Greece: the island of Rhodes - the treasury of ancient civilization

Since ancient times, Arabs, Asians and Europeans have been attracted by the rich and beautiful Greece. The island of Rhodes for many centuries remained in the center of attention, took an active part in many historical events. This situation is explained by a favorable location, a favorable climate. The island occupied a favorable strategic position for many empires. Settlements in Rhodes appeared very early, they 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 par with 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 it was possible to return back under the wing of Greece and develop in the tourist direction. The island attracts visitors with beautiful landscapes, a huge number of castles and medieval buildings, an opportunity to windsurf, developed infrastructure. Knowingly a large part of its territory is included in the UNESCO List.

For tourists on the east and west coast is divided the island of Rhodes (Greece). The map of the area will not let you get lost and visit all worthy places. On the east coast you can stay in Falirakione - a modern youth resort, where there is 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. Visiting Cape Zambika, each traveler will discover excellent panoramas that are visible from the top of the rocky coastline. Here in the mountains there is a monastery Tsamya, in which women come who wish to have a child.

Many not only natural, but also architectural sights are known to Greece. Rhodes Island 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 west coast of the island is covered with forest, it is more wet, so there is fertile land, but the beaches are not so much.

It should be noted that Greece is not only suitable for beach activities, but also for active recreation. The island of Rhodes, especially its western territory, is suitable for windsurfing, for this there is everything: rocky coasts, constant winds. Lovers of antiquity will be interested to visit the excavations of Cameiras, the knight's castle on the island of Castro-Cretinas and the ancient structure in the village of Monolithos. Huge interest in tourists is the village of Sipra - the center of local honey and winemaking.

It is best to rent a car to explore all the sights of Rhodes Island. Greece exists for more than one millennium, during which time it managed to collect a rich cultural, historical and archaeological heritage, so there is something to see here. There are numerous night clubs, restaurants, cinemas, theaters, water parks, and casinos in Rhodes. Bored on the island there will be no one.