From ancient times, Arabs, Asians and Europeans were attracted by the rich and beautiful Greece. The island of Rhodes for many centuries remained in the spotlight, took an active part in many historical events. This situation is explained by a good location, favorable climate. The island occupied an advantageous strategic position for many empires. Settlements on Rhodes appeared very early; it turned into a port even before the arrival of the Phoenicians. In 408 BC e. Lindos became the capital of the island and stayed on the same level as Damascus and Athens.
Very often,
Greece was attacked from different sides
. The island of Rhodes was in the hands of the Macedonians, Athenians, Persians, Spartans, Genoese, Ottomans, Italians. Only in the twentieth century did you manage to return back under the wing of Greece and develop in the tourist direction. The island attracts
vacationers with beautiful landscapes, a huge number of castles and medieval buildings, the opportunity to engage in windsurfing, and developed infrastructure. No wonder most of its territory is included in the UNESCO List.
For tourists, the island of Rhodes (Greece) is divided into east and west coasts . The map of the area will allow you not to get lost and visit all worthy places. On the eastern shore, you can stay in Falirakion - a modern youth resort, where there are a huge number of discos, bars, water parks and amusement parks. Here is one of the best beaches on the island, there is a place for nudists. Having visited Cape Tsambika, each traveler will discover excellent panoramas that are visible from the top of the rocky coastline. Here in the mountains is the Tsamya Monastery, in which women come who want to have a baby.
Many not only natural, but also architectural sights are known to Greece. The island of Rhodes is proud of its ancient capital - the city of Lindos, which is a real decoration of the east coast. It is located on a barren peninsula, but boasts a large number of architectural and historical monuments. The western coast of the island is covered with forest, it is more humid, therefore there are fertile lands, but there are not so many beaches.
It should be noted that Greece is suitable not only for beach activities, but also for outdoor activities. The island of Rhodes, especially its western territory, is suitable for windsurfing, for this there is everything: rocky shores, constant winds. Fans of antiquity will be interested in visiting the excavations of Kameyros, the knight's castle on the island of Castro Critinias and the ancient building in the village of Monolithos. Of great interest to tourists is the village of Sipra - the center of local honey and winemaking.
It is best to rent a car to leisurely explore all the sights of Rhodes. Greece has existed for more than one millennium, during this time she managed to collect a rich cultural, historical and archaeological heritage, so there is something to see here. Rhodes has numerous nightclubs, restaurants, cinemas, theaters, water parks and a casino. No one will be bored on the island.