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Amazing Tourists Destinations in Ialyssos Town, Rhodes – Greece May 20

Trianda or Ialyssos is the place of origin of globally renowned Olympic Champion Diagoras. The village Ialyssos is under the top 5 visited places on Island Rhodes especially for Rhodes vacation. Tourists coming from across the world hire services of many of notable hotels for business purposes, Rhodes holidays and conferences.

Ialyssos village offers the tourists an area with beautiful beaches, amazing nightlife, entertainment and all modern day facilities combined with the traditional Greek hospitality.

Location:

Ialyssos village is also named as Ialissos or Ialyssos. It is situated on the northern tip of Rhodes Island, at a distance of eight kilometres from the Rhodes town, towards the south west side. Ixia, a renowned picnic spot is located close to Ialyssos village. For this reason, for your next Rhodes Vacation, you can stay either in Ixia, Rhodes Town or you can stay in Ialyssos. Being influenced by the consistant wind of northern areas, Ialyssos’s weather provides an ideal climate for wind surfing.

History:

Ialyssos village has a diverse history. It was first colonised by the Minoans civilization. After them the Mycenaean traders inhabited the area and the region became a beautiful city in north of Rhodes island. Later on, with the repetitive domination of Dorians on the northern region of Rhodes, Ialyssos was transformed into the strongest place of the island. Today the municipality of Ialyssos in Rhodes has become a famous cosmopolitan resort.

Things to do in Ialyssos village, Rhodes:

There are many places worth seeing and many things to do when you come to Ialyssos during the holidays.

• The horse riding in the area of Tris must be tried as you will enjoy it greatly.
• Apart from visiting the 13th century monastery of Virgin Mary, you can also visit in Filerimos, the temple of Athhena Polias.
• Another place is the Saint Nicholas church (a Byzantine church) in Ialyssos that is known for its stunning frescoes from the fifteenth century. For holidays in Ialyssos you have plenty of leisure and entertainment options for the day time as well as for night. The town of Rhodes is easily accessible from here which should also be explored during Rhodes Holidays.

Ialyssos Beach:

We suggest that the best time to go to the Ialyssos village is the summers. The pebbly beach of Ialyssos with clear blue water due to northern winds becomes ideal for all types of water sports.

Sailing and wind surfing are the unique opportunities being offered by this famous beach. Many of the international water sports competition are also held here from time to time. Along the harbour there are many accommodation solutions, bars, restaurants as well as mini-markets where you can easily find gifts and souvenir to take back home.

The Village:
The village has a tranquil atmosphere where you can find many olive and fruit trees. There are many places to explore in the village and one can meet the friendly locals too.

For nightlife you have several options including bars and few discos while for shopping you can go the mini markets or even visit the Rhodes town for a larger variety.

Rhodes Accommodation ranging from expensive to the cheapest ones would add more joy to your life during Rhodes Vacation, and you can book one of the top Ialyssos Hotels at any tourist resort in Rhodes.

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Apolakkia Village A Tourist Attraction worth-seeing on Island Rhodes, Greece Mar 06

Rhodes Island has a diminutive and peaceful tourist attraction named, Apolakkia, located at a distance of 92-km from Rhodes city. Being close to Lindos, it can be reached by following the Gennadi to Vati highway. It seems that the village has been established under a ditch. A myth says that its name has comes from lakos (Greek, and this means ditch.

Attractions:
On your entrance to this village on Rhodes Island, you would feel like stepping into an astounding old post-card, which comprises of petite long-established houses having tile-roofs, medieval windmills and silent monasteries. This magical place attracts people from around the world due to its charming Apolakkia Lake and its enchanting dam.

Apart from this, the beach of the village offers swimming activities into the deep blue waters. It also offers shadowy trees with entire silence and peace for your relaxation. A number of taverns in Apolakkia village (Rhodes Island) provide opportunity to have appetizing foods . Similarly, if you wish to have some fresh fish, then you are recommended to visit Chrisama Restaurant.

This exclusive place being 4 kilometers away from Apolakkia (towards Kattavia), provides refreshing meals in a pleasant atmosphere. You can also enjoy yourself with one of the amazing views of the west coast. Apolakkia also provides the opportunity to visit some medieval places. Walking beside the main street you will lead to the village square. Here, you can visit an ancient Italian mansion. It is available in the classic Italian architectural style. Probably, it is among one of the most attractive buildings in Rhodes Island. Today, it is being used as a Cultural Centre.

This area also offers a petite place of worship of the post-byzantine times. It is located ahead the dam of the lake that is leading towards the neighboring village of Monolithos. In 1290, Saint George Vardas built this temple. You can amuse yourself with a beautiful scene of Fournoi beach from this temple.

You can travel a little distance from the church towards Kattavia, if you really want to discover two known places. One among them is the foundations of the Agia Irini church of the 6th century. The leftover of paleochristian temple that was dedicated to Saint Anastasia is the other renowned place here. Both these sights come into Zonara region in Rhodes Island.

Apolakkia Beach:
Apolakkia Beach commonly termed as Limni Beach, is 3500 meters in length and 35 meters in width. This prominent beach gets crowded in summer season. This beach can be reached after following the way down from Apolakkia towards Kattavia. You are also advised to follow the signs. You can have a shower along with a parking area. There is no other transport available from this place.

Furthermore, the peaceful environment of Apolakkia village with its old places and lake will fill your life with memories. Therefore, among many other nice villages on Rhodes Island, Apolakkia is definitely one of the top visit places on Island Rhodes, Greece.

Rhodes Island-Greece is no doubt a heaven on earth, and if you really want to enjoy every moment of your Rhodes Holidays with full freedom, fun and entertainment, you must pay a visit to Rhodes

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Top villages to visit on Rhodes Island Greece Feb 25

It is not just the historical sites, beaches and natural beauty of Rhodes Island that attract people from all around the world but also its amazing culture and traditions. The simple life of Rhodes and its culture can truly be experienced in the villages of Rhodes. Some of the worth-seeing villages in Rhodes Island are:.

Afandou Village:
Afandou village, being located in the southern part of Rhodes town is one of the biggest villages in Greece. It is a beautiful village surrounded by lush green hills. In the village, there is a small square where you will find many cafes and restaurants.
The famous attractions in this traditional village are the Church of Our Lady Katholiki and the beautiful beach. Moreover, this village is known for its golf course and the carpet industry that produces quality products.

Monolithos Village:
Monolithos village is situated towards the south-west of Rhodes city. This pleasant village carries some amazing places. The tourists can take the two kilometre road to walk up to the century castle of Monolithos. This 15th century castle was constructed by the Knights.
The view from the castle is very fascinating. There is a church dedicated to Saint Panteleimon located inside the castle. Other attraction here is the picturesque bay of Fourni. It has beautiful shiny sand, pine-trees and caves that create a magical ambience.

Embonas Village:
It is perhaps one of the highest villages on Rhodes Island at an altitude of 850 meters. It is completely preserved in its natural state and not very developed. Even now, the people prefer wearing traditional dresses and you will find very strong cultural values in this place. Traditional architecture can be seen here in the form of small houses and buildings. At least, you must visit this distinctive village once on Rhodes Island.

Village of Siana:
Siana village is put up amphitheatrically at the foot of Mount Akramitis. You can enjoy from this village some of the most beautiful scenes of the Rhodes coastal area along with the neighbouring small islands. The village is especially popular for its delicious honey and the wine which is locally produced here.

Faliraki:
Initially Faliraki was a fishing village but now it has transformed into a major tourist destination. Faliraki has everything you need for your vacation. This place offers accommodations, amazing beaches, taverns, bars, restaurants and hotels at your door step. For enjoying nightlife visitors find this place the best.

Archangelos Village:
The Archangelos Village is one of the largest villages in Rhodes. It has picturesque houses, small squares and narrow streets. Besides some quality leather boot producers, you can also see traditional art of the carpets and pottery making. The major attractions in the village are the Church of the Archangel Michael and the Church of Saint John. Rhodes villages are truly attractive in their own and exemplify the rich traditions of Rhodes Island. Many of the villages have proper accommodation services, entertainment and shopping facilities. So you must visit these villages during your holidays in Rhodes Island.

To enjoy the brimming offers of Rhodes Island, you must visit Rhodes once in your lifetime

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About Island Rhodes Greece Feb 21

In the Dodecanese group of islands, the largest island is that of Rhodes Island and its capital as well. It is situated between the Kos and Karpathos islands in Greece.

The ancient city and capital of the Rhodes Island was erected and constructed by different civilizations. The medieval city of Rhodes is surrounded by walls of the well preserved Venetian castle that were constructed by the Knights of Saint John. The stunning beaches, settlements, beautiful places, Byzantine cathedrals, nature spots and ancient sites on Rhodes Island are some of its fascinating features.

The Island of Rhodes is not overpopulated. On the island the population is around 130.000 and most of the people reside in Rhodes city and neighbouring areas. Rhodes due to its beauty and attractions is given many names like Rose of the Aegean and the sun island of Greece. Each year, thousands of vacationers arrive here to expend their vacations.

Rhodes has a excellent tourist infrastructure. Numerous accommodation services, hotels, museums, towns, villages, shops and markets on the island are provided that are well equipped with state of the art services.

There are some world famous places located on the island of Rhodes. There are various attractions on the island like surfer’s paradise Ixia, Kalithea SPA, the valley of the butterflies, biggest water park of Europe, Street of the Knights and many other places.

Villages and Towns of Rhodes Island, Greece:

A large number of tourist resorts, towns and villages can be found on Rhodes Island. The unique culture of the island, its towns and villages are traditional and modern at the same time. For the tourists, this atmosphere is very attractive.

Beaches on Rhodes Island:

On the Island of Rhodes, there are well preserved natural beaches other than the organized and fully loaded developed beaches. The beaches of Rhodes provide a perfect place for relaxation and for all kinds of thrilling water sports and activities. The characteristic features of all the beaches are the azure or emerald crystal clear waters, shiny golden and pebbles.

Tourist Resorts on Rhodes Island:

Faliraki is one of the most popular and best developed vacation spots for tourists on Rhodes Island. Faliraki is for thrilling holidays an great place to stay. Additionally, one of the biggest vacation resorts of Rhodes Island is Lindos. People looking for a calm and serene place to spend holidays have several choices on Rhodes Island.

On its major tourist resorts, one can find a variety of nightclubs, bars, restaurants, cafes, shopping areas, amusement parks, beaches and everything one need for a perfect holiday.

In Greece, Rhodes Island not only upholds the tourism business but also is influential for the trade and commerce in the region. It has the importance of being a cultural and historical centre of Greece. The Island has several archaic places in addition to strong cultural merits and customs. Island of Rhodes is the centre of many business activities in Greece. Many international and national events and conferences are organized here from time to time. The island of Rhodes offers a combination of history, culture, socialism and modernism.

On Rhodes Island there is many leisure and entertainment opportunities for you to avail. You can avail from the many leisure and enjoyment opportunities available on Rhodes.

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