Apolakkia being one of the very small and peaceful villages of Rhodes Island is situated 92 km away from the eminent Rhodes city. 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. A myth says that its name has comes from lakos (Greek, and this means ditch.
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. A number of taverns in Apolakkia village (Rhodes Island) provide opportunity to have appetizing foods . Similarly, if you wish to have some fresh fish, then you are recommended to visit Chrisama Restaurant.
At 4 kilometers’ distance from Apolakkia towards Kattavia, this unique place offers its visitors with a relaxing meal with superb cuisines served in a friendly atmosphere. You can also enjoy yourself with one of the amazing views of the west coast. Apolakkia also offers some of the ancient sites. The village square is very easy to find, because you just have to follow the main street of the village. Here, you can visit an ancient Italian mansion. It is available in the classic Italian architectural style. This is perchance a pretty charming building 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.
You can travel a little distance from the church towards Kattavia, if you really want to discover two known places. One among them is the foundations of the Agia Irini church of the 6th century. The other place carries the relics of paleochristian place of worship dedicated to Saint Anastasia. Both these sights come into Zonara region in Rhodes Island.
Apolakkia Beach:
Apolakkia Beach commonly termed as Limni Beach, is 3500 meters in length and 35 meters in width. This prominent beach gets crowded in summer season. To access this beach, you should follow the way going down from Apolakkia in the direction of Katavia. You are also advised to follow the signs. You can have a shower along with a parking area. This place does not carry any other services.
Furthermore, the peaceful environment of Apolakkia village with its old places and lake will fill your life with memories. Therefore, among many other nice villages on Rhodes Island, Apolakkia is definitely one of the top visit places on Island Rhodes, Greece.
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