Apolakkia is a very small and quiet village located 92 kilometers away from Rhodes city in Rhodes Island . Being close to Lindos, it can be reached by following the Gennadi to Vati highway. The village looks like being surrounded by a ditch. According to a myth, its name has been derived from lakos (Greek) which means ditch.
Attractions:
Entry to this unique village in Rhodes Island makes you feel in a mesmerizing post card featuring various old windmills, beautifully tiles roof houses along with any quiet monasteries of the past. This magical place attracts people from around the world due to its charming Apolakkia Lake and its enchanting dam.
Additionally, this village carries a nice beach where you can enjoy swimming in the deep bluish waters. It also offers shadowy trees with entire silence and peace for your relaxation. Rhodes Island offers mouth-watering dishes in your chosen taverns at Apolakkia village. Similarly, if you wish to have some fresh fish, then you are recommended to visit Chrisama Restaurant.
This exclusive place being 4 kilometers away from Apolakkia (towards Kattavia), provides refreshing meals in a pleasant atmosphere. You can also enjoy yourself with one of the amazing views of the west coast. Some of the prehistoric places are also on offer by Apolakkia. Just after the main street of the village you will find the village square. 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.
In order to explore two famous places, you should visit Kattavia located at a small distance from the temple. One among them is the foundations of the Agia Irini church of the 6th century. The other one is the ruins of a paleochristian temple 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. This beach can be reached after following the way down from Apolakkia towards Kattavia. You are also advised to follow the signs. You can have a shower along with a parking area. There is no other transport available from this place.
Moreover, you would really enjoy the cool and calm atmosphere of the apolakkia village with its beautiful lake and prehistoric sites. Therefore, among other worth-seeing places in Rhodes Island, Apolakkia village is one of the must visit places during your vacations on Island Rhodes, Greece.
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