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Rhodes, called the island of roses, is mountainous, with beautiful beaches. On the plains, figs, wheat, and citrus fruits grow. Rhodes flourished after 408 B.C. when the ancient Doric cities of Ialissos, Lindos, and Kameros banded together. Great temples were erected, a modern code of law was instituted, and the Colossus, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, was built at the entrance to the harbor to symbolize Rhodian strength and wealth. In 1291, the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem took refuge o Rhodes and reigned for two centuries. The street of the Knights, from the 15th and 16th centuries, leads to the Palace of the Grand Masters, not far from the port, and in an area of easy walking and nearby shops and sidewalk cafes. An excursion to Lindos is recommended, at least for those who have never visited Mykonos or Ibiza, since this city of whitewashed houses, narrow sidewalks, and small shops is reminiscent of those other two charming islands. A climb to see the temple on top of the hill at Lindos offers a view of the sea, the beaches, and the surrounding area. |
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