Rhodes, or Rodos as it is also known, is the largest of all the
Dodecanese islands of
Greece. It is famous for many things, such as the cosmopolitan lifestyle, the Castle of the Knights, the Valley of the Butterflies, and of course, the
Colossus of Rhodes, the 100 foot statue that once stood guarding the entrance of the harbour, and which was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Rhodes city, harbour and capital of
Rhodes now welcomes all visitors arriving by boat with statues of two dears, in the place where the legs of Colossus once stood. With history dating back to the prehistoric times,
Rhodes is an island that offers visitors the chance to see a wonderful selection of well preserved monuments, as well as archaeological sites dating from the 3rd century BC.
Even the Romans and Caesur used to visit
Rhodes Greece for relaxation and recreation, such was the widespread knowledge about the beauty of
Rhodes island. The old city of Rhodes still has connections with the medieval atmosphere created by the presence of the Castle of Knights, and the Palace of the Great Magestrus. On the west side of
Rhodes city, you should find the opportunity to see the remains of the old
Acropolis of Rhodes, and also visit the Archaeological Museum and Byzantine Museum. Visitors to
Rhodes island will never be short on things and places to see. It is an island that is ideal for those who wish to learn more about the historic importance of one of the most famous and important of
Greek islands.
Rhodes has some wonderful tourist resorts, and there are a huge number of splendid beaches scattered all across the coast. Many of these beaches are ideal for a variety of watersports, and many also have a wide choice of accommodation and entertainment establishments situated close by.
