Rhodes Travel Guide - Rodos Information
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Ancient mythology says that Rhodes emerged from the sea and the Sun God (Helios) asked Zeus to grant him the island. Therefore the island became his and that is why Rhodes is always sunny and radiant. The residents wanted to show the Sun God their appreciation and love so in the 4th century B.C. they built a huge bronze statue of the God near the port, from where all the ships had to pass from beneath the statue’s legs.
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The Medieval Walls of Rhodes as well as the Medieval Town are considered the most important sights of the island. The walls were built during the Byzantine period but were completed by the Knights of Saint John who made them impenetrable and powerful with a trench and bastions.
The Knights also built the Palace of the Grant Magister that is crossed by the Knights road. Inside the Medieval Town there are many churches such as the church of the Virgin of the Castle, Saint Trinity, Saint Catherine, Saint Athanassios, Saint Paraskevi and of course Saint John
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Sights – Museums – Monuments
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The island of Rhodes (Rodos) has many wonderful beaches with crystal blue waters and it will be very difficult to choose where to go for a swim.
Saint Agathi’s beach is a beautiful beach with blue-green waters and sand. It has umbrellas and deck chairs but it is not that organized and it has kept it rough beauty that will certainly impress you. It truly resembles a tropical beach.
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For a few years now Rhodes (Rodos) has developed its touristic infrastructure and has exceptional facilities for accommodating its visitors. In the entire island of Rhodes you can find an inestimable number of hotels from all the categories and rooms to let that offer all the amenities for a wonderful accommodation.
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There are many restaurants all over the island that serve Greek delicacies, fresh fish and traditional Greek cuisine. Try some of the local stews, the home made pasta, the mousaka, the pittaroudia (meatballs from chick peas) which is a traditional Rhodian food.
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The island of Rhodes (Rodos) is very large and if you wish to see it all you will definitely need a means of transport. There are many companies that rent cars and motorbikes on Rhodes. Most hotels and rental rooms will be very happy to assist you in any way in order to find a vehicle to rent in reasonable prices.
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Transfer – Public Transportation
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When the sun sinks into the sea in Rhodes the island does not sleep but starts partying.
The island of Rhodes is well known for its nightlife that offers multiple choices.
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International Names:
Rhodes, Rhodos, Rodas, Rodes, Rodi, Rodos, Rodosz, Ρόδος, Родос
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Rhodes is a remarkable island for unbelievable and unforgettable holidays. Choose the island of Rhodes for your holidays and you will never want to go away.
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