“A perfectly preserved 14th-century Gothic stronghold built by the Knights Hospitaller; enclosed by four kilometres of sun-bleached sandstone walls and a massive dry moat; the Street of the Knights preserves the exact heraldic shields of the various tongues; walk the cobblestones after a midnight rain when the yellow lamps reflect off the wet basalt; the sound of heavy iron latches closing echoes through the vaulted alleyways.”
About Medieval City of Rhodes
A perfectly preserved 14th-century Gothic stronghold built by the Knights Hospitaller; enclosed by four kilometres of sun-bleached sandstone walls and a massive dry moat; the Street of the Knights preserves the exact heraldic shields of the various tongues; walk the cobblestones after a midnight rain when the yellow lamps reflect off the wet basalt; the sound of heavy iron latches closing echoes through the vaulted alleyways.
Why Visit
Medieval City of Rhodes is one of Greece's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
✦ Insider Tips
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Book tickets for Medieval City of Rhodes in advance to skip long queues.
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Hire a local guide to unlock the stories behind every corner.
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Spend extra time in the least-visited sections — they're often the most rewarding.
