Rhodes Island: reviews of tourists and attractions

The island of Rhodes, sung in numerous Greek myths, has become the most popular among tourists due to the warm climate and the abundance of historical monuments. It is located 20 km from the Turkish coast, near three continents: Europe, Asia and Africa. The picturesque cliffs of its 25-kilometer coastline inspired artists and filmmakers.

Legend

The myth of the origin of Rhodes is truly intriguing. When Zeus gave the land to the gods of Olympus, he forgot about Helios, who was not present at the meeting. In compensation, Zeus offered him the first land, which will appear from the bottom of the sea. Soon from the water appeared the magical sunny island of Rhodes (reviews of modern vacationers, too, so it is characterized). This piece of paradise with beautiful flowering gardens and was presented to Helios. We can say with certainty that the Greek gods were supportive of Rhodes: there are priceless monuments, comfortable hotels, picturesque beaches, warm sea and quiet bays.

The Colossus of Rhodes

The ancient inhabitants of Rhodes worshiped the sun god Helios. More anywhere in Greece, he was not so popular, in other parts of the country he was devoted to only a few altars. God helped protect the island from the attack of Demetrius Poliorket fleet in 304. Grateful residents melt the bronze armor of the enemy, added to it 9 tons of silver and erected a statue of Helios - the famous Colossus of Rhodes.

In the port of Mandraki, ships sail past a series of columns on a breakwaters - a symbol of the Colossus of Rhodes. According to the surviving data, the 32-meter statue rose on the stones, and ships sailed between its legs. Inside the figure was a ladder leading upward, from where a beautiful view of the sea opened. Unfortunately, the statue collapsed during the earthquake of 224 BC. E. It was never restored, since the Delphic oracle did not allow the restoration of broken and destroyed statues. In 651, the Arabs who conquered Rhodes, sold the remains of the statue to the Jews, who dragged them out of the water and taken out on 900 camels. Today, on the columns at the entrance to the port there is a bronze deer.

Two faces of Rhodes

The map of the island of Rhodes is divided into several parts: northern, southern and central. Unlike the northern part of the island, where life in the port and in the resorts is actively bubbling, the southern part is a bit wild and poorly developed. Ecologists believe that these territories should remain intact, for local residents it will give an opportunity to retire, to retire from the tourist bustle and noise. In addition, the central part of the island is the orange and olive gardens and strong fruit bearing vineyards used for the production of wine and other alcoholic beverages. Enjoy the virgin nature or actively spend time with all the delights of civilization - all this can allow you to the island of Rhodes. Reviews enthusiastic holidaymakers do not leave and a share of doubts: to visit this place must definitely!

Valley of butterflies

One of the most famous sights of the island, which should definitely visit, is the Valley of the Butterflies. There lives a lot of butterfly-bear. When they fly off (June-September), it seems that there is a multi-colored rain of petals of flowers. The mountain valley with streams, wooden bridges and old trees, as, indeed, the whole island of Rhodes (the testimonies of tourists are evidence of this) - an amazing, romantic place.

Rhodian roses

The island of Rhodes (reviews of experienced tourists contain such information) becomes even more beautiful from the flowers of hibiscus. Local residents also call them "Rhodian roses". Those who have seen this beauty will never forget it and will certainly return to the magnificent island of Rhodes (Greece). The photos will remind you of a wonderful rest and call again to this earthly paradise.