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The
traditional architectural style and decoration of the
houses in Lindos continue to impress the
visitor
Lindos town and the neighboring
villages of Kalathos,Pylona
and Lardos ,together with Laerma make up the Municipality of LINDOS
The ancient city -state of Lindos, protected by it's strong
acropolis, was a major maritime power
and experienced a significant
cultural growth. Lindos was the birthplace of the wice tyrant
Kleoboulos,and was admired for it's wealyh,beauty and strategic position.
Before reaching
Lindos you can marvel from a far at the panoramic view of
the town.The view is just wonderful from the sea,if you
should decide upon a day trip there ,departure from Rhodes
town's Madraki harbor
Traditional Lindos ,with
it's white houses,ship-owners'mansions,Byzantine,churches and cobbled
marrow lanes, lies at the foot of the rocky acropolis.
Taking
one of these marrow lanes through the town,or hiring a
donkey from the main square, you can ascend the ancient
acropolis that stands dominating the village,
surrounded by the strong walls.
On main Lindos beach or at the
bay,you can relax in the azure sea or join the water sports .
There are numerous shops,
restaurants and night -clubs catering for all visitors
Dilightful tavernas
and restaurans slightly more upmarket than the
tranditional tavernas can be found ,some serving
vegeterian specialities as well as great fish
restaurants serving fish caught that day
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