Rhodes constitutes a remarkable island. Especially, the Old Town of Rhodes with its stone-paved alleys, has been characterized as a monument of international heritage by Unesco and always occupies a significant rank within tourist guides. The camera lens becomes the means which conveys this beauty and we present you with the magnificent spectacle the island provides.

The first thing that attracts our attention as we reach the island, are the high and imposing walls surrounding the Old Town which once were constructed in order to protect it from pirates and conquerors. The walls were built by the Knights of St John who, in consequence, occupied the island.

 

D’Amboise Gate

 

Second moat

On entering inside the walls, it becomes apparent how each and every culture that has passed from the area, has left its distinct mark. Explore the narrow streets and discover the numerous sites that will convey you to a totally different epoch. 

Sokratous Street leading to the Suleiman Mosque

 

View from the Clock to the Church of St George

During your explorations, do not just stay in the interior of the walls. Continue your walks by exiting, in order to discover the secrets of the “New” city of Rhodes which cherishes the best Italian monumental architecture abroad. The Italians ruled the Dodecanese island complex in the Interwar years and, thus, created a town according to their own particular taste in order to honor their leaders.

Rhodes Prefecture (1927)

The Italians redesigned the palace of the Grand Masters of the Order of St. John which was supposed to be used by Mussolini himself and Vittorio Emanuelle II. None of them, however, visited the palace which was absolutely formidable and one of a kind, with its interior mosaics from Kos island making it of unique beauty.

 

Roman statues from the Odeion of Kos, in the courtyard of the Palace of Grand Masters

Room inside the palace of Grand masters with a Hellenistic mosaic of Medusa

One of the most important sites that the visitor must pay a visit to, is the Archaeological Museum of Rhodes constituting one of the best museums across Greece. Hosted within the old Knights’ Hospital makes it even more special and worthy of your visit.

Bathing Aphrodite, one of the most beautiful statues of antiquity

Right in the heart of the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe you will find a top choice for your accommodation. Select to stay at Avalon Boutique Hotel which reopened its doors in 2007 and presents its guests with first class hospitality services and top aesthetics that will satisfy a wit for a magical voyage back to the Middle Ages.

For reservations call us at +302108981884 or send us your request via e-mail at callcenter@tresorhotels.com

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