Lindos Travel Guide

The Acropolis is reached through a series of steps, which can be ascended on donkeys.Don‘t be surprised to discover that from the outside the Acropolis does not betray its Hellenistic origins because the original complex was surrounded by a strong fortification in the Middle Ages by the Knights of St John, but inside are , propylaean ruins, the sanctuary of Athena and the Byzantine church of St John.The ruins of an ancient theatre have been discovered on the slope below the Acropolis. Besides its breath taking golden sandy beaches, its traditional houses and tavernas , the hospitality of the locals its wild  night life the  beautiful village of Lindos  with a unique cultural importance  has a wide range of monuments to display as well as a number of sites of highly important historical and cultural value making it the ideal holiday destination for those who expect a lot more from an island than just to enjoy the sun and the sea it has to offer.

Lindos resorts

Lindos tourism

Things to do in Lindos

Lindos culture

With a  cosmopolitan  air filling   the numerous  bars and restaurants ,a rich cultural and historical tradition this area  aspires everyone who decides to visit it.The island’ s rich cultural and historical background ,is obvious to everyone .Moreover do  explore   the Palace of Knights  and  enjoy a trip to the age of the Knights with the Sound and Light show in the gardens of the Palace each year from April to October.The archaeological site of Lindos extends outside and around the Acropolis and  consists of a wide range of monuments such as the theatre situated  on the southwest side of the hill, below the Temple of Athena which  held 1,800 spectators.Also Visit also The Church of the Panayia while in Lindos   which  is rhombus  , is dated  back  in 1489  when Grand Master Pierre d'Aubusson gave money for the repair of the church and the construction of a groin-vaulted vestibule for it. The grand master's escutcheon and that of the commander of the castle, Pierre d'Aymer,can be seen on the south side of the smaller bell-tower. However, the painting in the church as a whole is listed as the work of the painter Gregorios from Symi, in 1779.

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