There are many reasons why Rhodes is one of the most popular resorts in the Mediterranean: the natural surroundings, its crystal clear seas, parks and recreational facilities, its attractive resorts and not least the bright sun and the warm hospitality of the islanders themselves. Popular with British tourists for years the island's wonderful subtropical climate with 3.000 hours of sun per year continues to attract more and more visitors.
"Popular with British tourists for years..."
Rhodes today offers the visitor a wide choice of all year round leisure amenities and compelling reasons to visit. The natural beauty of the island, the monuments from her long and often turbulent history, a warm hospitality generously offered by the people of Rhodes, and an excellent tourist infrastructure with contrasting resorts boasting the most modern hotels, all captivate the visitor.
The capital Rhodes town is the financial and cultural centre of the island and the south eastern Aegean. It successfully combines a lively modern present with a rich historical past.
The city has an excellent tourist infrastructure and offers a wide variety of entertainment including; night-life, sports, cultural events, and day trips to wonderful Lindos and the neighbouring islands like Kos, Patmos, Karpathos, Kalymnos and Leros. Finally, visitors have the opportunity to learn something of the eventful history of the city, visit the museums or go sightseeing.
The holiday resorts along with Rhodes Town, Ixia in the north, Afandou, Pefkos, the pulsating Faliraki and picturesque Lindos cater for a wide cross section of holidaymakers. There is something for everyone making Rhodes a great choice of holiday destination.
