Apolakkia – Rhodes A Must See Place worth-seeing in Island Rhodes, Greece
Mar 9th, 2010 by beauty writer
Apolakkia being one of the very small and peaceful villages of Rhodes Island is situated 92 km away from the eminent Rhodes city. Being close to Lindos, it can be reached by following the Gennadi to Vati highway. It seems that the village has been established under a ditch. A myth says that its name has comes from lakos (Greek, and this means ditch.
Attractions:
On your entrance to this village on Rhodes Island, you would feel like stepping into an astounding old post-card, which comprises of petite long-established houses having tile-roofs, medieval windmills and silent monasteries. This magical place attracts people from around the world due to its charming Apolakkia Lake and its enchanting dam.
Besides this, the village’s beach provides tourists with the opportunity to swim under the deep waters of blue color. It also offers shadowy trees with entire silence and peace for your relaxation. A number of taverns in Apolakkia village (Rhodes Island) provide opportunity to have appetizing foods . Similarly, if you wish to have some fresh fish, then you are recommended to visit Chrisama Restaurant.
At 4 kilometers’ distance from Apolakkia towards Kattavia, this unique place offers its visitors with a relaxing meal with superb cuisines served in a friendly atmosphere. You can also enjoy yourself with one of the amazing views of the west coast. Apolakkia also offers some of the ancient sites. The village square is very easy to find, because you just have to follow the main street of the village. Here, you can visit an ancient Italian mansion. It is available in the classic Italian architectural style. Probably, it is among one of the most attractive buildings in Rhodes Island. Today, it is being used as a Cultural Centre.
You can also visit a small post-Byzantine place of worship in this area. It is located ahead the dam of the lake that is leading towards the neighboring village of Monolithos. In 1290, Saint George Vardas built this temple. You can amuse yourself with a beautiful scene of Fournoi beach from this temple.
You can travel a little distance from the church towards Kattavia, if you really want to discover two known places. One among them is the foundations of the Agia Irini church of the 6th century. You can find remnants of paleochristian temple at another place that was dedicated to Saint Anastasia . Both these sights come into Zonara region in Rhodes Island.
Apolakkia Beach:
With 3500 meters of height, Apolakkia or Limni beach has a width of 35 meters. This prominent beach gets crowded in summer season. To access this beach, you should follow the way going down from Apolakkia in the direction of Katavia. You are also advised to follow the signs. You can have a shower along with a parking area. This place does not carry any other services.
Furthermore, the peaceful environment of Apolakkia village with its old places and lake will fill your life with memories. There are many villages on Rhodes Island that get visit by thousands of tourist every year due to their holidays on Rhodes Island, and Apolakkia is on the top of this list every year.
Rhodes Island offers a heavenly environment with delicious cuisines, luxury accommodations, freedom of fun & entertainment and a lot more. Visit Rhodes to avail all these facilities at one place at your next Rhodes Holidays
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