July 22nd
So another early morning to catch a bus, to catch a ferry, to go to Rhodes for the day (and get another stamp in our passports).
Rhodes has an interesting history. Originally a greek island, a number of countries have laid claim to this piece of earth. During the Medieval period, the island was purchased by some Knights. In 1522 the Turks occupied Rhodes. They were given the boot by the Italians in 1912. Then a fellow by the name of Hitler decided he wanted it, but that was short lived and Greece was given back the island after the second world war.
There are a number of ruins here, but not as well kept as some of the sites we've seen in Turkey. What is referred to as the Old City of Rhodes is behind a stone wall with two dry moats which are in fairly good shape. Inside the walls is the Palace of the Grand Master which is in very good shape but we're told that was because a fellow by the name of Mussolini wanted a summer place here and had the Palace rebuilt in the 1943. Anyway enough history, here are the pictures
The entrance to Rhodes from the sea. It is said this is where the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world, once stood here.
One of the dry moats surrounding the city
The Palace of the Grand Master
And the Grand Master
The Street of Knights. Apparently there were about 800 Knights, most of who lived along this street.
A video from the town square.
Had a great day (again)
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