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