On the issue of Greek islands, Rhodes is in itself an entire chapter. The largest island in the Dodecanese is one of the most popular Greek destinations - and not unfairly.
Adikimeni from ordes of foreign tourists to the 70 and adikimeni mainly from the sluggish level of services offered then, Rhodes in recent years seems to find its orientation. And rightly so, since it is worth the above.
With beautiful beaches, glorious history of 2500 years, traditional settlements, the green hills, valleys and countless attractions, the island of Knights is one of the few islands that have, literally, everything.
Rhodes, the first - and perhaps best-picture of the visitor of the island is a living bridge present with the past, a city that combines both successful medieval tradition and mementoes one, if anything, with the glorious past modern development and the hectic pace of everyday life, who would say that originally was designed to accommodate these two very opposite sides.
Outside the medieval walls, the new city of Rhodes is a modern cosmopolitan resort, with imposing public buildings, major roads with dentrostoichies luxury hotels and a shopping centre sfyzei constantly from life. Through the walls, time seems to have stopped a few centuries ago. Cobbled alleys, arches and arches, museums, ruins of ancient temples, residences knights, all under the shadow of the palace of the Grand Masters, built at the highest point of the city, monitors for centuries the town of Knights.
In antiquity, the island of Rhodes did well for three cities states, Lindos, Ialissos and Kamiros. On the east coast of the island, Lindos is today one of the most picturesque parts of the island. Amfitheatrika built on the hill of the ancient Acropolis, the ruins of which survive today, with katalefka houses and courtyards with mosaics, but also countless archaeological finds, attracts numerous visitors, many of whom prefer to stay by the polyvoui Rhodes.
On the west coast of the island, Ialissos and Kamiros compete Lindos in number of visitors and attractions. In addition to the findings of historical interest, including the Acropolis of Ialyssos, the temple of Athena Polias, the ruins of a medieval castle and ancient necropolis, Ialissos hosts and one of the most beautiful beaches of the island, overgrown Thirties. The archaeological finds of ancient Kamiros came to light only in 1928.
In a relatively short distance from Ialyso, with the Butterfly Valley is perhaps one of the mageftikotera parts of Greece. Thousands of colorful butterflies gather in the valley during the summer months and offer an unforgettable sight for visitors of the region.
The beaches of Rhodes, magical in the majority, ideally complement the ambient background characterizing the island as a whole. Erimikes or cosmopolitan, infinite or small, hidden from public view, with golden sand or pebbles ololefka, organized or apatites compose an endless list, which has something for everyone - even the most demanding. Completely indicative mention some of the best beaches, Kolimbia, Stegna, Kalatho, Vlycha, Ladiko, Tsambika, Agathi, Pefki, and Kameiro. If you prefer the pebbles, beaches Kallithea, Afandou, Genadi, Caves and certainly will not be cutting your apogoitefsoun.
The interior of Rhodes, of comparable beauty with dentelated beaches, characterized by evergreen landscapes, with dense vegetation, which was suspended in several respects from traditional settlements. Picturesque buildings, with beautiful courtyards and feature local style keep the tradition of the island.
Accommodation
Because of the growing tourism development, Rhodes has countless choices of residence - the appearance, of course, steal the exclusive hotels and luxury resorts.
Two of the best choices are the residence hotels Rodian Amathus (tel: 22410 89900), the resort consists of Ixias and Grecotel Rhodos Royal (tel: 22410 85412) in Faliraki. Both hotels have uniquely decorated rooms and suites, equipped with all necessary amenities and benefits of an exclusive hotel. Prices for double rooms high season start at 140 euros.
Food and fun
Although traditionally considered "expensive" destination, Rhodes has countless choices of restaurants, tavernon, bar and club, for every budget. In general, almost every point of the island will enjoy the authentic local cuisine, but also exceptional Mediterranean and international dishes, with around 25-30 per person.
From the best choices in terms of homemade, traditional flavors is Sarris in the old city of Rhodes, Maria's restaurant in Lindos and Kioupia in Ialyso. For Mediterranean cuisine go to the Red Restaurant, the town of Rhodes, Broccolino in Lindos and Varkarola, the restaurant Rodian Amathus, in Ixia. Excellent pizza serves the Maestrale da Gilberto, also in Ixia.
It must taste of Rhodes, the Miracle in Kairo in the new city offers Mediterranean, skndinavikes and Asian flavors, Golden Olympiade Peridis in the old town extremely dishes of international cuisine, while the Mavrikos in Lindo is the new trend in Greek gourmet kitchen.
Finally, for the fan of seafood, very good choices are the fish tavern Nikos in the city of Rhodes, Alexis and Alexis 4 Seasons in the old town and Archontikon in Lindos.
Regarding the nightlife, even if you have not even visited the island, surely you have heard is that the stronger the Greek islands. Nearly every region has its own, distinctive style in terms of night life and, of course, its own bar and clubs. We xechorisame and recommend the classic bar district road Miltiadou the Old City, Colorado in the news, the Taj Mahal in Ixia and the Lindian House in Lindos.
It is interesting to see:
* The archaeological sites in Kamiros, Ialyso and Lindo
* The Institute of Marine Biology, better known as the Aquarium, in Rhodes town, which hosts 24 tanks with countless species of fish and other marine organisms, offering a unique spectacle to visitors.
* The valley with butterflies and with their beauty, the valley with seven sources
* The Medieval town, which has been declared cultural heritage monument by UNESCO, and the ruins of the ancient city on the hill above the port of Rhodes.
* The beaches with grey sand on the west coast and the isolated beaches on the south side of the island
* The villages in the hinterland, especially the Embona, Laerma, Mesanagro, Psintho and San Isidoro.
* Archeological and Byzantine Museum in the Old City.
* The park consists of Rodini, only 3 kilometers from the city
* The sunset from Prasonisi, on the southern edge of Rhodes
Jason Tapas
