Kalathos Beach at Lindos
Exploring Rhodes Sailing Holidays area
At a short distance from the village of Kalathos it is situated the 4- kilometers long sandy beach with the same name. The beach is found at a distance of some 4 kilometers northern to Lindos and some 44-45 kilometers southern to the town of Rhodes. According to archaeologists, the village of Kalathos is related to the ancient demos of Klassioi, which was located in the area. Among the ruins of the church of Aghios Ioannis, archaeologists have found architectural parts belonging to an ancient oil-press. There have also been discovered finds dated in the Roman period, among which an altar. Once in the area, it is worth seeing the tiny church dedicated to Virgin Mary, hewn in the rock and going back to the 12 th century. Accommodation, food and drink and amusement facilities are available both at the beach and in the village of Kalathos. A cantina, some taverns and a supermarket are available at the beach for a coffee, a meal or other supplies. The beach has nice fine sand and fine pebbles in parts and it is partly organized. Some parts offer facilities for swimming, sunbathing (sun beds and umbrellas) and sea sport facilities, whereas there are more natural
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2 beaches very close to Lindos. On the first beach you can find deck-chairs and cantinas and on the second one you get peace and quiet.
The sandy beach in Vlycha Bay is situated at a distance of some 3 kilometers far from Lindos at the Northwest and some 47 kilometers southern to the town of Rhodes. As Vlycha is very close to Lindos, you have at your disposal all the facilities available in the settlement.
The beach of Lindos is found, just below the acropolis, at a distance of a few hundred meters far from the settlement and some 50 kilometers southern to the town of Rhodes. Being that close to Lindos, a wide range of accommodation, shopping and amusement facilities are offered to the tourist.
The Charaki is a nice surprise for those who discover it, in a very quiet atmosphere, clearly limpid waters suitable for exploration of bottom with mask, small fishing boats moored in the harbor, fresh fish taverns and above all the imposing castle Feraklou - old base for pirates, that became the first fortress of Rhodes after its conquest by the Knights. The beach Charaki will offer a family environment, ideal for those who travel with young family members.
Massari beach is situated in Municipality of Archangelos 37 km from Rhodes town next to Charaki. The beach has a few umbrellas.
