1 Palace of the Grand Masters Palace of the Grand Masters On the highest point in the old town, at the top of the Street of the Knights , the Palace of the Grand Masters is a massive stronghold defended by a triple circuit of walls. Built on the site of an older Byzantine citadel, it was constructed by the Knights of St. John (aka Knights Hospitaller), a Catholic…
Ixia, Greece Offering a pool and a restaurant, the seafront Ixian All Suites by Sentido - Adults Only is right on Ixia Beach. It features elegantly decorated accommodation, each with spa bath and private pool. Faliraki, Greece This 5-star hotel is located directly on the Kallithea beach. With luxurious rooms and grand pools, the Palladium offers full relaxation…
During our trip to Rhodes in May 2013, we knew that our Davids Been Here Rhodes guide wouldn’t be complete without including some awesome day trips from the island. Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese Islands. The center of Dodecanese tourism and culture, it enjoys close proximity to a number of smaller, nearby islands. Each boasts its own unique character…
Overview The Mitsis Grand Hotel is Rhodes first premier five star luxury hotel, located on the cosmopolitan island of the sun, surrounded by the crystal waters of the Aegean sea. The complex is overlooking a pebble beach on the beautiful Aegean Sea. Facilities include 2 outdoor seawater swimming pools, a children’s pool, outdoor pizza oven and Italian restaurant!…
The Folklore Museum of Lardos is a glimpse into local rural life before tourism came to the south of the island. Owner and curator Panagiotis Loukaras has spent years collecting and writing about the history of the local area. read more If your looking for something a little different to do away from the beach then the Jungle Tour of Rhodes could be for you…
The Old City of Rhodes with a current population of 6, inhabitants is surrounded by medieval walls with seven gates: Gate of the Naval Station, Gate of Agios Ioannis, Gate of Agia Ekaterini, Gate of the Apostle Paul, Gate of Amboise, Gate of Agios Athanassios and the Gate of the Port . To enter any of these gates is to enter another world. Now it happens to…
Open Air Art Exhibition in Rhodes Greece A Park that invites you to experience art under the Rhodian Sky. The Art park is a non-profit gallery of fine arts, photography, sculpture, and music. We take a look at the park and interview the owner, Mr Damon » read more A jurney back in time An old promotional video from 1963. This story involves a tour around picturesque…
Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese islands, and easternmost of the major islands of Greece in the Aegean Sea. It lies approximately 11 miles (18 km) west of Turkey, situated between the Greek mainland and the island of Cyprus. Its population in 2004 was estimated at 130, , of which between 55, and 60, resided permanently in the city of Rhodes, the main…
Travel information for Ferries. Ships and Ferries to Symi - Dodecanese Islands. Symi and the Dodecanese in general are connected to the port of Piraeus. From Symi you can also visit the nearby Dodecanese islands, the Cycladic islands and Crete through other ports. Your trip to Symi can be with a conventional ferry boat or Highspeed depending on the day, the time…
How to Find the Best Rhodes Hotels with Hotels.com Rhodes is one of the largest of the Greek islands, and has been nicknamed the Islands of the Knights for the ancient Knights of St. John who once conquered the island. The principal city of the island, also called Rhodes, has a medieval part of town that has been declared a historical World Heritage Site. Besides…
Let Expedia help you experience the best that Rhodes Island has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make…
Hotel Atrium Platinum Luxury Resort Hotel & Spa Ixia Atrium Platinum Luxury Resort Hotel & Spa is located in a cove below the Acropolis of Rhodes City in Ixiá, Greece. The location is close to Filerimos and the park of Monte Smith. Each room has a balcony, individually-controlled air conditioning, flat screen satellite-enabled television, Wi-Fi…
