| The
One Thing You Don't Want to Miss |
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| On the north end of the island, overlooking the sea,
stand the ancient remains of the Acropolis of Rhodes. The buildings
of the Rhodes Acropolis date back to the 3rd-2nd century BC. Though
the entire Acropolis has yet to be excavated, some amazing sections
have been restored: the stadium; a marble odeion - a concert hall or
theatre; four columns of the Temple of Pythian Apollo; and a few
remains of the Temple of Athena Polias and Zeus Polieus. |
| Other
Fun Things to Do |
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Storm the Street of the Knights in the Old Town. This
medieval, cobble-paved street lies over an ancient pathway
from the Rhodes Acropolis to the port. In the early 16th
century, the street was lined with inns housing the Knights
of the Order of St. John, who once ruled the island. The
inns that remain today are a study in history and
architecture, definitely worth seeing. |
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For a cleansing experience like no other, visit the
Municipal Baths (Turkish baths) located in a 7th-century
Byzantine structure in the old town. |
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Discover the large collection of tombstones of the Knights
of the Order of St. John at the Archeological Museum of
Rhodes. |
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| Sporting
Adventures |
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| Rhodes features plenty of beach and sea
action - parasailing, fishing, jet-skiing, sailing, yachting....
Have a blast exploring the Aegean Sea! |
| Get
a Taste of Local Flavor |
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| To begin your culinary adventure, simply
visit one of the many tavernas and restaurants in Rhodes. Sample the
mezedes, a variety of small Greek dishes and appetizers that are
often served with the anise-flavored local aperitif, ouzo. Dolmades,
a popular selection, are vine leaves filled with lamb and rice, then
fried in oil and served cold. Another traditional dish is moussaka,
made with potatoes, cheese, béchamel and eggplant. |
| Shopping
for Bargains |
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| A bottle of Rhodian wine from one of the
distinguished wineries on the island makes a perfect gift for
friends at home. And, you can find the best olive oil, also known as
liquid gold, as well as extraordinary honey, being sold out of
private homes by local residents. |
| Local
Currency |
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| The Euro (EUR), the currency of the
European Union, is the official currency of Greece. Many stores and
restaurants also accept major credit cards, which usually offer you
a good exchange rate. When shopping, remember there is a Value-Added
Tax added to most purchases. |
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