A majestic island famous for its spectacular medieval walled city, golden beaches and rich history spanning from ancient times to the Knights of St John.
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About Rhodes (Rhodos) - Culture, History & Character
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In ancient times, Rhodes was a major naval and commercial power, famous for being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: the Colossus of Rhodes, a gigantic bronze statue of the god Helios believed to have stood at the entrance to the port. The island was also a center of learning, especially in rhetoric and sculpture.
The era that defined Rhodes was the rule of the Knights of the Order of Saint John (1309-1522). After being expelled from the Holy Land, they turned the island into their stronghold, building the formidable walled city, the Grand Master's Palace and the Street of Knights that we see today. After a long siege, it was conquered by the Ottoman Empire, which added mosques and Turkish baths. At the beginning of the 20th century, the island passed into Italian hands, who carried out extensive restorations and built Art Deco-style buildings in the new town.
Rhodes formally joined Greece in 1947. It quickly became one of the pioneers of tourism in Greece, developing world-class infrastructure that has kept it one of the country's most popular and visited destinations for decades. Today, it balances its immense historical heritage with modern beach resorts.
La cronología histórica muestra los momentos clave que han definido el desarrollo de Rhodes (Rhodos) a lo largo de los siglos.
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Very safe.
Rhodes Old Town and Lindos Town are pedestrian paradises. The island as a whole is not walkable.
The bus network is extensive and connects most places, but to explore the island freely you need a car.
It offers options for all budgets, from cheap tour packages to 5-star resorts.
Something for everyone: from the wild partying of Faliraki to the sophisticated bars of the Old Town and Lindos.
A culture forged by centuries of history, from ancient times to the era of the Knights.
Excellent Dodecanese cuisine with medieval and local influences.
The New Town of Rhodes is a large shopping centre, while the Old Town is ideal for crafts.
Perfect Mediterranean climate, with one of the longest summer seasons in Greece.
One of the Greek islands best prepared for tourism, with a highly developed infrastructure.
A first-class family destination, with safe beaches, history of castles and resorts with all the comforts.
A very popular international destination, safe and welcoming for everyone.
A long and successful history in tourism has made the Rhodians professional and welcoming.
An island of great beauty, which combines a spectacular coast with a green and mountainous interior.
An open-air architectural museum, with the medieval city of the Knights as its crown jewel.
Of global importance for housing one of the Seven Wonders, for being the fortress of the Knights of San Juan and a crossroads of civilizations.
Surprisingly green for a Dodecanese island, with a forested interior.
The tourist areas, and especially the Old City, are very well maintained.
Non-existent.
Good infrastructure in Rhodes Town, but strong seasonality makes it less ideal for long stays.
Comprehensive assessment of this destination
A world-class destination that offers absolutely everything: a dream medieval city, ancient history, beaches for all tastes, a green hinterland and excellent gastronomy. It is one of the most complete and satisfactory islands in the Mediterranean.
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Perfect Mediterranean climate, with one of the longest summer seasons in Greece.
Ideal weather to explore the archaeological sites and see the island flourish. Fewer crowds.
Very hot and sunny. High beach and tourism season. The island is in full swing.
Excellent climate, the sea is very warm. Crowds thin out starting in mid-September.
Mild but it is the rainiest season. Many tourist businesses close, but the Old City lives on.
Lots of sun guaranteed in summer.
Mild winters.
Rhodes is one of the sunniest islands in Europe, with more than 300 days of sunshine a year.
The tourist season is very long, comfortably extending from April to October.
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A very versatile destination. It can be affordable if you're looking for local food and simple accommodation, but it also offers extreme luxury options. Overall, it is good value for money.
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Explore the most fascinating places this city has to offer
The largest medieval walled city in Europe and a World Heritage Site. A labyrinth of streets, walls, palaces and mosques built by the Knights of Saint John.
The imposing citadel and palace of the Knights of San Juan, at the highest point of the Old City. It houses a museum with spectacular mosaics.
An ancient acropolis crowned by a temple, surrounded by the walls of a Knights' castle, above the picturesque white town of Lindos.
A perfectly preserved cobblestone street in the Old City, where the 'inns' of the different nationalities of the Knights of Saint John were located.
A small and spectacular cove with emerald waters and rocks, which received its name from the actor after the filming of 'The Canyons of Navarone'.
The southernmost point of the island, a peninsula joined by a strip of sand where the Mediterranean Sea and the Aegean Sea meet. A paradise for windsurfing and kitesurfing.
A unique biotope where thousands of butterflies of the 'Panaxia quadripunctaria' species congregate during the summer months.
The ruins of a Knights castle built on a huge monolithic rock on the west coast. It offers one of the best sunsets on the island.
Rhodes Main Square, an essential place to visit.
Rhodes Local Market, an essential place to visit.
Rhodes Central Park, an essential place to visit.
Rhodes Art Museum, an essential place to visit.
Rhodes Panoramic Viewpoint, an essential place to visit.
Rhodes Commercial Area, an essential place to visit.
Traditional Neighborhood of Rhodes, an essential place to visit.
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A festival that transports the Old City to medieval times, with parades, jousts, music and people dressed in period clothing.
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