Acropolis in Lindos
Lindos is a city with a history of 3 thousand years. Actually, the acropolis is located here. The walls of the knight’s castle and the ruins of an early Christian church also rise above the city. It is best to go to Lindos in the morning or late in the evening, with a good supply of water.
Rhodes Archaeological Museum
The Archaeological Museum of Rhodes is located in the infirmary building, which was erected in the middle of the 15th century by the knights monks of the Order of Hospitallers, established to protect the Holy Land, treat pilgrims and wounded soldiers.
Mandraki Harbour in Rhodes
Mandraki is one of the three harbors in Rhodes and the most famous of all: it is believed that it was here that the Ear of Rhodes, one of the seven wonders of the world, stood. If you walk around the harbor in a circle, you can see a lot of attractions, and the length of the route will be only 1 kilometer.
Palace of the Grand Masters in Rhodes
The phrase “knight’s order” evokes associations with something ancient, medieval, heroic-romantic, mysterious and mystical. Moreover, this associative series works, even if we are talking about some purely pragmatic German Teutonic Order.
The Valley of Butterflies in Rhodes
Butterfly Valley is a unique nature reserve located on the island of Rhodes about 30 km from the capital. Otherwise, it is called the Petaludes Valley in honor of the municipality in whose territory it is located. In fact, the Valley of Butterflies is not a valley at all, but a narrow park along the gorge.
Kamiros
Kamiros is one of the oldest cities in Greece. In the era of Antiquity, he played a huge role in the history of the island of Rhodes. Today its ruins are recognized as an archaeological reserve and, like a magnet, attract tourists.
Tsambika Monastery
Tsambika Monastery (also called Panagia Tsambika) on the island of Rhodes is known throughout Greece, because it is here that the great shrine — the icon of the Virgin Mary is kept. She is not only considered miraculous, but also patronizes all married couples, especially childless ones.
Rhodes Fortress
The Rhodes fortress was built in the Middle Ages to protect the city of Rhodes (the capital of the island) from invaders. Its total length is 4 kilometers, it is the longest fortress in Europe. Tourists wishing to get to the central part of old Rhodes must pass through 11 gates.