Must Visit Primitive Sites In Rhodes Island
Similar to the other Greek holiday spots, Island of Rhodes is rich in different medieval sites and traditional villages. The major source of tourist’s attraction is the very rich history of Rhodes Island. Below are some of the worth-seeing medieval sites on Island Rhodes.
Acropolis of Lindos:
The Acropolis of Lindos is one of the most sought after places from archaeological viewpoint, being located 55km away from Rhodes city . Tourists are attracted towards the archaeological monuments extended outside and around the acropolis i.e. the theatre, four-portico building, Boukopion, the tomb of Kleoboulos, the Archokrateion, the church of the Panayia, Ayios Georgios Chostos, Ayios Georgios Pachymachiotis, Ayios Menas and Ayios Demetrios.
Acropolis of Rhodes:
The popular hilltop of the Monte Smith carries prehistoric Acropolis of Rhodes. You can get a idea of its original splendor from the few relics you can find. One of the best tourist destinations for Rhodes holidays, the Acropolis of Rhodes is an in-town tourist attraction.
The Aktaion Building. It is located in the Old Town of Rhodes, and it has a two-storey infastructure with flat roof and an arcade that overlos the road through the sea. In typical local isodomic masonry the walls are build. You will be astonished by its beautiful interior and amazing infrastructure. The building serves as a pastry and coffee shop today.
The Ancient Ialysos:
Ialysos is found at a distance of 13km from Rhodes covering northern area of the Island of Rhodes . This location was inhabited in the medieval times. Trianda offers great sightseeing of the remains of popular Minoan community. Must see things at this site include the temple of Athena Polias, Doric fountain-house, church of the knights, Byzantine fortifications, ruins of the katholikon of a Byzantine monastery, medieval monastery and single cell chapel of Ayios Georgios Chostos. In addition, the neighboring mountains of Makria-Vounara and Moschou-Vounara offer sightseeing the Mycenaean cemeteries .
Ancient Kamiros:
The Ancient Kamiros is located on the north-western coast of Rhodes, close to the cape of Agios Minas. It is popular for being a powerful place of its times and one of the three largest Doric cities of Rhodes. Enjoy a visit to this site during your Rhodes holidays.
The Archaeological Museum of Rhodes:
The Archaeological Museum is a must visit site, housed in the medieval building of the Hospital of Knights. Being an in-town attraction, it is a two-storey infrastructure having an in-house courtyard with four sides and entrances. Tourists are greatly fascinated by the exhibits displayed within the museum.
The Palace of the Governor:
The Palace of the Governor is one of the significant infrastructures built on Island Rhodes during Italian occupation . The palace is a mixture of several unique architectural styles. The interior of the palace is similar to the Duces Palace of Venice .
Some other historical sites you can visit during your Rhodes holidays are the Municipal Gallery, National Theatre, Rhodes Astike School, Rhodes Old Town, Rhodes Post Office and the St. Catherine Hospice. Rhodes Island attracts not only history lovers and archeologists but every tourist, urging them to reveal its historical splendor.
Old Town Rhodes Hotels offers tourists with the opportunity to avail cozy rental accommodation, many enjoyable moments, delicious foods and a lot more to make them enjoy best Rhodes Holidays ever on Rhodes Island
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