Travel Eye on Lindos (Rhodes)

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Overview:

The jewel in Rhodes' crown, Lindos is a 'National Historic Landmark' that's retained much of its authentic village atmosphere. Growth has been restricted in recent years by strict by-laws so therefore accommodation is quite limited.

The ancient fortified Acropolis which overlooks the village is one of the island's major tourist attractions and sightseers come in their droves to visit it, consequently the narrow streets below tend to get rammed with people.

Motorized traffic has been banished to the outskirts of town so locals and holidaymakers alike get about on foot.

Tourists are often advised that Lindos is at least a degree or two hotter than the rest of the island - this is not a myth and the sun can be extremely intense. Due to the hilly location it is not recommended for the less mobile.

This resort caters for upmarket clientele in the hotels and outside the village to lower-budget travellers in the village. Larger hotels cater well for families.

Most holiday accommodation in the village itself tends to be in older-style houses and is very basic, Lindos is a protected village and planning permission for new building work is rarely given, so swimming pools are nonexistent and air conditioning rare. The large hotels on Vliha Bay, on the other hand, have a varied range of modern facilities

Locality:

Lindos is in the middle of the east coast, 33 mls S of Rhodes Town, 37 mls S of the airport. Vliha, where the large hotels are situated, is 2 mls N of the actual village of Lindos. It is found clinging to a hillside below the ancient acropolis and above 2 bays, Lindos Bay to the north and St Paul's Bay to the south.

Entertainment/Facilities/Attractions/Things to:

Lindos has 2 beaches, the main one of which, on Lindos Bay, is considered by some to be the best on the island, the swimming here is safe and there is a range of water sports as well as loungers and beachfront tavernas. It can be very crowded during the summer months.

Lindos has a large selection of supermarkets and the usual tourist shops. Common items include jewellery, leather sandals and traditional-style ceramics. Vliha has some basic shops near the hotels.

During the daytime activities are mainly beach- and water-based, including water-skiing, jet-skiing, paragliding and banana boat. For the cultural types exploring the town, including the ancient acropolis, amphitheatre and the local church for its unusual frescoes. Day trips to the local Rhodes town to explore even more history.

The nightlife here offers numerous bars, either with music or satellite TV, a few disco and late-evening shopping. For a more 'wild' night out a short taxi ride to the nearby Faliraki should quench the wildside.

There are a wide variety of restaurants to suit all tastes, ranging from traditional cuisine to good-quality Italian, Mexican and Chinese. Several fast-food options selling crepes or stuffed filo pastry.