Lindos is the real gem of the island of Rhodes.
Even if you come to Rhodes to lie down on the beach and swim in the sea,
it is worth carving out half a day to visit this wonderful place.
You will not see such cities anymore in Rhodes, and in Greece I think there are few places left.
We drove to Lindos from the south of the island after visiting Prasonisi.
To get to Lindos, you need to follow the main road along the southern coast of the island and to
turn the right moment according to the signs. If from the south of the island, there will be a right turn to Pefki
as soon as the road leaves the sea. If you are from the north of the island, turn left just outside Kalathos town.
There are many parking lots, you can stop not on the road, but down to St. Paul's Bay.
Lindos is one of the three oldest cities on the island. Of three cities (Lindos, Kameiros and Ialliasos)
only Lindos has survived as a residential city. We visited Kameiros - only ruins remained of this city.
Lindos was founded back in the 10th century BC. The Acropolis of Lindos is considered the second most important in Greece, after Athens.
We left the car in the parking lot at St. Paul's Bay. The bay is named after the Apostle Paul who visited the city in 43 AD.
This is one of the two bays of Lindos, the other is on the other side of the cliff.
The convenient combination of two closed coves and high cliffs made Lindos a center of maritime trade in ancient times.
Panorama: on the left, the Acropolis of Lindos, on the right, the cove of St. Paul.
The bay has clear water and two rocky beaches from different sides.
Boats in St. Paul's Bay.
The Acropolis of Lindos rises above St. Paul's Bay. The height of the rock is 116 meters.
In ancient Greek times, a temple was built on the rock to the goddess Athena Lindia.
This temple was considered the second most important after the Temple of Zeus in Athens, it was visited by Alexander the Great during his
hikes.
To climb to the acropolis, we will walk through the whole city.
Entrance to Lindos.
The remains of an ancient Greek amphitheater are visible on the rock.
The streets are very narrow; any new buildings are prohibited in the city. All buildings are painted white.
There are many souvenir shops on the way to the acropolis.
This store sells ceramics.
And here they sell lamps. The stairs lead up to the rooftop restaurant.
The ascent to the acropolis is quite difficult, but the views are simply wonderful
View of the second bay - the Gulf of Lindos. There is a beautiful beach here.
Lindos bay panorama.
A trireme carved into the rock at the foot of the acropolis.
The Acropolis of Lindos reflects the entire history of Lindos from the Draenegreek times to the Knights of St. John.
Originally, an ancient Greek temple was built on the rock. Then walls were added to it.
The Romans also noted: a castle was erected in 300 AD.
After the Romans, the castle was already completed and strengthened by the knights-johannites.
The Acropolis has been restored since the early 20th century. Archaeologists are still working here.
Restored Greek colonnade
Remains of the temple of Athena Lindia.
Inside the temple
View from the acropolis to St. Paul's Bay.
From the height of the acropolis, amazing views open up:
We go down: you can see an Orthodox church with a bell tower.
You can climb and descend from the acropolis not only on foot, but also on horseback on a donkey taxi :)
On the way back, we got a little lost in the interweaving of the narrow streets of Lindos.
View of Lindos and the bay on the way to Kalathos.
There is a small town in the Greek Rhodes - Lindos, which in popularity among tourists surpasses all other attractions of the island combined. Small and dazzlingly white, it has stood for more than three millennia and has not turned into abandoned ruins, but on the contrary, it has only become more beautiful! Hundreds of tourists come here every day and wander through its cozy streets, and, of course, I was no exception.
Lindos was founded by the Dorians in the 12th century BC. In those early days, it was a thriving city-state known as a center for trade and shipbuilding. Despite the fact that Lindos recently celebrated his 3000th birthday, he clearly does not look his age. From many ancient cities, only ruins and memories have long been left, and Lindos stands as new and pleases the eye with its snow-white appearance! So it is imperative to come here during your vacation in Rhodes.
You can get to Lindos either by a regular bus that runs from Rhodes, or by car. For those traveling by car, I will tell you right away that there is NO parking in the city itself. You can park for free along the road, which runs a little to the side of the city, or on the beach of Lindos. I made an unsuccessful attempt to huddle on the beach, and then returned to the large parking lot by the road, where finding a place during the day was also difficult. It takes 10-15 minutes to walk from the parking lot to the city, but theoretically you can get to the city, pick up / drop off passengers and return to the parking lot. But the driver will still have to walk.
Lindos is an exclusively pedestrian city, and since it is located on the side of a mountain, you have to walk up and down all the time. If this is difficult for you, you can use the services of a local donkey "taxi". The donkey park is located at the bottom of the entrance to the city, and for 5 euros you will be taken all over the city up to the entrance to the Acropolis. Or you can just walk around the city, so how do you agree with the "taxi driver". And keep in mind that 5 euros is just a one-way ticket, and you will not be driven for this money all day.
Judging by this photo, local residents are still allowed to use motorized vehicles. But probably not during the day, when all the streets of Lindos are packed with tourists and donkeys.
Upstairs, over Lindos is an ancient Greek Acropolis and Fortress of the knights-johannite which are considered the main attraction of the city and where all the tourists go. It is said to be the second most beautiful acropolis in Greece after the Athenian one. There are also the ruins of the ancient Greek temple of Athena Lindia, after which the city is named.
But as for me, these are just ancient Greek ruins, which I have already seen enough in other places. And given that you have to pay another 12 euros for the entrance, I decided to believe the word and just walk around the city, which, in my opinion, is more interesting than the ancient Greek ruins. And I will see the Acropolis in Athens, because someday I will get there.
White quiet and cozy streets - that's, in my opinion, the main attraction of Lindos!
All buildings in Lindos are built in the same style, which is very much reminiscent of the white cities of Santorini. But there are no blue roofs here. But greenery and flowers are in abundance!
It is said that these houses used to be inhabited by wealthy merchants and ship captains.
And now ordinary Greeks and their furry pets live here.
Sometimes you walk down the street, look into the courtyard, and there is a small and cozy restaurant.
That's really what, but you will definitely not stay hungry in Lindos. There are taverns at almost every step.
Quiet, calm, cozy, snow-white, but a little expensive compared to other less touristy towns on the island.
Lindos is full of small Orthodox churches that look like ordinary houses but with a cross on the roof.
For some reason, most of them are closed. It's strange, I'm used to the fact that in this country all churches are always open.
The most famous in Lindos is the 13th century St. Nicholas Orthodox Church. This is a small church in the very center of the city, the doors of which were open. I was especially impressed by the wall frescoes in this church, which adorn all the walls of the temple. You can find this church by the famous bell tower, which can be seen from afar. Admission is of course free.
Near the town there is a gorgeous beach of the same name in a beautiful turquoise lagoon.
It is a sandy beach in a small bay with a very shallow entry into the sea. Children will definitely like it here, but those who like to swim will have to go for a very long time in search of depths. If you want to come here exactly to the beach, keep in mind that the parking lot by the beach is tiny, and to park, you need to arrive as early as possible, otherwise you will have to park your car at the top of the road and go down on foot. Sun beds are naturally paid - 5 euros, as elsewhere on the island.
Is it possible to live in Lindos? - Yes, of course you can!
There are no hotels in the city itself, but you can stay in numerous small guesthouses or simply rent accommodation. I had thoughts of living in Lindos, but ... prices are biting here. And if you consider that this is the most popular tourist destination and there is always a sea of tourists here, then living in crowded Lindos is a dubious pleasure.
And of course, Lindos is full of shops. These are standard souvenir shops where you can buy both traditional Greek goods and all kinds of junk from Asian countries. Since the city is tourist, the prices are appropriate here. I would advise buying souvenirs in Rhodes, they are a little cheaper there.
Lindos is especially beautiful in the evening at sunset (and after it). We wandered around the city itself during the day, and then left for. But on the way back, passing by Lindos, I saw a gorgeous picture and stopped to take some pictures.
With this my acquaintance with the white tourist pearl of Rhodes came to an end. Yes, the city is beautiful, but there are too many tourists here. But this is the 21st century, everything popular places overwhelmed with tourists for a long time ...
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Even for such ancient country like Greece, the history of the small town of Lindos on the island of Rhodes is unusual. According to one version, the city-state of Lindos was founded by the Dorians in the 10th century BC. There is a version that the city is 27 centuries old.
The city is mentioned by Homer and Herodotus. There were three oldest cities- Lindos, Kameiros and Ialliasos, of which only Lindos has survived. Only ruins remained of the other two.
Lindos was one of the participants in the Trojan War and is mentioned in the Iliad.
Lindos was a famous city in the ancient world. The city with a beautiful port, consisting of two closed bays, located at the intersection of sea routes, was the center of the Mediterranean trade.
The important marine significance of the city is confirmed by a petroglyph - a bas-relief depicting an ancient Greek warship. The author of the work is the sculptor Pifocrates. It is no coincidence that it was in Lindos that the very first known code of maritime law was created and ratified - the famous Rhodes Code of Mariners.
Lindos was a very influential and wealthy city. He was famous for his navy and sailors. The city could not be captured by the powerful Persians, and Alexander the Great. But against the power of the Roman Empire, the city was powerless. During the Roman rule, Christianity appeared in Lindos.
After the fall of the Roman Empire, Lindos became part of the Byzantine Empire. From that time on, the golden age of Lindos ended. The city was turned into a fortress, which was used by the Byzantines, the Ionite knights and, finally, the Turks. All eras have left their mark on the architecture of the Acropolis.
How to get there
separates from the center from Lindos 55 kilometers. But there is no straight road. You can get to Lindos from the airport by regular bus, taxi or rented car.
Another way to get to Lindos is by ferry from the port of Rhodes. But the road by sea is obviously longer than the land one. In addition, Lindos hotels are often located a few kilometers from the port, and you still have to take a taxi upon arrival.
The most economical way is, of course, the bus. There is tourist information on the direct bus from the airport to Lindos. But it is possible to find the price and timetable only upon arrival at the airport, and these flights are quite rare. It is easier and safer to get from the airport to the city of Rhodes, which takes 15 - 20 minutes and costs 2.20 euros; in Rhodes, take a bus to Lindos.
There are 7 such flights per day, with 6 of them in the range from 6.45 to 14.30 hours, the last flight at 19.30. The fare is 5 euros, the journey takes 1 hour and 20 minutes.
It is a little more profitable to buy tickets from kiosks at bus stops, but the drivers also sell them. It is imperative that you keep your tickets. there are controllers on the lines, and the penalty for travel without a ticket is significant.
A taxi ride from the airport to Lindos will cost from 4,851 rubles, depending on the class of the car.
Many hotels provide a paid shuttle service to the hotel. This should be clarified in advance.
Where to stay
The city of Lindos, made up of white, crowded houses, leaves little room for hotel construction. Therefore, almost all hotels in Lindos are located outside the city.
For tourists who want to spend time not only on the beach, this is a certain inconvenience. When choosing a hotel in Lindos, be sure to pay attention to the distance from the center.
Hotel reservations can be made on the sites:
- Hotels.com;
- booking.com;
- tripAdvisor.ru.
Melenos Lindos Exclusive Suites 5 *
One of the few five-star hotels in Lindos is located in the very center of the city, near the hill on which the Temple of Athena stands.
The hotel has all the options of a high-class hotel: complimentary breakfast, spa with wellness treatments, cooking courses to explore Middle American cuisine.
Particular attention is paid to the design of the rooms. The design of the rooms reflects the specifics of local architecture, unique items in the form of exclusive ceramics and draperies are used, there are even things from the personal collections of the hotel owner.
Guests arriving at the hotel are greeted with a bottle of wine and a basket of fruits. The hotel has only 12 rooms, which creates an atmosphere of family and coziness. The beach is just 100 meters away. The hotel offers a magnificent view of the coastal bays and the sea.
The price for a double room starts at 21,414 rubles per night.
Hotel address: 85107, Greece, Dodecanese Region, Lindos, Main Street
Atrium Palace 4 *
The Atrium Palace is located 6 kilometers from Lindos towards Rhodes and 700 meters from the village of Kapaphos. The hotel positions itself as "almost 5 stars". In fact, this is a real four-star hotel.
The hotel operates on an "all inclusive" system, and you can also choose other meal plans: breakfast only, or breakfast and dinner. The hotel has 5 types of rooms, the cost of which varies considerably.
The hotel has excellent infrastructure for a good rest:
- 6 outdoor freshwater pools, 1 indoor heated freshwater pool;
- beauty saloon;
- spa - salon with hairdresser, Turkish bath, sauna;
- gym;
- playground;
- children's pools: 1 outdoor and 1 indoor pool (fresh water);
- kids club mini-club.
Bonuses and compliments of the hotel are intended for all tourists upon arrival, regular guests of the hotel, on the tourist's birthday, newlyweds and on their wedding anniversary.
The hotel is surrounded by a park, buildings are buried in greenery, goldfish swim in ponds.
A sandy - pebble beach is located 200 meters from the hotel. Sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach are free, which is a rarity in Greece.
Prices for a double room per night start at 12,934 rubles. Rooms for honeymooners, family rooms and presidential rooms are, of course, more expensive.
Hotel address: Kalathos Beach, Lindos85109, Greece. |
Lindos White Hotel and Suites 3 *
Tourists call this three-star hotel "White Lindos" in reviews, and they unanimously praise the hotel as a whole, the rooms, the excellent cuisine of the hotel, the sea view from the rooms.
The hotel is one of the five best 3 star hotels in Lindos. A pebbly beach is 200 meters away. The center of Lindos is 3.5 kilometers away, accessible by regular bus. The hotel has its own supermarket.
The hotel is designed to be quiet family holiday... The hotel is surrounded by a garden with a playground and tennis courts.
Hotel infrastructure:
- cafe / bar;
- open pool;
- parking;
- car rental;
- 2 children's pools with fresh water;
- sauna;
- hamam;
- Spa center;
- billiards;
- table tennis;
- tennis court.
The price of a double room per night starts from 7870 rubles.
Hotel address: Vlycha Beach, Lindos, 85107, Greece.
Hotel website: http://www.otpusk.com/hotel/42247-Lindos_White_Hotel___Suites.
Anastasia Studios 2 *
Anastasia Studios is one of the cheapest accommodation options on the coast between Rhodes and Lindos. The capital of the island of Rhodes is 20 kilometers from here, and 25 kilometers from Lindos.
This two-star hotel is convenient for travel lovers who do not want to spend all their time on the beach and would like to rent a car. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Afandou village and the beach. The hotel offers a beautiful view of the village.
The hotel rooms have a kitchenette, refrigerator and meals can be prepared in the room. On the territory of the hotel there is a restaurant, a snack - bar. The hotel is quite small, with only 7 rooms.
One night at the hotel will cost only 3691 rubles. You should not demand five-star service from a two-star hotel: a bed, a shower and a bath and food in a restaurant at your own expense - that's what you can count on for that kind of money.
Hotel address: 85103, Greece, Dodecanese Region, Afantou, Pernou 125.
sights
The Acropolis is located in the center of ancient Lindos on a high cliff.... This architectural masterpiece of world importance was built in the 2nd century BC. Then it is the largest Acropolis in Greece.
The center of the Acropolis is the famous temple of Athena of Lindos, famous far beyond the borders of Rhodes, built according to Homer in the 14th century BC. We give it. Danai was the son of the Egyptian king Bel, and is considered the ancestor of the Danai. According to legend, the temple was built by Danae and his 50 daughters when they were hiding here from anger. The great Alexander the Great came to this temple to worship the goddess.
The Acropolis was originally much larger. He combined defensive and cultural functions. There were many temples, a square, amphitheaters, warehouses with water and food supplies.
The ascent to the Acropolis is quite steep. But you can use the services. Their "services" are priced at 5 euros.
The amazing antique theater is carved right into the rock. During the time of the Hellenes, all the structures of the Acropolis were a single ensemble, an excellent example of ancient Greek architecture.
Knights - Ionites erected a medieval castle of the Order of St. John in the Acropolis.
Around the city, knights in the 14th century erected a protective wall, which finally made the city impregnable for enemies. In order to get to the Acropolis, you need to go through the fortress. Narrow ladders without railings are not safe, especially for children.
Over its centuries-old history, the Acropolis of Lindos has been destroyed many times by earthquakes and has been reconstructed.
The Acropolis of Lindos overlooks St. Paul's Bay.
According to legend, the Apostle got into a fierce storm when he sailed on a ship past the island. Paul offered up a prayer for salvation, a passage opened in the rocks, and the ship was saved. This is how a beautiful bay appeared. The apostle remained on the island and began to preach Christianity here. In the place where the Apostle Paul landed on the shore, a chapel was erected.
In Lindos, during the Byzantine Empire, the ancient Christian Temple of St. John was built.
At the monastery of the Archangel Michael there is a temple where you can see ancient frescoes and see the service of Byzantine monks. Several Orthodox churches have survived in Lindos. One of them is the Svyatonikolaevskaya Orthodox Church of the 13th century, built on the site where an even more ancient church used to be.
Landmarks of Lindos are the "Captains' Houses", built in the 16th - 19th centuries and protected by UNESCO.
This is the most picturesque quarter of the city, the houses of which are made in the same style. Behind the snow-white facades of the luxurious villas, there are courtyards with beautiful flower beds.
The system of fountains, built during the time of the Byzantines, has survived to this day.
The sculptors of Lindos were famous throughout Greece. A sculpture of Nika of Samafraki is exhibited in the Louvre, the author of which is the great sculptor Pythocrates.
Not only architectural monuments are the attraction of Lindos. The incredibly beautiful landscapes and picturesque bays are the most beautiful not only in Rhodes, but throughout Greece.
The beaches of Lindos are definitely attractions, as are the architectural masterpieces.
On the two beaches of Lindos, Big and Small, everything is arranged for a comfortable stay. Sun beds and umbrellas, restaurants and boat trips, a variety of water and beach activities - everything you can dream of while relaxing by the sea.
There is an amazing place in Rhodes -... V different countries There are many butterfly parks in the world, but they are all artificial and covered with nets.
The Valley of the Butterflies in Rhodes is of natural origin. This is a wonderful corner of nature, where a stream flows between the rocks. Here, in the humid and warm gorge of the stream, butterflies - bears introduce their offspring. The valley is small, but well equipped for tourists.
Getting here is easy: Buses run every hour from the main bus station in Rhodes to the valley. The journey costs 5 euros and the journey takes 30 minutes. A taxi ride will cost 30 - 35 euros. The last bus from the valley to the capital leaves at 15.00. Therefore, you need to leave Lindos early. There are excursions from hotels to the Valley of Butterflies.
Entertainment
Lindos is a resort for lovers of picturesque nature, ancient architecture, beautiful beaches and the purest, blue-emerald sea. For tourists who crave stormy and noisy nightlife, it is better to choose other resorts: Rhodes or Filiraki. Noise levels in Lindos are regulated by local law.
But there is still entertainment on Lindos, including nightlife. In numerous restaurants, theme nights are organized, groups play, you can dance. In local taverns, in addition to excellent local cuisine, you can listen to Greek music performed by local musicians.
The many bars in Lindos are renowned for their fine cocktails.
Numerous nightclubs are located in the streets of the town. They are small, do not have large areas, but they are very comfortable. You can't help but find them on your evening walks in Lindos. In ancient Lindos, as in a UNESCO site, nothing can be built or changed.
Therefore, in the taverns and restaurants on the roofs of old houses, gardens and open areas are arranged, where you can not only have a delicious dinner, but also admire the beautiful views of the coast.
In the center of Lindos, in one of the captain's houses, there is the Kalypso restaurant, Odos Agiou Pavlou, and in front of it on the roof is the Kyriakos tavern, where you can hear live Greek music almost every evening.
The most famous and popular is the Amphitheater nightclub, which is located 1 kilometer from Lindos on the road to Filiraki.
You can get here and back by a free taxi from Platia Eleftherias. Every day from 24 hours until sunrise, there are open air discos, which is very pleasant in the hot climate of the island. The evening is spent by two DJs.
The dance floor offers incredible views of the sea and rocks. The club has a wonderful bar and a fairly large hall. The entrance ticket costs 5-15 euros depending on the DJ spending the evening.
Cocktails cost 5 euros, but with the purchase of an admission ticket, any drink is served free of charge. Foreigners from all European countries are eager to visit this club. Meeting the dawn here is absolutely unforgettable.
Shopping
There are no large shopping centers in ancient, one-story Lindos. Small shops are located in the city center.
It sells: jewelry, wine, olives and, ceramics, souvenirs, shells and sponges. But Lindos is famous for its ceramic workshops, and the products made in them.
You can see the work of potters in the workshops located next to the ceramics stores. The traditions of ancient Greece have not been interrupted until now. Master potters work using pottery specimens found during excavations. It is not a cheap pleasure to acquire such a product, but what a memory of the trip!
For those who do not like chic boutiques, but ordinary markets, a visit to the Lindos market will be a real pleasure. It is huge, you can buy anything your heart desires here, and unlike the shops, you can bargain here.
Charming Lindos, with white foam houses spreading around the Acropolis hill, leaves no one indifferent. Those who came here for the first time come back again and again to see the coves with emerald water, admire the sunsets from the roof of their favorite restaurant or stroll along the narrow streets of the old town. Lindos is a story that has survived to this day, alive, exciting and always a little mysterious.
Lindos is one of the most popular Greek resorts, visited annually by hundreds of thousands of tourists from all over the world. This small but very remarkable city located on the island of Rhodes has its own personality and its own special atmosphere.
Historical past of the resort
The history of Lindos is rich and varied.
It is rooted in the deep past. Lindos was one of three cities founded on the island of Rhodes as early as the twelfth century BC.
It was not just a city, but a thriving autonomous state, whose inhabitants were actively engaged in trade, navigation and crafts.
Due to its advantageous location, Lindos served as an important seaport and controlled many sea routes.
It was in this city that the "Rhodes Law on Navigation" was subsequently created, which served as the basis for modern maritime law.
How to get to Lindos
Lindos is a small provincial town, so there are not so many ways to get to it.
There is no airport or major train stations.
The easiest way to get to Lindos is from the nearest big city Rhodes (which is located on the island of the same name).
The path between these two cities is just over fifty kilometers. You can overcome it on one of the regular buses that leave from Rhodes to Lindos several times a day.
True, in this case, you will have to take into account that the city's layout is quite specific and does not allow the presence of cars in the old part of Lindos.
Therefore, you will have to leave your car in the parking lot at the entrance to the city, and then go to explore this resort on foot.
If you want to enjoy fresh sea air and picturesque coastal landscapes, you can get to Lindos by water, making a fascinating sea trip.
The best way to reach your destination is from Mandraki seaport. Such a trip will surely become unforgettable and leave an extremely pleasant experience.
Weather and climate
Thanks to the warm Mediterranean currents, Lindos enjoys excellent climatic conditions.
Almost three hundred days a year there is sunny weather with very comfortable temperatures.
Winters are mild and short-lived, while summers are warm and long.
You can travel around Lindos for educational purposes at any time of the year, and if you want to combine the excursion program with beach vacation it is best to come here between April and October.
sights
Lindos is one of the most ancient cities in Greece, on a small territory of which a huge number of rare sights and unique architectural monuments are concentrated.
First of all, the following important objects deserve special attention:
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Acropolis
The main pride of the inhabitants of Lindos, the most valuable attraction of this city.
The local Acropolis is the second largest and most important in the country. It is located on a picturesque cliff over a hundred meters high, at the foot of which there is a skillful bas-relief depicting an ancient Greek warship. This is a rare monument of ancient art that dates back to the second century AD and has no analogue in the whole world.
In the center of the Acropolis is its main temple - the temple of St. Athena of Lindos (it was built in the 4th century BC). This place was considered sacred, and people came here to worship from all over Greece. In particular, Alexander the Great himself often visited here.
Also in the Acropolis there is an ancient theater, which is distinguished by its unusual way of construction. The theater tribune and stage are not made of separate pieces of stone, but simply carved out of a single rock. All these most valuable buildings are combined into a common architectural ensemble, made in the traditional ancient Greek style.
True, there are later buildings on the territory of the Acropolis, for example, the castle of the Order of St. John, erected in the era of chivalry on the Acropolis. This amazingly beautiful building is distinguished by its power and asceticism, but at the same time it has a very elegant and unique appearance.
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Vintage fountains- Another important detail of the appearance of Lindos. The city has a whole network of ancient fountains, which was created during the time of the Byzantine Empire. All these ancient fountains have survived unchanged to our time and function to this day.
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Valley of the Seven Springs
Preserved to our times.
The town is located about 50 km south of the city of Rhodes, in a large bay overlooking the fishing village and the small resort of Charaki, 13 km from Lindos. Legend has it that the village was founded by one of the divine sons of the mighty Zeus the Thunderer.
Modern Lindos as a municipal district has about 4000 local residents, it includes a very small resort town (1100 inhabitants), around which there are excellent sandy beaches and the same small resort villages, including Kalatos (500 inhabitants) and Lardos (1400 residents).
Holidays in Lindos
A vacation in Lindos is somewhat reminiscent of childhood in the summer at my grandmother's - quiet, cozy cobbled streets, neat houses, carefree wandering domestic animals, and a short walk from the center of the town - an endless sandy beach, the gentle Mediterranean Sea, inviting to its penates ... In the evening Lindos comes to life - it turns into a fun, distinctive Greek resort, serving in taverns and having fun in bars and restaurants, the taste of vibrant resort life is felt everywhere ...
Tourists from Scandinavian countries, British, Germans and Austrians love to rest in Lindos.
But the east coast of Rhodes, in the center of which Lindos is located, is known not only for its excellent beaches, it is home to one of the main archaeological attractions of Rhodes - the Acropolis of Lindos and its companion - the restored temple of the goddess Athena. All these architectural values are vigilantly guarded by the state, so the ancient Greek isle of civilization, which, in fact, is Lindos today, can give an undisturbed vacation during the beach season.
Where is Lindos located
Lindos is located in the center of the east coast of Rhodes, washed by the Mediterranean Sea. Nearby, a few kilometers away, is the Prasonisi cape, where the Aegean and Mediterranean seas "kiss" and meet. ...
- latitude - 36 ° 6 ′ north latitude
- longitude - 28 ° 5'East longitude
Lindos map
Weather in Lindos
The weather in Lindos is completely dominated by the local mild Mediterranean climate in eastern Rhodes. Summer Lindos is a very warm and comfortable beach resort, the air temperature ranges from + 24 ° to + 38 ° С, thanks to the sea winds blowing through Rhodes, the heat is felt only in August, the sea water near the coast warms up to + 26 ° С.
The Mediterranean Sea, washing the coast near Lindos, is very calm and clean.
Winter Lindos is a rather humid and rainy town, but not cold at all - the air temperature remains at + 12 ° + 14 ° C.
Lindos hotels
The resort offers a wide variety of accommodation options - villas, hotels, apartments and studios. There is plenty to choose from - most of the proposals are located either in the center of the town or near it, but there are also those that are located almost on the beach.
On the one hand, it is very convenient, but on the other hand, you need transport every time to go to a nightclub or a tavern you like within the city limits in the evening.
- Lindos Blu Hotel 5 * - price from 200 euros
- Lindos Mare Hotel 5 * - price from 220 euros
- Lindia Thalassa Resort 4 * - is located on the main beach of neighboring Pefkos. Here you can combine the beach, health improvement and even recreation with children! Expensive...
- Pefkos Beach Hotel 1 * - hotel in the neighboring village of Pefki, suitable for independent recreation
- Pefkos Garden Hotel 3 * - very quiet and cozy hotel near Lindos (distance approx. 3 km), 350 m from the beach
- Lindian Myth - apartments and studios 15 minutes walk from the center and the beach, price from 60 euros / double room
- Eugenia villa and studio - located next to the small Small Beach (known as Pallas), it is convenient to stay here with the whole family and even large groups. Supermarket, bars and restaurants within a 5-minute walk
- Villa Lindos - in the very center of the city, the beach is within walking distance (300 m)
Lindos hotels
Lindos, Rhodes hotels: super discounts
Lindos has at its disposal several of the few sandy beaches on the island of Rhodes, they are always crowded with holidaymakers and often even crowded. Therefore, when planning to relax in these places, plan a car rental in advance so that you can sunbathe in quiet secluded coves.
Unfortunately, due to overcrowding, the popular sandy beaches of Rhodes, including the beach of Lindos, are dirty, there is both garbage and cigarette butts ... But in the bay you can rent one of the boats and take a sea excursion around the coast of Rhodes; glass bottom boats - for exploring the Mediterranean underwater world.
The long and rather wide golden beach of Lindos is located next to the town, on Cape Krana, in the southeastern part of the island. As entertainment on the beach of Lindos, tourists can expect a wide variety of water sports and recreation, and you can eat in one of the several taverns located right next to the beach. Around the corner of the bay there is excellent shallow water, where snorkelling fans come to dive, exploring the underwater world of Rhodes.
Another equally popular beach of Lindos is located in the heart-shaped bay of St. Paul. Heart-shaped inventor nature created an unusual sea object in the landmass of Rhodes. The water in the bay is very clean, for the convenience of sunbathers there are sun loungers, umbrellas, a nice pool, and a tavern to tame the appetite. The southern side of the bay is in the shade from 17.30 pm.
The price of renting an umbrella and two sun loungers on the beach of St. Paul's Bay is € 8.
Directly above the bay is the ancient Greek Acropolis of Lindos, which is definitely worth a look.
Acropolis of Lindos
We recommend planning your visit to the Acropolis of Lindos and the reconstructed temple of Athena Lindia towards the end of the day - at this time it is not so hot, and there are fewer visitors to the archaeological site. The reconstructed temple of Athena Lindia rises in the southern part of the Acropolis. According to Greek myths, the temple was built in the XIV century BC. Danae and his 50 daughters, when they were all forced to hide from the manifestations of jealousy of the goddess Hera.
The first ruins that travelers come across on the way of the ascent are the medieval walls, built by the crusaders at the beginning of the 14th century as fortifications. They stand on the remains of even older fortifications, erected during Byzantium and more ancient eras.
Access to the Acropolis is open daily, from March to December, the time for visits is 8.00 - 19.40, the price is 6 euros.
In order not to get tired while climbing the hill on which the archaeological monument is located, we advise you to hire a donkey to travel up the mountain, their services are offered at the entrance to Lindos.
Lindos attractions
The main attraction of Lindos is the town itself, its winding streets cunningly flowing between small traditional white Greek houses. Don't get hung up on the city center, try to get to know the most remote quarters of the town! A free map to explore Lindos can be borrowed from the town's tourist information center.
On the outskirts of Lindos there are very old houses that once belonged to wealthy sailors who went to sea on merchant ships. The buildings date back to the 1400s and are designated Captain's Houses on the map. The houses are decorated with Gothic, Moorish, Byzantine architectural elements, the floors are covered with unusual pebble mosaics. High walls encircling large courtyards around buildings.
Other, no less interesting sights of Lindos are worth noting:
1. Tomb of Kleoboulous (English Kleoboulous "s tomb) - a small building made of stone on a hill above the bay.
2. Church of the Assumption - the coolest tourist spot in Lindos. Free admission.
3. Bay of St. Paul - they say that the apostle was forced here - a storm crashed the ship on which the preacher was traveling, and therefore Paul had to spend some time in Rhodes. By the way, the bay is often used as an excellent open-air concert venue. Even the famous Pink Floyd performed here in 2007, and the musicians spent their free time on the beaches of Lindos.
If you wish, while relaxing in Lindos, you should organize a trip to the capital of the island, the city of Rhodes, visit the fun nightlife in the neighboring resort of Faliraki, or sunbathe on the neighboring beautiful beaches of Afandou ...
Lindos how to get
Nearest international Airport Diagoras, where planes arrive from all over Europe, is located near the capital of the island, the city of Rhodes, 50 km from Lindos. By taxi from the airport, the trip to Lindos costs about 75 euros.
If you use a local bus running from the capital, Rhodes, from the bus station in Rimini Square, a one-way trip will cost 5.5 euros, and it will take about 1 hour in time. In the morning, buses from Rhodes to Lindos run every half hour, in the evening - less often, about 1 time per hour.
But first you need to move from Rhodes airport to the capital. Regular city buses running from the airport to Rhodes every 20-30 minutes will take you for 2.2 euros.
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