Products you should buy on Rhodes Island

Rhodes Island offers its tourists with some great traditional and local products in order to make their trip more interesting. Some of the very best products of the Island of Rhodes is listed below:
Hilopities
Hilopities is a kind of pasta cooked along with either the tomato sauce or else with the meat. Being one of the best quality local products, it enhances the tastes of the tourists while they get it served.

Mousaka
You can also enjoy eating a famous local dish called Mousaka, which is usually served with aubergines, potatoes, béchamel and cheese. It is therefore one of the top specialties of Rhodes Island. Rhodes Island in Greece provides these tasty meals in rural and urban restaurants and taverns of the region.

Casserole Meat Dishes and Pitaroudia
The village of Afantou or Afandou in Rhodes is quite well known for its casserole meat dishes which are primarily cooked with tender potatoes and fresh onions in earthenware pots. Pitaroudia is among the most delicious food dishes found in the same village. Availing these local products will change your taste for sure and you will become fan of the traditional Greek food during Rhodes holidays.

Local Sweets
Apart from this you can also avail a large number of delicious sweets on Rhodes Island, one among them is a nuts and honey-made sweet called Kataifi. Some other prominent sweets of the region are the baklava and the local belekounia ? made of the sesame and honey. In order to meet your eating desires, Island Rhodes will offers a wide range of delicious local products during your Rhodes holidays.

Local Wines
Wine of Rhodes Island (or Rodos island) is know of its high quality and great taste. Since ancient times the Greeks love the taste of the wine from Rhodes . Some of the delicious wines are produced with the help of wineries and distilleries of the island’s vineyards. The fertility of soil and constancy of sun play an important role for the production of good quality wines.
The companies like CAIR and EMERY own above 90 percent of the local grape production. Similarly, the most prominent labels of wine in Island Rhodes are the Ilios the dry wines, the Grand Maitre and Chevalier de Rhodes the dry red wine.

Other Products
One among the local products of the region include fresh and tasty fruits. Next time when you are on Rhodes Island you should check out the local products like beautiful multiple colored embroideries, pottery, honey, fine ceramic plates and hand woven carpets.

You can avail a diverse range of Rhodes accommodation solutions including Rhodes Town Hotels and great entertainment opportunities especially during summer Rhodes Holidays.

The name Pefki is derived from the Greek word “pefko” that means “pine tree”. Keeping in vision the name of the resort, one can easily judge this place as a heaven of numerous tall pine trees. The beautiful landscape and pine trees collectively make the atmosphere beautiful and delighting for nature lovers and peace seekers.

As part of the southern Rhodes popular and beautiful destinations, Pefki is a hilly village. This village is being located at a considerable distance of just 3 km from Lindos. Tourists will find this place amazing from different perspectives as it offers great water sports, vigorous nightlife and a lot of entertainment activities. In addition, you can avail medieval sightseeing in its neighboring village.

The magical effect of the green pine trees with the diversity of sea waters and sand attracts a variety of people While being in this village, you would really feel relaxed as it provides a family friendly environment to the tourists so that they visit this place over and over again.

Being on the outer verge of the spot and 20 meters from the eye-catching sandy cove, Pefki Village Resort like other Rhodes hotels, provides great stay for the tourists during their vacations. You will find this hotel newly reconstructed and built in a customary Greek style. Similarly there are comfy and well-decorated rooms. This beautiful complex which is located 5 km away from Lindos will provide you with great holidays during your tour.

Furthermore, the amazing combination of two destinations i.e. the village and the beach are really delighting. You can even avail a perfect tan during your visit to either the village or to the beach as they are quite near to each other. Besides, the combination of soft & sandy beach, scattered rocks, pine trees and the blue water of the beach makes it an ideal place for enjoying best Rhodes holidays.

Moreover, you can find various rocky bays at the verge of the beach. If you love swimming, you must visit this place because it carries shallow water, which is good for swimmers. If you feel like being away from heat of the sun, you can get yourself under the sunshade of any of the numerous beach taverns and bars or relax under the pine trees.

Your can fulfill your eating desires with a good bunch of Greek brandy, traditional foods and fresh seafood in the area. All these offerings collectively make one enjoy outstanding time on the resort and is perhaps the best opportunity for spending memorable holidays in Rhodes Island.

Your Rodos Vacations will be more fun and entertainment if you could avail any of the best Pefki Hotels on Rhodes Island.

Being a pebbled beach of Rhodes, Kolimbia is located inside a petite bay, which is about 24 kilometers in the south of Rhodes town. As it is located near the Seven Springs (Epta Piges), it attracts a large number of tourists yearly . Epta Piges is located at a distance of just 6 kilometers from this place, where you can have a tranquil and modern family friendly environment.

Kolimbia resort, apart from being a rapidly developing tourist destination is still quite beautiful. However, this pretty well-organized beach is not that crowded as the other beaches of Island Rhodes do. In order to enjoy luxurious accommodation, you can book your stay in one of the top hotels of this resort as well as in the nearby areas . There are also a variety of caf’s and taverns for your service, which can be approached for eating and drinking near the seaside.

Beside other facilities on the beach, you can find sunbathing and swimming activities with a variety of available water sports, sun-beds and umbrellas. This beach is said to be one of the popular seashores especially among the German tourists. The greenery, splendid landscape, clean water and other picturesque views make this beach an ideal place for taking pictures. Those who like fishing will really like this place as it offers fishing opportunities to everyone. The major entrance to the resort is through the stirring Eucalyptus’street, which is known for its tall green eucalyptus trees covering both sides of the street. This street was established by the Italians, when they were dominating Rhodes Island.

A prominent feature of this place is that many of the settlement streets are named as the European city centers. Therefore, you will see such streets like the ?London and Stockholm Streets in the area. Being half way between two prominent tourist attractions of Rhodes Island – Lindos and Rhodes Town is an interesting trait of this place .

Therefore, it makes it easier for the tourists to easily approach both of these destinations. The pebbled suspension bridge of the River of Loutanis is yet another amazing tourist attraction, which is locatable at 1 to 2 km distance to the north of Kolimbia. Another worth-seeing place is the Holy Monastery of Paramythia, which is locatable 6 kilometers in the north towards the settlement.

Besides, there is a local Medical Center and a pharmacy, which is accessible in the nearby village of Archangelos. There is also a Police station and a Post office. You can hire a cab or rent a car or motorbike to access Kolimbia beach.

Rhodes Island provides lots of entertainment opportunities as well as top quality Hotels in Kolimbia to make you enjoy all the pleasures during Rhodes Vacations

In order to keep your children busy and entertained, Rhodes holidays offer a range of pleasing activities. To have lots of fun at your Summer Holidays on Rhodes, see the below list of places you should go to.

Passagio Park in Rhodes Town:

The Passagio Park was renovated in year 2008. In the park there are swings, skateboard ramp, slides, play area, giant trampoline, a sand pit and many more. You can avail various refreshment facilities such as cafes and restaurants in the park.

Aktaion Park:

The Aktaion Park in Rhodes Old town lies opposite to the Mandraki Harbour. The modernization process of the Park took place in 2007. For the small kids you will find special play areas and facilities. The huge pirate ship and the rubber terrain are the major sources of attraction for the kids. A cafeteria with refreshment facilities is available in the park.

Rodini Park:

Rhodes Town is 1 kilometre away from this renowned park on Rhodes Island. The atmosphere in the park is very tranquil with shades and also peaceful. Exciting games- and adventure-loving children will find this park a unique place for them.

In the park, after walking through the woods, you will find a small playground for the children as well as a small zoo. This Park is famous for its dwelling peacocks.

Marine Aquarium in Rhodes:

Children and adults equally enjoy at this place. In the vault of Hydro Biological Station of Rhodes, you will find an aquarium. A very close look you should take at the marine animals when you come here. There are many aquatic animals taken from the Mediterranean region that gives a feeling of being in underwater.

Children love watching various water species and specimens including octopuses, reefs, turtles, sea flowers, decapods, clams and different kinds of fishes.

Attractions for the Children on Rhodes Island:

The popular attractions for kids on the island include:
• Paintball at Ialysos
• The famous Aqua Park, Faliraki
• Bowling Alleys found at different tourist resorts like Rhodes town, Faliraki and Kremasti
• Mini Water Slides in Trianda
• Horseback riding and Go carts in Faliraki
• Rhodes Town cinemas and theatres

Indoor and Outdoor Play centres:

There are many interior and exterior play centres in the island. Following are few of the play centres:
• Allegro in Trianta area
• Faliraki’s Family Fun and Magic Castle
• Swedco/Akadoo: That lies on the Trianta Beach
• Milou : Lies in the surrounding areas of Rhodes town
• There is a play land in Koskinou

Therefore, when coming to Rhodes Island, one does not have to worry about the kids. During Rhodes Holidays you can share some great moments and memories with your children and other family members.

You can now enjoy your Rhodes Holidays equally with the kids as well as with the adults. A Aparthotel in Rhodes near different spots is available but to access the nearby tourist destinations easily, you can avail one of best Rhodes Town Hotels in the area.

Old Town of Rhodes:

The old town architecture contains a mixture of several civilizations and cultures’ including the Turkish, medieval and Byzantine ones and it is therefore, one of the World’s Heritage sites in Rhodes Island declared by UNESCO.

This Medieval town of Rhodes is a distinctive place and contains some very impressive sites. The old town has been divided into three main parts: the Knights’ Quarter also known as Kollakio, Turkish Quarter and the Jewish Quarter.

The Old Town’s Kollakio is the place where majority of the medieval landmarks are situated. The Pyles or the nine main gates of Rhodes Old Town are used for entering the old town of Rhodes where you can experience the culture and living style of different nations including Turkish, Byzantine and Latin.

Therefore, when coming for Rhodes Holidays, visiting the Turkish Quarter is a must if you want to discover the historic treasures of old town.

Exploring the Turkish Quarter:

Innumerable Byzantine churches transformed into mosques in the west part of the old town makes the atmosphere of the place very oriental and you will also find small shops and stalls like the ones in old bazaars, the squares have vaulted houses since the front walls are embellished with arched bows and there is a fountain in almost every square.

From both the sides of the Socrates Street, narrow lanes take one right into the heart of the medieval town. You can reach the Turkish quarter by using the narrow road here called the Hippodamus Street. The 15th century’s Agia Paraskevi church is located on the right-hand side. Arhelaou Street is a narrow lane that you will reach when you go a little farther. Going farther leads one to the Arionos Square, the mosque of Sultan Mustafa and the Turkish Hamam.

Suleiman Mosque and the Hammam Baths:

The Turkish quarter is particularly dominated by the startling pink-domed Suleiman Mosque. Their Turkish legacies include the Turkish ‘Hammam’ baths that are still operated by the local municipals.

If you want to see the famous public baths and the mosque of Sultan Mustafa in Arionos square, you can take the street called Archelaou which is located behind the Suleiman mosque. These are the sacred Turkish baths (hammam) that have been fully restored.

Turkish library:

On the other end of Archelaou Street one can find the Turkish library. It was built by the Moslem Rhodian Ahmed Hafuz in 1794. Some great selections from the Turkish, Arab and Persian literature and documents can be found in the library. Amongst these manuscripts the important ones include

1. An anonymous chronicle of the 1522 siege
2. One richly ornamented Koran of 1412
3. One richly ornamented Koran of 1540

Kurmale-Medresse:

On the west side of the Suleiman Mosque is situated the Apollonion street that leads to the Byzantine-Gothic church of St. George. During Ottoman occupation this church was known with the name of Kurmale-Medresse which means the school with the date palm and was used as a medresse.

For memorable Rhodes Holidays we suggest that you avail all the entertainment and leisure opportunities as well as get a Aparthotel Rhodes, or one of the top Rhodes Town Hotels

The Art Park of Rhodes, Greece has now become an important institution that attracts the Greek as well as foreign artists to show their artistic abilities and talent. It is a non-profit organization that serves to provide a multi-art cultural platform for the artists, musicians and actors.

The Art Park on Rhodes Island showcases works of different kinds of Art from the month of May to the month of October. Hence, you can visit this wonderful place for Rhodes holidays at ease.

Location:
You can find a number of art galleries in Rhodes Island but it is one of the unique places in the centre of Rhodes with highly amusing natural settings . It is located in the beautiful region of Archipolis. Archipolis is located at a distance of 30 kilometres from Rhodes Town on the way to Eleousa.

Also the beach of Kolympia and Afandou are the nearest ones and it just takes about ten minutes on a car or bus to reach there. Art Park of Rhodes is located just ten kilometres past the Seven Springs in Rhodes.

History:
Art Park of Rhodes is an institute that was established in May 2006 by a popular sculptor creator, artist and musician Damon Papakiriakou and his wife Emily. Initially the institute organised a small multicultural integration. Due to being in the middle of various tourist destinations the events here initiated slowly and steadily, later gained fame, and today it has become an informal art feast.

In January 2007, the event was recognised when the Art Park of Rhodes won a large scale competition in Greece of the private art institute’s and galleries. The Art Park then received funding from the European Programme Leader.

Today this art park is being operated as a non-profit organization. Various artists and art lovers from across Europe – The Friends of Art Park –are its significant contributors’Friends of the Art Park’ whose members are art lovers and artists from different countries across Europe.

Purpose of the Park:
The basic purpose of this Art Park is to encourage and support different forms of art and music. It encourages young artists and musicians to show off their talent and provides them with a platform.

Attraction of the park:
The Art Park is very interesting place and holds many attractions for the tourists and visitors. It offers free entry and participation along with the flexibility to pay as many visits as you want and whenever you want.

It is an environment friendly park. The Park is provided electricity by the photovoltaic cells that convert solar energy into electricity.

Its location is very pretty and there are many small wooden kiosks used for exhibitions. Some outdoor workshops are also available in this area where various artists can work free of charge. All kinds of music equipment and systems are available in the park.

Therefore, for your Rhodes Holidays, you must come here once to encourage the participants and see the amazing works of young people.

Rhodes Holidays become more comfortable if you get good quality Rhodes accommodation. In both Old and New town a number of Rhodes Town Hotels, rooms and lodges are available that provide good quality services

Rhodian Deer Statues:
The Rhodian deer statues guard the Mandraki harbour. These are the sculptures of the unique Rhodian deer which has now become a symbol of Rhodes Island. The statues of deer on two slim columns are found on the entrance of harbour of Mandraki – one is a stag while the other is a doe. The statues look very appealing and never go unnoticed when you come to the pictorial harbour of Mandraki during Rhodes Holidays. The two deer statues represent the Dama – Dama deer of Rhodes and you can know about its importance and attraction they hold for Rhodes Holidays only by knowing about this unique Rhodian deer.

Dama-Dama- The Rhodian Deer:
The Dama-Dama deer also known as the Rhodian Deer is unique deer species found only on Rhodes Island in Greece. The traditions tell that the deer was introduced on the island in medieval times during Crusades. However, many sources and findings have revealed that they existed on the island since ancient times. Because of the abundance of deer found on the Rhodes Island in ancient times it was also known as “Elafioussa’(with a lot of deers)’ that means “with many deers” in the olden times. The Dama Dama deer is unique to Rhodes and existed in a large number on the island. When you enter the Mandraki harbour, you find the Rhodian deer statues on the entrance as they are the symbol of Rhodes.

Significance of the Dama Dama Deer:
The Dama Dama Deer of Rhodes is significant for many reasons. You can know about the significance of the deer from the fact that it was in many ways very effective against the poisonous snakes that previously overrun the island and were dangerous for human beings living there.

There are many stories, myths and beliefs that how the Dama Dama deer caused the number of the snakes to diminish greatly. All beliefs about the deer propose that the deer were in one way or the other very effective in minimizing the poisonous snake population.

Cause of Extinction:
During the times of Knights of St John the deer were reintroduced on the island. This allowed the deer to flourish during medieval times. During the Ottoman era they were hunted to extinction but were reintroduced later in 1930s by the Italians. Presently there is only a small number of Rhodian deer found on the island and that too in natural protected parks. The Dama Dama deer is not just important for maintaining balance in ecosystem but also as it is a symbol of Rhode’s glory. This beautiful specie of deer is found only in Rhodes and is one of the attractions for your Rhodes Holidays. Therefore, in order to appreciate the importance of the Dama Dama deer and its role in Rhodes, you must see the Rhodian Deer Statues.

Most Rhodes Town Hotels provide an easy access to different sites and attractions during Rhodes Holidays. Aparthotel Rhodes or Rhodes Town Hotels are easily available in the old town and new town of Rhodes.

Attractions:
Soon after your entrance to the Apolakkia village in Rhodes Island, you would feel yourself inside an amazing post card where you will find medieval residencies with tile roofs along with the peaceful monasteries and windmills of the past. This magical place attracts people from around the world due to its charming Apolakkia Lake and its enchanting dam.

Besides this, the village’s beach provides tourists with the opportunity to swim under the deep waters of blue color. 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.

In order to taste superb cuisines in a pleasing environment, you are advised to travel 4 kilometers away towards Kattavia (from Apolakkia). You can also enjoy yourself with one of the amazing views of the west coast. You can also visit few of the historical places in Apolakkia. The village square is very easy to find, because you just have to follow the main street of the village. This place also offers a historical Italian mansion. It is available in the classic Italian architectural style. Conceivably this building is one of the most amazing infrastructures of Rhodes Island. Today, it is being used as a Cultural Centre.

You can also take pleasures of the small temple of post-Byzantine period. It is located ahead the dam of the lake that is leading towards the neighboring village of Monolithos. It was constructed by Saint George Vardas in 1290. 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:
With 3500 meters of height, Apolakkia or Limni beach has a width of 35 meters. This prominent beach gets crowded in summer season. Get along the way going downwards from Apolakkia to Kattavia if you wish to reach this beach. You are also advised to follow the signs. You can have a shower along with a parking area. No other services are available here.

Besides this, the fresh and peaceful environment of Apolakkia village along with its amazing lake & medieval places will attract your attention. There are many villages on Rhodes Island that get visit by thousands of tourist every year due to their holidays on Rhodes Island, and Apolakkia is on the top of this list every year.

Rhodes Island-Greece offers a heavenly environment with delicious cuisines, luxury accommodations, freedom of fun & entertainment and a lot more. Visit Rhodes to avail all these facilities at one place at your next Rhodes Holidays

Fourni Beach:
Being an isolated beach in Rhodes, only few people especially peace lovers’ visit the Fourni Beach. The beach is located at a distance of seventy eight kilometres from the Rhodes city.

Fourni Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches on Rhodes Island. However, due to the large distance from Rhodes city and its remote location the beach is never really crowded.

Visitors often give priority to the other neighbouring beaches during their Rhodes Holidays but none of those beaches are more attractive than the Fourni Beach.

The beach is beautiful with small, soft but pebbly shoreline and has a stunning background of lush green mountainsides.

Road to Fourni Beach:
A chaotic and narrow road connects Forurni Beach to the Rhodes city. The narrow path has some astonishing bends that sometimes can make one feel on the extreme edge of cliffs.

The narrow road progressively gets even and leads to a petite cul-de-sac of a small area having pine forests.

Beach Facilities:
The beach offers sun beds, parasols and other necessary equipments on rent. However, you have to bring your own umbrella as they are not available here.

The decked area of the beach that connects it to many cafes and cantinas serve fresh fruit juices, beers, soft drinks, snacks and other light refreshments. There is also a small rock formation here that provides a good shade for the sun.

The beach also carries charming pine trees, wavy sea waters and stones. The beach is very peaceful and is ideal for relaxing during Rhodes Holidays. This beach offers great environment to enjoy sunbath and relaxation but you may not avail any sophisticated water sports activities.

Activities on the Beach:
In order to enjoy yourself, you can even walk along the beach. As the beach is secluded, calm and peaceful mostly the elders and couples prefer it to spend good time together.

The beach offers a great place for swimming or simply walking along the beach, splashing water and enjoying the pleasant breeze. The water is wavy but very clear. Comparative to other developed beaches, this beach offers calm and peaceful environment.

There are no noisy clubs, large hotels, restaurants and bars. You must visit this beach to explore its natural beauty before it is developed and equipped with large hotels and clubs.

Reaching the beach:
You can access Fourni Beach in several ways. One can take a cab to the beach. Due to the distantness of this beach from the Rhodes town, you are recommended to hire a car or motorbike. You can reach the beach through Monolithos which is found just at a distance of 3 kilometres in the southwest of the village.

If you are fed up of the crowded and noisy beaches during Rhodes Holidays then plan a trip to Fourni beach. Find out the nearest available Rhodes Accommodation and Rhodes Town Hotels to the Fourni Beach.