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Highlights

Map of Rhodes

Places of Interest

Medieval Rhodes Town - Rhodes' old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its upkeep is of national and international concern. Between the Palace of the Grand Master and the Archeological Museum, the Street of the Knights, was the main street of administrative and military buildings and functions in the Knights era. The city of Rhodes is dominated, by the medieval castle built in the 14th century by the Knights of St John.
Valley of the Butterflies - A short drive inland will take you to Petaloudes (near Kalamonas village), a scenic gorge which, from June to September is home to the rare and eye catching Kalimorfa Butterfly. Attracted by the resin in the storax trees, these delicate creatures flicker white, brown, black and red in flight.
Trianda - Trianda, meaning thirty, refers to the thirty stone houses built here by the Knights of St John in the middles ages. On the top of Filerimos Hill, a 15th Century monastery along with the ruined temples of Athena and Zeus Poliea.
Lindos with its brilliant white houses and winding streets. Lindos was one of the three ancient states of Rhodes. It is now one of the prettiest and most photographed villages in Greece.

Beaches

Rodos Beach - One of the many beautiful, well kept beaches in Rhodes town.
Within walking distance from the centre of town and only a few hundred feet from
Mandraki harbor.
Prassonissi is the paradise for windsurfers, particularly during the months of July and August, when the north winds (called meltemi) are blowing. The beach consists in two sandy coves which are ending in an island which can be reached by foot or swimming, depending on the level of the waters.
Windsurfing equipment is available for rent, even if most surfers are bringing their own material.
Lindos Bay - This beach is situated below the village of Lindos with lovely fine sand. Water sports, sun beds and parasols are available. Restaurants can be found throughout Lindos and cafes are situated on the beach.
Splendid beaches are found all over the island. Some such as Faliraki beach are very popular in the summer months, where as others are far more secluded.

Activities

The Municipal Baths (what the Greeks call the 'Turkish baths') are housed in a 7th-century Byzantine structure. They merit a visit by anyone interested in the vestiges of Turkish culture that still remain in the Old Town. The 'hamam' is in Plateia Arionos, between a large old mosque and the Folk Dance Theatre
Water park
Water sports on many of the tourist beaches throughout the island.

Things to Buy

Classic and contemporary gold and silver jewellery
Leather goods
Rhodian Wine

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Climate

The climate in Rhodes is typically Mediterranean. In reality there are only two seasons: spring and summer. A hot summer (April -October), and a rainy winter (November - March). On average, Rhodes has 300 days of sunshine a year, while between April and October, the chances of uninterrupted sunshine are nearly one hundred per cent. During that period the temperature is in excess of 25 C. The usual temperature in October is on the average low 15 C and high 27 C.

Max Temp F	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct
Rhodes	69	74	80	84	84	80	75
London	56	61	68	71	70	66	56

Sunshine Hours	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct
Rhodes	7	10	12	12	11	9	6
London	5	6	7	6	6	5	3

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Additional Information

Great Excursions

Island Tour

Take a tour around the Island and see for yourselves why Rhodes is one of the most popular destinations.

Lindos

Full day visit the village of Lindos which boasts its own Acropolis.

Greek Night

Traditional Greek entertainment.

Symi

Visit the Island of Symi reputed to be one of the prettiest of the Dodacenese group of Islands

Turkey

Visit the port of Marmaris, a shopper's paradise.

To get there:

By plane: Fly to Rhodes from the UK airports.
The Rhodes Paradissi airport (&22410/83-214) is 13km (8 miles) south-west of the city and is served from 6am to 10:30pm by bus.

To get around:

By Boat: Rhodes is a major port with sea links not only to Athens, Crete, and the islands of the Aegean, but also to Cyprus, Turkey, and Israel. In late spring and summer, there?s a daily hydrofoil or catamaran service from Mandraki Harbour to Kos, Tilos, Nissiros, and Simi, and less predictable service to many destinations, including Kalimnos, Leros, Patmos, Kastellorizo, and Samos.

By Bus: There?s a good public bus system throughout the island; the tourist office publishes a schedule of routes and times. Buses to points east (except for the eastern coastal road as far as Falilraki) leave from the East Side Bus Station on Plateia Rimini, while buses to points west, including the airport, leave from the nearby West Side Bus Station on Averof. Buses for the eastern coastal roads far as Falilraki also leave from the West Side Bus Station.

By Taxi: In Rhodes city, the largest of many taxi stands is in front of the Old Town, on the harbour front in Plateia Rimini (&22410/27-666). There, posted for all to see and agree upon, are the set fares for sightseeing throughout the island. Since many of the cab drivers speak English, a few friends can be chauffeured and lectured at a very reasonable cost. Taxis are metered, but fares should not exceed the minimum on short round-the-city jaunts. For longer trips, negotiate directly with the drivers.

By Car: Rental cars and Jeeps are available from our representatives, and include full comprehensive insurance.

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