great Colossus of Rhodes which once
stood here. To this day, Rhodes remains a
bustling port and pleasant seaside resort.
remains that date to the Classical Greek
period, including this theatre.
Rhodes was the main stronghold of the
crusading Knights of Saint John. The
walls which surround the old city were
very strongly built and remain an
impressive sight to behold.
typical of popular Orthodox devotion. Saint
Nicholas, who was from nearby Myra, is
one of the most popular saints in Greece.