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At a distance of 92 kilometers from Rhodes city, Apolakkia is a pretty diminutive as well as a silent village in Rhodes Island. Being close to Lindos, it can be reached by following the Gennadi to Vati highway. The village seems as if it constructed inside 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.

Furthermore, the deep bluish water of the village’s beach offers swimming to the visitors. 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.

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. Apolakkia also provides the opportunity to visit some medieval places. Just after the main street of the village you will find the village square. You can see a medieval Italian manor in this area. 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.

This area also offers a petite place of worship of the post-byzantine times. It is located ahead the dam of the lake that is leading towards the neighboring village of Monolithos. In 1290, it was established by Saint George Vardas. 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. 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. You cannot find any other transportation facility from this place.

Besides this, the fresh and peaceful environment of Apolakkia village along with its amazing lake & medieval places will attract your attention. This is the reason why Apolakkia is one of the Rhodes villages that is very popular, and is visit by many tourists every year.

Rhodes Island is no doubt a heaven on earth, and if you really want to enjoy every moment of your Rhodes Holidays with full freedom, fun and entertainment, you must pay a visit to Rhodes

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