Information about Old Town – Old Town Rhodes

The Medieval Town of Rhodes now has constructed routes that are accessible and friendly for people with disabilities.

GrandMaster — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 15:54:33 +0000

Last updated on January 20th, 2024 at 03:48 pm

Rhodes Old Town’s Free Parking and Free Transfer Routes in the Medieval City

GrandMaster — Thu, 19 May 2022 11:12:27 +0000

On Sunday, August 29, the big celebration of theater begins on the island of Rhodes with the 2nd International Rhodes Theater Festival QuintaTheatreFest hosting theater groups from around the world with proposals in various types of theater.

International Theater Festival of Rhodes!

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Jazz Festival: International Artists, Beautiful Landscapes

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Last updated on June 29th, 2023 at 07:58 am

Rhodes International Jazz Festival

An international jazz festival at a stunning location inside the medieval castle of the island of Rhodes.The Festival has hosted important Greek and international artists under Dimitri Vassilakis artistic direction.Has presented themes like the women’ s role and voice in jazz, jazz democracy, jazz and artificial intelligence, jazz and poetry.

The festival has collaborated with the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and Georgia Institute off Technology in Atlanta, and has received the auspices of the Greek Ministry of Tourism, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Culture and Sports.

The festival’s philosophy and goal is to make cultural bridges with international jazz festivals, artists, forums, and educational institutions, including an important new collaboration with Bodrum Jazz Festival in Turkey and also to promote young Greek jazz musicians and local talent from Rhodes and the South Aegean.

THE FESTIVAL

THE RHODES INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE PALACE OF THE KNIGHTS FROM AUGUST 30TH AND 31ST.

Message from the organization.

Jazz democracy, peace, creativity, originality, communication, dialogue between musicians and cultures” is the message from founder and artistic director Dimitri Vassilakis who since 2018 expanded the initial Rhodes Jazz Festival during the years 2015/2016 that he was the artistic director and co organizer.

YOU ARE WHAT YOU LISTEN TO

Founder – Artistic Director: Dimitri Vassilakis internationally acclaimed award winning Greek saxophonist, composer, educator and researcher.

Vice President Jazz Democracy, Administration, Communication: Elena Michailou

Festival’s Official Website: https://www.rhodes-international-jazz-festival.com/

Castle of Monolithos: The Rock That Hides a Fort

GrandMaster — Thu, 19 Aug 2021 09:40:34 +0000

Last updated on July 14th, 2023 at 09:51 am

Castle of Monolithos,The steps were created by the people who came before you.”

The village of Monolithos is 73km from Rhodes. It is a touristic and picturesque village which took its name from the big rock, a monolith, hanging above it. On the top of the rock there is a castle that has been inhabited by people since antiquity. The castle had three entrances: one on the east side for supplies; one on the west side which served as an exit and entrance point for troops; another on south-west corner accessible only through stairs carved into rock.

Castle of Monolithos : memories from the past

The steps were created by the people who came before you. So they’re quite slippery and not steep at all, but that’s part of what makes them so special. Hundreds or even thousands have left small piles of rocks on these stairs as a reminder to themselves when climbing up—a memento from their time there; an homage to those with whom this sacred ground has connected them in life-changing ways.

In the past, there was a watchtower on this rock. Then, during Byzantine times in the 15th century AD (CE), it became home to knights from The Order of Saint John. These brave men rebuilt their castle hereafter they obtained control over Rhodes it’s been an important stronghold ever since!

The reconstruction was done around 1476, when Grand Master of the Order was D’ Aubusson (1476-1503). His shield is carved above the gate to show that he oversaw this project. It used to be one of four strongest castles in Rhodes during Ioannite period.

There is not much information on what happened to the castle after its construction, but it was clear that Turks gained control of Rhodes in 1522. The Knights left and since piracy no longer posed a threat by 17th century time had passed so slowly that this once mighty structure has been abandoned or forgotten about entirely.

At the village you must discover the very nice traditional taverns that offers you high-quality local delicacies.

Tip: The owner of the “Old Monolithos” is one of the two or three people on the island that knows how to gather the delicious local mushrooms of Rhodes! He can tell you a lot of information about that!

Monolithos Tours

There are 2 very good tours including Monolithos that we present you below.

The first is going to take you to the highest peak of Rhodes, Akramitis mountain and you will begin and end from Monolithos. Starts from 73 euros per person and provides pickup from your hotel! Click here to see more details of the excursion through GetYourGuide.

The second tour including Monolithos, will travel you for 6 days assuming of giving you the best of Rhodes on a 4 hike and 1 sea kayaking tour. Explore this beautiful country side, conquering mountains along with exploring all that is non touristy about their island! Its about 135 euros per day and comes with a free cancellation from GetYourGuide.