What to see in Rhodes, the island of Zeus

So, under the wing of the plane, Greece and the island of Rhodes begin to quickly approach. What to see in this amazing land, where even the gods descended from Olympus for rest? Most tourists come here to sunbathe and buy. And they are right. Swim in Rhodes really is where. At your choice at once two seas: the Mediterranean and the Aegean. They join together, forming the Prasonisi sand bar. Most of the beaches are pebbly. For some it's a flaw, but the Greeks are very proud of their coasts, considering them a sign of a pristine nature. In addition, the pebbles do not stick to the body and do not clog in the hair and eyes. Well, lovers build castles at the edge of the sea, local residents are sent to the sandy shore of Tsampiko.

But one beach holiday should not be limited. You are in the cradle of European civilization, which means that there is something to see in Rhodes. The excursion program includes the conquest of Mount Monte Smith, a visit to the medieval fortress of bellicose monks-Hospitallers. You will find a walk through the labyrinth of shady streets of the town and the sight of the harbor, in which, in ancient times, the Colossus of Rhodes towered . This is one of the wonders of ancient world wonders of the world.

Connoisseurs of the beauty of nature also have something to see in Rhodes. Cruise to the island of Symi or climbing the peak of Filerimos, which is called the local Calvary, will give you unforgettable views. In the hot noon, it's good to relax in the Valley of the Butterflies, where thousands of exotic bright moths flutter around. Also, the postcard views can be recorded in the camera's memory card in the town of Lindos. At the top of the hill, where the second largest after the Athenian Acropolis towers , donkeys will take you.

What to see in Rhodes for young and active people? Favorite place with all sorts of discos and clubs - the town of Faliraki. Surfers have booked for themselves the village of Ialyssos. And those who came to the island just lie on the beach, resort resort Ixia. Whom the sea is not enough - welcome to the giant Rhodes aqua park.

Those who are not indifferent to the issues of saving the soul, we must remember that Christianity has come to our lands from Greece. That's why such people also have something to look at in Rhodes. The most indisputable shrine of the island is Epta Piges, in translation - the Seven Sources. Whatever sins you have in the history, after walking barefoot in the dark dungeon, where the ice stream flows, you will become innocent, like a baby. It is also good to climb the Tsampika Mountain, but not for the sake of beautiful species, but to touch the miraculous icon that is stored in the monastery on top. In addition to a variety of ancient pagan temples (in A particular temple of Aphrodite III century BC), in Rhodes there is no shortage of ancient churches. The temple of the Virgin in the village of Asklipio was built in the XI century.

Of course, each independently decides for himself what to see on the island of Rhodes. Some people like museums and ancient ruins, someone tries to ride a wave on the Prasonisi spit, and someone does not think of a vacation without shopping. He is also present in Rhodes, and not bad. Clothing and footwear of famous European firms are best bought in the capital, but souvenirs that can be found only in this point of the planet should be purchased in small shops. Avoid stalls in tourist places, go to the Big Market, where besides memorabilia, you can buy completely fresh fruits and vegetables.