liaison which claims that Rhodes is none other than the child of Aphrodite, the goddess of love.
• The island of Rhodes is situated at the crossroads of two major sea routes of the Mediterranean between the Aegean Sea and the coast of the Middle East, as well as Cyprus and Egypt. The meeting point of three continents, it has known many civilizations.
• Throughout its long history the different people who settled on Rhodes left their mark in all aspects of the island's culture: art, language, architecture. Its strategic position brought to the island great wealth and made the city of Rhodes one of the leading cities of the ancient Greek world.
• Rhodes indented coastline, with golden sands and dunes, multi-coloured stones and crystal-clear blue seas as well as its lush landscape and ever-present flowers, recalling and insisting to some that other myth, that Rhodes was so-named from its being “The Rose Isle”.
What to see
Rhodes is awash in first-rate sights and entertainment. As an international playground and a museum of both antiquity and the medieval era, Rhodes has no serious competitors in the Dodecanese and few peers in the eastern Mediterranean.
Cultural Spots
• Medieval City: Surrounded by medieval walls, this old part of Rhodes is the location of many interesting attractions of historical significance
• Valley of the Butterflies: The valley during mid-June & September is the natural habitat of hundreds of thousands of Quadrina butterflies (actually a moth of the callimorpha quadripunctarea variety) attracted to the valley by the storax trees in order to mate.
• The Acropolis of Rhodes: The ancient Acropolis of Rhodes is to be found in the district of Ag. Stefanos (Monte Smith). Here you can see the ruins of temples to Athena Polias and Pythian Apollo. A lower level contains the ancient 2nd century BC stadium with the old theatre close by.
Museums
• The Archaeological Museum of Rhodes: The archaeological museum of Rhodes is housed in the Hospital of the Kings which was one of the most important buildings during the rule of the Knights and consists of a large interior courtyard which is surrounded by a two-storey colonn.
• The Municipal Art Gallery of Rhodes: It is located in the Medieval City, in a beautiful building standing on Symis Square. It houses a rich, interesting and beautiful collection of the most representative Greek painters of the 20th century (Fassianos, Maleas, Theophilos, Moralis and more).
Beaches
• Faliraki Beach: The beach resort of Faliraki is the most developed of the island and one of the most cosmopolitan spots of Rhodes. For those who wish to be in a more quite and less crowded environment, the bay of Kathara (Clean) is just the right place.
• Prassonissi Beach: Prassonissi is the paradise for windsurfers, particularly during the months of July and August, when the north winds (called meltemi) are blowing. The beach consists in two sandy coves which are ending in an island which can be reached by foot or swimming, depending on the level of the waters.
Where to go
Rodos is famous for its vivid lifestyle. all visitors may have an excellent stay and experience a lot of pleasant activities. Apart from getting to know the culture, the idyllic countryside, the Greek gastronomy, visitors should meet the tingling Rodian life style.
• Sting Club, Faliraki, Tel. ++30-22410-86891 This is where it is really happening! It is hottest Pub in town! Come on down and join in the fun. You 're guaranteed to have a great time.
• Chaplin's Beach Bar, Faliraki, Tel: 85662: One of the oldest bars in town, Chaplin's is located in the Faliraki main beach and offers great entertainment, atmosphere, snacks, coffees, drinks and ice creams all day long. At night time Chaplins is well known for its superb entertainment with top British DJs playing the latest sounds.
• Bunny's Pub, Faliraki, Tel: 86109: Come and join the rest of us for great fun at one of Faliraki's oldest Pubs. All sports from around the world are shown here, including UK football and Prime Time Boxing.
What and where to eat
Rhode’s restaurants and tavernas serve food for every taste. You just have to taste them all.
• Romeo Restaurant, Rhodes old town, Tel: +30 22410 – 25186: Romeo is one of the examples which relive the old area and yet maintain their very personal style.
A building with a 500 year old history makes it possible for you to get one step closer to the middle ages and Greek culture, as well.
• Rustico Tavern, Rhodes Old Town, Tel: +30 (22410) 23182: In the heart of the Old Town, on a stone street, in between noble houses, one of the best Greek taverns
which you can enjoy on your visit to the Old Town of Rhodes.
Rustico has a harmonic blend with medieval times and modern Greece.
• Alexis Taverna, 18 Sokratous, Old Town, Tel. 22410/29: For more than 40 years, this fine restaurant has been the one to beat in Old Town, setting the standard by which all the other seafood restaurants are measured.
Best time to go
The playful sun, insisting on appearing almost every day of the year, like a caring father wanting to be near his only daughter.
Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec
oC Min 10 10 12 15 18 22 27 27 26 22 18 14
oC Max 13 13 16 20 24 28 32 34 30 27 23 17
Ideas for long or short holidays
For ten days: Several days in Rhodes will allow you to gaze at its marvels as well as to bake a bit, adding, perhaps, a day trip to the idyllic island of Simi. Don’t forget to visit the Acropolis of Rhodes, to eat with elegance and style at the Alexis Taverna and to dance all night long at the Chaplin's Beach Bar.
For two days: Rhodes has more to offer its visitors than a tan. Rhodes's unique location at the intersection of east and west ensured that it would be in the thick of commerce and conflicts. Walk around the Medieval City, visit the Valley of the Butterflies and stay all day long at the Faliraki Beach.
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