The intriguing Greek island of Rhodes brims with history and the Rhodes hotels are your guide to getting to the areas that interest you the most. With so much to see and investigate, you might find yourself spinning your wheels and not accomplishing as much as you would like during the precious time you have to spend on your vacation. Begin with the concierge (or owner, if staying in one of the smaller Rhodes hotels,) and let your particular areas of interest be known.

If you are fascinated by all things ancient, there is much to see. No doubt you have heard of "The Colossus of Rhodes." At the entrance to the port you will see two columns bearing the image of two deer. These columns mark the area the Colossus is thought to have stood. The staff of Rhodes hotels will inform you of the best way to view this site as well as the Acropolis of ancient Rhodes and the Acropolis at Lindos. If archaeology interests you, do not miss the chance to visit the Rhodes Archaeological Museum and the archaeological site of ancient Kamiros.

Rhodes hotels are your source of information and guidance to exploring the "Old Town" which is the medieval Town of Rhodes. It is the largest active medieval town in all of Europe. The Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Masters is not to be missed. If this time in history thrills you, you need to know that there are Rhodes hotels within the medieval area. You may even be able to stay in a hotel housed within one of the original medieval buildings! Rhodes hotels are your source of information for all the special activities associated with this treasure including the annual Medieval Rose Festival. (Rhodes is known as the "Rose of the Aegean.")

Let the Rhodes hotels provide you guidance to make the most of your exploration into the fascinating history of this beautiful, ancient island.

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