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Apolakkia Village A place worth-seeing on Rhodes
By CruiseDirector | February 27, 2010
At a distance of 92 kilometers from Rhodes city, Apolakkia is a pretty diminutive as well as a silent village in Rhodes Island. Being close to Lindos, it can be reached by following the Gennadi to Vati highway. The village seems like if it is developed inside a ditch. If you believe a myth, then the name means ditch for the Greek word lakos.
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.
Apart from this, the beach of the village offers swimming activities into the deep blue waters. It also offers shadowy trees with entire silence and peace for your relaxation. The village of Apolakkia in Rhodes Island offers tasty meals in various inns. Similarly, if you wish to have some fresh fish, then you are recommended to visit Chrisama Restaurant.
Food lovers who wish to eat in a friendly environment are recommended to visit this place 4 kilometers beyond Apolakkia en route for Kattavia. You can also enjoy yourself with one of the amazing views of the west coast. Some of the prehistoric places are also on offer by Apolakkia. If you are looking for the village square walk beside the main street, and you are there. You can also enjoy visiting a prehistoric Italian mansion here. 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.
Besides all this, you can also enjoy visiting a petite post-Byzantine temple. It is located ahead the dam of the lake that is leading towards the neighboring village of Monolithos. It was constructed by Saint George Vardas in 1290. You can amuse yourself with a beautiful scene of Fournoi beach from this temple.
In order to explore two famous places, you should visit Kattavia located at a small distance from the temple. One among them is the foundations of the Agia Irini church of the 6th century. The other one is the ruins of a paleochristian temple 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. This beach can be reached after following the way down from Apolakkia towards Kattavia. You are also advised to follow the signs. You can have a shower along with a parking area. No other services are available here.
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.
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