Polo - Marco Polo Rhodes

Antiquity, Middle Ages and the present day rolled harmoniously into one

The beautiful Aphrodite and many other art treasures in the former hospital of the Knights of St John in Rhodes Town

Monumental architecture and fine antique mosaics in Rhodes Town

Yachts and excursion boats moor against the historical backdrop of one of the most beautiful harbours in the Aegean

A market hall straight out of One Thousand and One Nights, with lots of cafs on the harbour and tavernas in the sheltered inner courtyard

Marvel at French-style Gothic architecture in Rhodes Old Town

Mountain by the sea with panoramic views and a long history

The most unusual bathing spot on the island is a mixture of fjord, palm grove and neo Moorish architecture

Medieval fortress of the Knights of St John and ancient shrine to Athena on a rock high above the most beautiful village on the island: the journey up by donkey is a great experience, not only for children

Entirely covered with frescos, the interior of St Marys Church in Lndos contains a portrait of St Christopher with a dogs head

An idyllic village and a church full of frescos just right for an overnight stop

A stream flows through the lush vegetation of Butterfly Valley, and swarms of butterflies and tasty spaghetti attract visitors

The interesting ruins of an ancient city and a fabulous view across the green countryside to the blue sea beyond

Great fun, not just for the little ones, in Greeces largest aquatic park

The islands most important parish fair lasts ten days

When they want to listen and dance to good Greek music with their friends, many Rhodians go to the small Caf Chantant in the Old Town for the live traditional rembtiko music

Modern Orthodox Christians usually find it embarrassing that their ancestors sometimes portrayed famous saints with a dogs head instead of a mans. Thats why many local guides fail to mention the representation of St Christopher in St Marys Church in Lndos

Terrace restaurant Mandala, tucked away in Rhodes Old Town, is a sophisticated hot spot. With fusion cusine, classy music, its popular with all age groups

The Cava dOro in Rhodes Town offers comfortable, modern rooms in an over 700-year-old house by the city walls

Colours, aromas, fabrics, plants and music enthrall guests at the boutique hotel Via-Via in Rhodes Old Town despite its unassuming exterior

Strangers hardly ever venture out to the two pebble beaches at Cape Forni below Monlithos

If youre new to scuba diving, the Vasila will take you to Rhodes dive sites for a first taste of an oxygen mask and the undersea world 56 m below the surface

Not only can you enjoy the rural tranquillity of a stay at the Artemda House near Psnthos, but you can also savour excellent Rhodian specialities. The delicious dessert, made to a secret recipe and served at no extra cost, is reason enough for a visit

Fvos Riding Center near Falirki offers guided half-day excursions for experienced riders. The twilight rides are also suitable for beginners

In summer, the sea off Kremast is whipped up by strong winds, making this an ideal place for kite surfing

In the mountain village of Larma, the Ingo taverna serves up probably the best veggie burgers on the island