Rhodes Island

One of the southernmost islands in the Greek group of islands, Rhodes is locally known as Rodos. It is the fourth biggest island of Greece and is popular for its stunning beaches, fascinating culture and architecture with delicious food. Rhoes island offers an amazing landscape, picturesque countryside, spectacular valleys, serene villages, high-ridden castles and some of the best isolated paradisiac beaches. A melange of medieval and modern character, Rhodes consists of the fortified old town and the neoclassical, modern new town. The Old Town of Rhodes is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe's best-preserved medieval towns. It is home to stunning archaeological sites like the Venetian Castle, Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Master. Apart from being an ancient cultural site, Rhodes is Eden for adventure lovers. The islands boast some of the best hiking trails and diving trips to several shipwrecks along the coast.Home to some of the most important ancient towns in Greece, Rhodes has an impressive past with beautiful sandy beaches. The beaches here are gravel, not sand, and the island has almost 300 days of sunshine. This makes Rhodes one of Greece's most family-friendly and kid-safe summer destinations. Dining for regional cuisine, visiting ancient sites and learning about the knights of Malta is included in some of the best activities to do on Rhodes.