Top Places To Visit In Rhodes, Greece

One of the most famous and interesting Greek islands is Rhodes, the biggest island in the Dodecanese Complex. With a cosmopolitan aura, this destination is the best option for over a week of summer holidays. There are so many things to do and to see in Rhodes. From ancient findings, historical points of interest, a remarkable landscape, and a wide range of dining options. Also, some of the best hotels in rhodes are located either in Rhodes town or are spread to picturesque villages.

If you are planning to visit Rhodes take some notes so you won’t miss at least the must-see spots. It’s always a good solution to ask personnel that works in the best hotels in rhodes to schedule daily excursions at an efficient time.  

The Medieval city of Rhodes is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and will surely enchant you with its grandeur and beauty. But what stands out about it, more than anything else, is the Grand Master's Palace, a place that will travel you back in time.

Prasonisi is one of the most interesting and famous beaches in Rhodes. It is located at the southernmost tip of the island and nature here has once again performed its miracle. The islet is connected to the mainland by a strip of sand that forms two exotic sandy beaches.

On the northwest side of Rhodes, a short distance from the village of Theologos, a 600-acre paradise on earth is waiting for you to discover it. The green Valley of the Butterflies s crossed by the Pelekanos river and "crowned" by the historic monastery of Kalopetra. It is one of the rare habitats in Europe and it is the summer refuge of the moth Panaxia Quadripunctaria.

One of the most picturesque villages on the island is Afantou, which was founded during the period when the Mediterranean islands were plundered by pirates and the inhabitants of the coastal areas abandoned them, seeking refuge inland. The village got its name from the Greek word “afantos” which means invisible, as the place was not visible from the sea.