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| Rhodes (Rodos), Greece |
| GENERAL RHODES GREECE TRAVEL INFORMATION: |
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| INTRODUCTION: |
| The island of Rhodes is considered one of the most popular summer resorts of Greece. Gifted with unprecedented natural beauty, numerous archaeological sites, and picturesque villages, Rhodes is a famous island that attracts tourists from all over the world. |
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| RHODES GREECE LOCATION: |
| Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese islands and it is also the capital of the insular cluster that lies in the heart of the Aegean ocean. |
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| AREA OF RHODES GREECE: |
| 1398 sq.km |
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| POPULATION OF RHODES GREECE: |
| 100000 |
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| CAPITAL OF RHODES GREECE: |
| Rhodes Town |
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| MORPHOLOGY OF RHODES GREECE: |
| The sunny island of Rhodes Greece has many dazzling beaches, verdant valleys, and mountains, creating a multifaceted morphology. |
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| SEASONS IN RHODES GREECE: |
| The island of Rhodes is a famous cosmopolitan resort that attracts hundreds of visitors, especially during the summer months. Rhodes has a large population during the rest of the year, as well. |
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| ATTRACTIONS & SIGHTSEEING IN RHODES GREECE: |
SIGHTSEEING IN RHODES GREECE:
Rhodes possesses a great number of attracations. The most significant are:
The Medieval Town of Rhodes (the walls that surround the castle, the Palace, the Clock, the Ippoton street, the Castellania library, the churches, etc), the Municipal Mansion, the Aquarium, the Stadium, the windmills, the deer at the port, the Byzantine churches of Agios Panteleimonas and Agios Fanourios, the catholic churches of Agios Fragiskos and Santa Maria Della Vitoria, the ruins of the Paleochristian Basilic, the Tower of Agios Nikolaos, the region of Mandraki, the Neocolonial and Italian buildings, and the ruins of the Sanctuary of Aphrodite in Rhodes Town.
The Castle, the Monastery of Panagia Tsambika, the Castle of Faraklos, the coastal village Charaki and the Church of Archangel Mihail in Archagelos.
The Church of Panagia, the region of Efta Piges, the Bridge of the Loutanis River, the village of Kolimbia, and the municipal train in Afandou.
The upper village, the Church of Kimisi Theotokou, the Emery Winery, the ruins of the Sanctuary of Attavirios Zeus and the Monastery of Artamiti in Embonas.
The Church of Kimisi Theotokou, the Acropolis of the Ancient Ialyssos, the Church of Panagia Filerimou, the Doric Fountain and the Road of Golgothas in Ialyssos.
The Erimocastro Castle, the Acropolis of Sarantapihos and the churches of Agia Eleoussa, Agios Ioannis and Prophet Amos in Kalithies and Faliraki.
The churches of Agia Paraskevi and Agia Catholiki and the lighthouse on Prassonissi Island.
The Venetian Castle, the Church of Panagia Kremasti, the Monastery of Kalopetra and the village of Psinthos in Kremasti.
The Monastery of Taxiarhis Mihail in Thari, in Laerma.
The Lindos Acropolis, the medieval houses, the Byzantine churches, the Amphitheatre, the Grave of Kleovoulos, the resort and the bay of Vliha, the villages Lardos, Kiotari, Genadi and Pefki and the Monastery of Ipseni in Lindos.
The Fortress, the village Apolakia, the Monastery of Skiadi, the Church of Agios Isidoros, and the villages of Profilia and Siana in Monolithos.
Ancient Kamiros, the Nimphi Fountain, the Monastery of Prophet Elias, the Church of Agia Eleoussa, and the Byzantine churches of Agios Georgios and Agios Nikolaos in Salakos. |
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MUSEUMS IN RHODES GREECE:
The Archaeological, the Byzantine, and Folklore Museums, the Municipal Art Gallery, and the Muslim Library in Rhodes Town.
The Folklore Museums in Archagelos, Kritinia and Embonas.
The Folklore-Ecclesiastical Museum in Lindos.
NATURAL SITES IN RHODES GREECE:
Rodini Park in Rhodes Town.
Koumelos Cave in Archagelos.
Kalamonia Cave in Kalithies.
The valley of the butterflies.
Makarounas Cave in Salakos. |
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| SPORTS / RECREATION IN RHODES GREECE: |
| If you have a boat, you can dock and refuel it at the marina in Rhodes Town. |
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| ENTERTAINMENT IN RHODES GREECE: |
| Rhodes Island is packed with entertainment venues, especially in Rhodes Town and Faliraki. If you are looking for a place to eat, there are traditional taverns and restaurants in every village. |
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| LOCAL EVENTS IN RHODES GREECE: |
The "Sound and Light" show from April until October, at the garden of the Medieval Palace, at the town of Rhodes. Additionally, at the theatre of the medieval stank, at the palace, at the national theatre of the town, at the open-air theatre of the medieval town, at the Diagoras stadium and at the Rotonda, several cultural events and happenings take place, all through the year.
Saint's festivals at every village of the island.
The cultural events during August and the carnival, at the village of Arhagelos.
The festival of Theofania and the carnival at the village of Afandou.
The wine festival during September, at the village of Embonas.
The cultural events "Ialyssia" during August and the carnival, at the village of Ialyssos.
The Nautical week and the National Tourism day on September the 27th, at Faliraki.
On Christmas, from December the 24th to January the 6th, the crib at the cave Makarouna, at the village of Salakos. |
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| LOCAL PRODUCTS IN RHODES GREECE: |
| You can buy weavings from the villages of Afandou and Archagelos, candy, cheese products, a wide variety of wines and many souvenirs. |
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| MAJOR TOWNS / CITIES / VILLAGES IN RHODES GREECE: |
Rhodes Town, Rhodes Greece
Rhodes, one of the most bedazzling towns of the world, with its medieval castle that is surrounded by Byzantine churches, ancient ruins, and verdant spots. Rhodes Town also offers stunning coastline, parks and archaeological sites.
Ialyssos, Rhodes Greece
The town of Ialyssos, located in a verdant plain, is one of the most frequented tourist resorts in Rhodes. Ialyssos is packed with hotels, restaurants, taverns, beaches, clubs and bars that cater to all tastes.
Faliraki, Rhodes Greece
Faliraki is a wonderful coastal resort, famous for its unrivaled nightlife and the organized beaches. Faliraki is one of the largest resorts of the island and has excellent tourist infrastructure.
Lindos, Rhodes Greece
The traditional and picturesque village of Lindos is considered one of the most beautiful sites on the island of Rhodes. The settlement, full of whitewashed houses, stone paved narrow alleyways and beaches, is a very romantic place. The castle and the Lindos Acropolis are quite impressive. You can go to the acropolis on foot, or by donkey, which departs from the central town square.
Prassonissi, Rhodes Greece
The small settlement Prassonissi is situated on the southern side of Rhodes Island. Its magnificent beach is an ideal spot for windsurfing and is covered by sea during the winter months.
Archagelos, Rhodes Greece
Archagelos, the largest village in Rhodes, is surrounded by mountains. The greater region of Archagelos has several archaeological sites, while the center of the village has a wonderful tourist infrastructure. |
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| TRANSPORTATION IN RHODES GREECE: |
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BY FERRY BOAT:
From Piraeus Port, ferry boats depart for Rhodes Port all year round, but more frequently during the summer. The voyage from Piraeus Port to Rhodes Port takes 15 hours. Rhodes is also connected to the Dodecanese Islands, the Cyclades Islands, the Islands of the NE Aegean, and Crete.
Rhodes Greece Sea Travel Information:
Piraeus Port: +30 210 4226000 to 03
Rhodes Port: +30 22410 22220
BY AIRPLANE:
From the Athens Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos” in Spata, there are flights to the Rhodes Airport all year round. The flight lasts approximately 1 hour.
Rhodes Greece Air Travel Information:
Rhodes Airport: +30 22410 83400
Olympic Airways in Athens: +30 210 966-6666
Olympic airways in Rhodes: +30 22410 24571 |
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| USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR RHODES GREECE: |
Rhodes Police Department: +30 22410 23294
Rhodes Tourist Police: +30 22410 27423
Rhodes Town Hall: +30 22410 23801
Rhodes Taxi Station: + 30 22410 64712
Piraeus Port: +30 210 4226000 to 03
Rhodes Port: +30 22410 22220
Rhodes Airport: +30 22410 83400
Olympic Airways in Athens: +30 210 966-6666
Olympic airways in Rhodes: +30 22410 24571 |
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