The Symbol of Rhodes.Facts about the legend of Collosus......

Colossus of Rhodes - A Myth Or Reality?

By Frank Jaeger


In order to make your vacations ideal, extraordinary places are also of key importance to visit. The significant Colossus of Rhodes is just one out of many monuments in Rhodes which is located in the medieval town of Rhodes. It was an enormous statue of the god Helios and is also known as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Rhodes Holidays provides you with a privilege to see one of the wonders of the world.
The facts below would give you a superior thought to wrap up the myth associated with the Colossus of Rhodes while on your Rhodes Holidays.
History and People Associated with the Colossus of Rhodes
The history of the Colossus of Rhodes takes us back to the era of Alexander the great, who died at an early age in 323BC. His early and untimely death gave him no time to name his successor and eventually resulted in a fight among his generals. Three of his generals ultimately ended up dividing his empire in the Mediterranean area.
Ptolemaic Egypt formed an alliance with Rhodes. Since then they took control over most of the eastern Mediterranean trade. Antigonus I Monophthalmus, one of the most important generals of Alexander was upset with the progress of Rhodes and its alliance. So in 305BC, his son Demetrius who was also a general invaded Rhodes with a huge army of 40,000 men but the city was well defended.
The statue of Colossus was built to celebrate their great victory against Demetrius men. Historic places, statues and monuments constructed in reference with a war attract a lot of tourists and that's why Rhodes Holidays are famous among tourists all over the world.
Construction of the Colossus of Rhodes
The excitement of Rhodes Holidays gets even more when people get to know about the construction of this mighty statue which was supposed to be a daunting task. The statue was built by Chares who was a native of Rhodes. Chares was well known for his involvement in previous large scale statues constructed. His teacher who was a famous sculptor also constructed a 60-feet high statue of Zeus. The Colossus of Rhodes was built in 292BC.
The purpose of the construction of the Colossus of Rhodes was to celebrate the victory in war against Demetrius's army. The Rhodians defended their homeland and the army of Demetrius was retreated as a result of that war. People of Rhodes sold all the equipment left by Demetrius in order to bear the construction expenses of Colossus.
The material used for construction of the statue included several stone columns and towers of blocks. The statue stood over a 50-metre high white marble pedestal. Irons beams and bronze plates were also used in the construction of the statue. The statue itself was over 30 meters high - one of the tallest statues of the ancient world. It took 12-years to complete this mighty statue.
Destruction of the Colossus of Rhodes
The Colossus of Rhodes remained intact for 56-years only before it was brought down by a severe earthquake in 224BC. The earthquake broke it up and for about 800years the remains were left where it fell. It is said that in 654 AD, the Arab force under Muslim Caliph Muawiyah captured Rhodes and sold the relics of Colossus of Rhodes to a Jewish merchant.
In 1989, media claimed to discover the foundation-stones for the Colossus. However this claim has proved to be false. The Colossus of Rhodes does not exist anymore; but the Rhodes Holidays ideas struck to most tourists just to see the ruins of this terrific Wonder of the World.
Is Colossus of Rhodes a Myth or a Reality?
Many people ask if there was truly a Colossus of this size or it is just a false story. This is mainly because of several views concerning the size and locality of the Colossus of Rhodes.
The actual size known of the Colossus of Rhodes was over 30 meters in height. It was positioned on both sides of the famous Mandraki Harbor where ships used to pass between its legs. Many old images confirm the statue spanning the harbor and ships passing under it. On the contrary, some people are of the opinion that the colossus existed in the Temple of Helios area.
If you want to enjoy, relax or sightseeing, Rhodes Holidays is the best option. Several excellent Hotels in Rhodes are looking to be your host during your stay.

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Summer season soon ends in Rhodes.14 nights in the island can last all year!!

The summer season in Rhodes for 2011 was one of the the best seasons and far beyond of the expectations for many business owners related to tourism like hotels,enertainment businesses,restaurants and generally the market was full of holiday makers doing the holidays on the island of Rhodes.It is estimated that over 30 per cent more arrivals and overbooking was made for this beautiful summer in the emerald island of Rhodes and it makes this destination a must tourist destination for the next season too.Hopefully, holiday makers who enjoyed their vacations during the stay on the island will come again and probably will reconsider the durance or period of accommodation from one week to two weeks or 14 nights at least.It would be wise for them to make a plan and organize months before the decision about coming to the island and search for smart offers, that mean great value for their pocket and guaranteed quality on vacations in Rhodes.Do not rush or make a quick decision and spend more money than needed to do a smart choice about the flights,hotel and any other package included,so as a suggestion about holiday packages click here.
Nowdays, it is said or referred that autumn begins at September and lasts 3 months but tourists or we do not consider it like autumn, as it is obvious that summer season lasts until the end of October and there is an extra extension a few days in November.The weather is hot,the sky sunny and the sea is warmer than ever during September to November so there is no doubt that Rhodes is at its best for these months and the most important is that flight companies and hotels make better offers as this period is called low season.After November there is a decrease on the arrivals due to the ending summer season and as for that, flight charters stop making flights from European countries with one straight flight to Rhodes.It is then domestic flights as an option to have access to Rhodes with one stop to Athens or KLM corporation which announced a strategic co-operation with Olympic Airlines and will give a flexible ticket to use for having  a ticket access to Rhodes as well.
About a visit in Rhodes after summer season and the answer to the question if it is worthy coming to the island, the answer is absolutely a big YES!!Rhodes is the island of the sun and it is well known and very popular for its natural places,villages and hospitality.The sea and the sun are the temptation during the summer season and I wrote an article about it on "Review"  how tourists can be full absorbed and not have the time or energy to explore the island and enjoy the beauties around.So relatives or friends observe this missing point when they share photos and probably want to see beautiful moments and pictures taken around the Rhodes island and get more impressed.The main  factor is the period or durance of the vacations,as they don't have right to blame themselves when asked what photos they have to show about natural places around the island and surprisingly end up with no photos to show or make an album.So the factor about being in Rhodes only one full week, challenges them to come with this missing point and not get the full advantage to explore the island of Rhodes and two full weeks or 14 nights at least, would be an ideal option to enjoy the sea,the sun and the magic natural places here.So as a conclusion to this,Rhodes is an ideal destination all the year and hotels which are opened offers all the amenities needed to have an enjoyable accommodation and most important tourists who couldn't enjoy the beauties on its maximum level have to make a  decision to set up one more visit after summer season and explore the island.Enjoy the vacations wherever in the world you are and visit Rhodes one time in your life at least!!
An extra bonus is a  nice video about the nature of Rhodes.Enjoy the tour....

Plan a trip to South of Rhodes.For those who are admirers of nature and enjoy the 14 nights vacations.

                           

Top Beaches to Visit in the South of Rhodes

By Frank Jaeger


In order to make your upcoming holidays an unforgettable part of your memory, Rhodes Island provides some of the great Rhodes holidays ideas. The South of Rhodes Island offers many beautiful sites and eye catching sceneries to make you enjoy the best Rhodes holidays. Do not forget to plan a trip to South of Rhodes and have a great time by enjoying the vista of Mother Nature during your next Rhodes holidays.
You can enjoy Rhodes holidays  in some of the best beaches of Rhodes which offer great atmosphere for those who are admirers of nature.
Kiotari Beach
Generally, Kiotari is a contemporary tourist destination with a beautiful land stretched for its sandy beach. Your Rhodes holidays with your family, couples or children will be more enjoyable due to its peaceful sea here. You can also enjoy taking pleasures of swimming at this wonderful beach. Similarly, you can have sun bath at its neat and clean water, enjoy walk on the golden sands and being served traditional dishes at restaurants.
Gennadi Beach
This beach is primarily known for its beautiful sands and petite rocks that can be seen everywhere inside and outside the beach. You can enjoy your parties on the island with full emancipation of everything. Moreover, this beach carries different interesting activities for your entertainment. One side of the beach is quiet and peaceful and the other one is quite intense. Hence, your Summer Rhodes Holidays will be a great fun and entertainment here.
Aghios Paylos Beach
The beach of Aghios Pavlos owns wet sand where you may have the difficultly to walk on. You will find this beach often deserted along with cedars. It is hence an ideal place for those who wish to seek some time in loneliness. Similarly, you can enjoy watching cypress trees and an ancient Italian Monastery. To access this beach, you are suggested to follow the dirt track among cypress trees which is in the opposite direction of the 'Italian Monastery;' known for its beautiful bell & clock tower.
Prasonisi Beach
You can find this amazing beach at the southernmost end of the island. It is a wavy beach from the right and windless from the left side. You will find a large number of surfers on this beach. There is a sandy land bridge on both of its sides that connects Prasonisi with Rhodes where you can find small bays.
The sea shows a dazzling and amazing look that reflects an outstanding beauty of the land. This is amazing for the surfers who come to the Prasonisi beach and enjoy great windsurfing activities during the months of July and August.
Fourni Beach
The Fourni beach will make you rejoice and lavish your trip if you are a lover of nature's beauty. There are many experiences that you will come across over here on the beach which will make your trip memorable on the Island of Rhodes. You will enjoy watching the endangered turtles (Caretta caretta) and enjoying at the wild bays and boat like rock situated along the beach.
Enjoy your Next Rhodes Holidays, on the Island Rhodes. Plan a trip in summers and find reservations in one of the top Hotels, Rhodes.

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Explore and enjoy the beauties of Kalithea during your Vacations to Rhodes.

Enjoy Water Activities at Kalithea Spa During Rhodes Holidays

By Frank Jaeger


Rhodes is the largest island in Dodecanese group and it is the third largest island in Greece. The island lies in the North of Aegean Sea and close to the Asia Minor coast. The island is famous for its ancient culture, hospitable people, great sights, refreshing natural beauty and for all its well developed and maintained tourist attractions.
Rhodes Holidays:
People visit Rhodes Island all around the year to spend memorable vacations here. For Rhodes Holidays you can find a variety of attractions and activities on the island. The island has something for everyone.
Water sports are something every tourist loves Rhodes Holidays for. Not only tourist but many Olympic players and professionals come here all year round for practicing water sports.
There are many locations in Rhodes for water activities and one of them is the Kalithea SPA.
Kalithea SPA:
Situated on the eastern Mediterranean coast of the Rhodes Island, Kalithea SPA is approximately 30 kilometres away from Lindos.
The Kalithea SPA stands as a contemporarily designed recreational area that also houses a number of impressive Italian architectures. The place is a must visit attraction for all tourists coming to Rhodes for their holidays.
If you are planning to visit Kalithea SPA during your holidays to Rhodes, one of the best Rhodes Holidays ideas is to take part in water activities.
Water Activities at Kalithea SPA:
The Bay of Kalithea provides the visitors with an excellent place to take a refreshing dip in the clear, cool blue waters. The cove is one of the best places on the island for scuba diving and snorkelling in addition to providing a picturesque place to spend Rhodes Holidays.
A popular water activity at Kalithea SPA is scuba diving. You can discover the marine life and underwater world by taking lessons of scuba diving at the bay. Scuba diving is an exciting activity here if you want to discover the underwater life and sub aqua caves.
For all those who've wanted to opt for a scuba dive, this may be just the right opportunity. The skilled and highly professional instructors at the bay are always around to help the visitors and guests with the ultimate experience of scuba diving.
One can carelessly plunge into the crystal clear waters and avail a chance to visit the wonderful marine environment in the exclusively arranged sessions conducted in the sea.
The serene bay of Kalithea SPA offer an amazing and unique aqua experience setting as there are many ancient SPA baths here. For tourists and visitors that come for Rhodes holidays, the bay has all the necessary safety and leisure arrangements. There are trained diving instructors on the beach to facilitate you.
Snorkelling is a favourite activity of many tourists that come here. From beginners to professionals and experts, all come here to learn and enjoy snorkelling at the Kalithea SPA.
Whether you come to Rhodes for a few days or a few weeks, the place is an absolute must for all water sports lovers during Rhodes Holidays. With a variety of attractions to offers, the island would not fail to delight and satisfy you.
For a complete vacation experience at Island Rhodes, you should try staying at one of the all inclusive Hotels Rhodes for Rhodes Holidays

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Read this e-book.It will make you decide to stay in Rhodes 14 nights at least!!

It is amazing how an E-book can open your eyes and have a better picture of how you could plan and organize your holidays in Rhodes island.So,I decided to attach a file on which you can just browse or use the buttons and automatically have access to a step by step guide about Rhodes island.The information you get is absolutely a treasure for your decision to spend your vacations in Rhodes and consider a crucial factor.This factor is the durance of your stay on the island and one is for sure,that just a decision to stay only one week will not be enough to enjoy the beauties of this beautiful place.

So,there is nothing better about coming and stay in Rhodes island more than one week or 14 nights at least.Based on what you read on this E-book, there will be time for organizing  your trip and set plans about visits at villages,enjoy dozens of pristine beaches,learn about history and spend time about sightseeing around the island.The map of the island is very easy to use, as there is full description and directrions followed each time and soon you will find out why Rhodes is so unique by its nature,geology and subtropical climate with dry and very hot season from June to September and mild climate for the rest of  the months,with rainy seasons but most importantly 300 days full of sun at least.There's no doubt, why Rhodes is the ideal place to come and live when the situations allow tourist with finacial freedeom or retired couples to choose Rhodes for living..As a comclusion of this E-book offered,consider why you come to Rhodes and reconsider the idea about coming to Rhodes and stay 14 nights at least!!!

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A smart choice for your 14 nights in Rhodes is Blue Sky Hotel in the city.

Blue Sky Beach Resort is one of the best spots to stay in Rhodes when coming to Rhodes and decide to extend your holidays from one week to 14 nights at least.It is just in the center and in the heart of the tourist nightlife in Rhodes and only one minute walking you have access to the closest beach with a variety of restaurants,snack bars,super markets and many options about rental cars and motorbikes.The hotel has the best standards and comforts to offer you the maximum satisfaction while staying there and guarantees you an enjoyable accommodation especially when you have chosen to stay 14 nights at least.All the rooms have balconies and the view you have is spectacular.There is nothing better to have a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy the sunset from your comforts with the best view on it.So visit the following link to get more information about this excellent Hotel to stay and make a decision to stay 14 nights at least.
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14 nights in Rhodes and visit Soroni village.....

Rhodes Holidays Ideas Visiting Soroni Village & the Chapel of Agios Soulas

Author: Frank Jaeger

Island Rhodes is a land full of natural beauty and enchanting places, where one can enjoy great Rhodes holidays ideas. Every year thousands of visitors visit this place to enjoy the pleasures of summer Rhodes holidays. The beautiful Island of Rhodes offer so much to make you enjoy best Rhodes holidays during your tour, where you can amuse yourself with lots of exciting activities.

Location of Soroni:

Island Rhodes is a land of many tourist attractions that catches eyes of everyone who visits this place. Apart from other places of attractions, you can visit Soroni, a beautiful tourist resort for your Rhodes holidays, located at a distance of about 24 kilometers from the Rhodes city.

Being capital of the Kamiros' municipality, it is a small village on the northwestern shore of Rhodes island.

Chapel of Agios Soulas:

Just a three kilometers' drive across the pinewoods would lead you to the small church of Aghios Soulas. It is a chapel having a tavern, extensive grounds and a play area.

One of the famous religious festivals of Rhodes Island is often held at the Chapel Aghios Soulas every year on the Chapels Saints Day (29th and 30th of July). This is reason why it gets crowded especially on the Chapel's Saints Day. You can avail athletic activities, donkey and horse races in the afternoon at a simple stadium which is quite unique on Rhodes Island.

How to Access the Chapel of Agios Soulas?

Those willing to participate in this festival can avail special bus services that depart from the New Market in Rhodes Town. The name for the monastery has been derived from Syllas, who was the follower as well as the student of Paulus – the Apostole. It is estimated that it was established in the early Christian era and has been renovated from 1836 to date. According to a medieval mythology, the water oozing out from inside the cave of the monastery has therapeutic qualities.

Restaurants, Villages and Sightseeing in the Area: Apart from its few shops, Soroni offers a range of taverns with its small beach –totally natural beach and a superb place to relax. It has a fertile land where you can avail cultivated citrus gloves, vineyards, olive trees and few other agricultural items.

You will find a number of restaurants such as the popular Greek Taverna Helena in the region where you can have delicious cuisines with their traditional taste during next Rhodes holidays. Similarly, there are a variety of villages and sightseeing option available for the tourists visiting this place for Rhodes holidays 2011 from around the world, which includes Theologos, Fanes and Kalavarda.

You satisfaction is guaranteed in this unique Greek region, where you can avail many picnic spots, amazing activities of various sorts, natural beauties and hidden places of ancient times so that you can make your trip perfect. Additionally, it is a seducing place with amazing environment so that you can enjoy your life and make one of the best Rhodes holidays on this island. In order to enjoy memorable holidays of your life you must pay a visit to Rhodes Island, Greece at least once in your lifetime.
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Your Rhodes Holidays will be outstanding on Island Rhodes if you stay at one of the luxurious Hotels in Rhodes and enjoy its various facilities and quick services.