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Lindos – Famous picturesque Rhodes hillside village
Lindos is in the middle of the east coast of Rhodes, 33 miles south of Rhodes Town, 37 miles south of the airport and 2 miles south of Vlicha Bay. Holidays in Lindos are unique.
Lindos is acknowledged as the prettiest village on Rhodes, a photogenic picturesque hillside village with small whitewashed cube houses in a jumble of narrow pedestrianised streets overlooking two scenic bays. Lindos is an official Greek monument and is protected from cars, excessive disco noise, and inappropriate development. It is the most famous village on Rhodes.
Lindos holidays – Three popular scenic bays
Lindos holidays can choose between 3 nearby Lindos beaches. Lindos Bay is pretty and very popular, with good safe swimming. Vlicha is another good and quieter beach to the north. To the south there is St Paul’s Bay with clear water enclosed by rocks.
Lindos beaches have a modest selection of beachside tavernas and plenty of opportunity for watersports including waterskiing, scuba diving and paragliding. The resort of Vlicha, with its sandy beach, is a more conventional resort. Lindos holiday nightlife is quite lively relative to the size of the village, with a range of restaurants, bars and even a few discos slightly out of town.
Holidays in Lindos – A unique setting
The focus of Lindos holidays are the houses and courtyards from the 16th to 18th centuries, and the cobbled narrow lanes lined with small shops, bars, tavernas and even rooftop restaurants. Lindos holidays also share the site of the acropolis, probably the most famous ancient ruins on Rhodes.
Medieval walls built in the century by the Knights of St John add to the picturesque ensemble. Romans, Byzantines, Turks and Italians have all left their mark on the architecture of Lindos. No holiday in Lindos is complete without walking up to the medieval walls contouring the hills and the ancient acropolis and amphitheatre. The acropolis and the beach can be reached on foot or by donkey (Lindos streets can be steep). Buses run from Lindos to Rhodes Town and resorts to the south. Popular Lindos holiday excursions include historic Rhodes Town, the long sandy bay at Tsampika beach, and boat trips to Symi Island and Marmaris in Turkey.
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Beaches
The beautiful beaches,sandy or rocky,with brilliant bright green waters and crystal clear blue waters are Lindos great advantage.Choose Afantou a long beach with fine pebbles,situated 23 km Southeast of the city Faliraki,an on earth paradise full of tourists.
as well as Tsampika, a beautiful,dark-colored sandy beach,situated Southwest of the city of Rhodes and of course Lindos Beach in the Lindos Bay and enjoy the sea and sun and the best moments that these amazing beaches have to offer you.
Sightseeing
With a long history,obvious all around you the island of Rhodes has been for many years the stronghold of the Knights of St John, who built many castles like the one that overlooks Lindos.Built in the 14 th and 15 th Centuries a visit to the castle will reveal to you the power of the knights as well as elements of the Greek culture and you will undoubtedly live an one in a lifetime experience.
Rhodes Town with its three distinct segments: the ancient city,the medieval walled city and the modern city will cast a spell on you since in this island you will see a variety of things that will remain in your memory for ever.The ancient city is mainly buried under later developments but you can see traces of it at the Archeological Museum.
The medieval city,on the other hand, is recognised as a World Heritage site and is well preserved.The modern city is less attractive than the older parts, though the nightlife is always a very important asset. Also worth seeing at Rhodes Town is the ancient harbour called Mandraki.
Eating out
Find a wide range of traditional and international cuisine restaurants in Lindos and be amazed by the local delicacies. Don’t hesitate to try the traditional Greek food which is available in tavernas and restaurants. Find small and quiet tavernas next to the beach serving fresh fish , to restaurants specializing in the traditional Greek dishes .
The secure choice of the international cuisine restaurants is always there , but you should definitely try the local cuisine that will make eating out one of the best experiences during your stay in Lindos.Feel free to try all greek mezedes and enjoy the best meals of the island in Lindos.
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Beaches
Lindos beach is one of the most popular beaches in Rhodes and the coastline boasts many beautiful bays and coves. Lindos Bay, Pallas beach and St Paul’s are very popular beaches during the summer months but it is never hard to find a secluded stretch of sand to relax on. Kalathos beach is a few metres north of Lindos and very popular with nudists.
Water Sports
Water sports in Lindos are very popular and can include windsurfing, jet-skiing, kite-surfing, snorkelling and sailing. Diving holidays in Lindos will be an unforgettable experience and can include wreck, night and cave dives. For more information on diving in Lindos go to www.waterhoppers.com
Sightseeing
The Temple of Athena on the Acropolis is one of the most popular sightseeing attractions in Lindos. Lindos itself is known as the most picturesque village on Rhodes, and St Paul’s Bay will provide stunning views over the azure-blue sea. Nearby Pefkos beach is the place to go for thrilling sightseeing trips across Rhodes by airplane. The charming resort of Kolymbia can be reached via a trip on the Kolymbia Express boat from Lindos.
Sports
Exploring the stunning countryside around Lindos will be fun on either the back of a horse or by cycling. Sports in Lindos can also include tennis, volleyball and go-carting. Golf enthusiasts can make the 25 minute trip to Afandou to enjoy the spectacular 18-hole championship golf course.
Day Trips
Vibrant Rhodes Town can be easily reached by boat from Lindos. This exciting city is a mix of old world charm and the best restaurants, shopping opportunities and night life options on Rhodes. Boat trips from Mandraki Harbour can include the stunning Greek islands and even a day trip to Marmaris in Turkey. Boat trips from Lindos to Faliraki can also be made to enjoy the Faliraki water park and the exciting nightlife.
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Language
Greek is the official language of the island , but the majority of the locals speak English fluently even if their hospitality most of the times overcomes any potential communication problems that might occur.
Weather
Be prepared that the climate of the island is hot and dry in the summer and mild in winter.And you will find it is especially hot and sunny at the coast while inland the climate is cooler. The scenery is beautiful, with mountains and valleys , lush forests and olive groves that with the aid of the beautiful endless beaches it completes the ideal holiday scenery that appeals to even the most demanding visitors.
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