Ταξιδιωτικός οδηγός του/της Giota
Holidays in Kritinia
I feel quite lucky to live in this island and extremely proud of my origins from this small village.
There are various places that I enjoy with my friends and family and I would be happy to introduce those to you.
Kritina is one of the most beautiful villages of Rhodes, built on a hill and has a panoramic view overlooking the surrounding forests, the sea and the medieval castle, thanks to which it has gained a great reputation and tourist interest.
Except for the castle, in the village you can see the folklore museum and visit the chapel of Agios Ioannis with 16th-century frescoes. You can also visit the monastery of Amartos (unpaved road- rewarding view) which is outside the village at a distance of 4 km. In the village square you can enjoy the view, drink your coffee or taste a delicious souvlaki.
Kritina is the village of Althaemenis. In Greek mythology, Katreas was one of the four sons that King Minoas (King of Crete) and Pasiphay had. Katreas succeeded his father as King of Crete.
However, an oracle tortured him. The oracle said he would die from the hand of one of his children (Aeropi, Klymeni, Apimosini and Althaemenis). He did not reveal this oracle to his children, however Altheimenis was informed of that, so on his own decision he left Crete and settled in Rhodes, where he founded the city of Kritinia (New Crete).
Historical studies say that during Ottoman occupation, a group of families from Crete abandoned the island and settled in Kritinia and later in the villages of Emponas and Mandriko were founded. The dialect that is spoken in these villages, their traditional costumes, their music, their dances and their last names are similar to Cretans’ and seems to reveal their Cretan origins.
The route up there is fantastic and it is easily accessible by car. The imposing castle, built in a distinctive strategic position, is surrounded by trees and the location is ideal to enjoy a wonderful sunset and take beautiful pictures.
Beyond the outer wall, there is no special interest in it, but the view to the sea and island Chalki is unique!
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Kritinian linna
15 Epar.Od. Ialisou-KataviasThe route up there is fantastic and it is easily accessible by car. The imposing castle, built in a distinctive strategic position, is surrounded by trees and the location is ideal to enjoy a wonderful sunset and take beautiful pictures.
Beyond the outer wall, there is no special interest in it, but the view to the sea and island Chalki is unique!
Free entrance. You can see over the exhibition of everyday objects of local in the previous century.
A nice place to have a drink and enjoy the view.
Λαογραφικό μουσείο Κρητηνίας - Kritinia's popular art museum
Free entrance. You can see over the exhibition of everyday objects of local in the previous century.
A nice place to have a drink and enjoy the view.
Amartos is located on the western road of the island on the main road from Kritinia to Siana, between mountains and valleys stands the Holy Monastery dating from the Middle Ages. Its name was probably taken from a French nobleman Amarto who had a tower there and still exists in semi-ruined condition. Near the steep hill there is a small cave,the Agiopetra, where the miraculous icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary was found. Holy water drips from a rock. It is miraculous for mental and physical illnesses.
Cave of Amartos
Amartos is located on the western road of the island on the main road from Kritinia to Siana, between mountains and valleys stands the Holy Monastery dating from the Middle Ages. Its name was probably taken from a French nobleman Amarto who had a tower there and still exists in semi-ruined condition. Near the steep hill there is a small cave,the Agiopetra, where the miraculous icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary was found. Holy water drips from a rock. It is miraculous for mental and physical illnesses.
Beaches near Kritinia
6km from Kritinia. Glyfada is a little known beach, ignored by the tourism. It is a rocky beach with big pebbles, usually beaten by strong winds. It is surrounded by unique physical scenery with many trees that reflect on the water a green colour. It is ideal for those who want to avoid the crowds and enjoy the sun peacefully in an unspoiled environment. To get there you must follow the main west coast road and follow the signs for Siana village. Just after 6 km you will see a sign to a side road that takes you to the beach.
There are no facilities on this beach, only a couple of small taverns hidden by the rocks, where you can get food and drink.
Παραλία Γλυφάδα
6km from Kritinia. Glyfada is a little known beach, ignored by the tourism. It is a rocky beach with big pebbles, usually beaten by strong winds. It is surrounded by unique physical scenery with many trees that reflect on the water a green colour. It is ideal for those who want to avoid the crowds and enjoy the sun peacefully in an unspoiled environment. To get there you must follow the main west coast road and follow the signs for Siana village. Just after 6 km you will see a sign to a side road that takes you to the beach.
There are no facilities on this beach, only a couple of small taverns hidden by the rocks, where you can get food and drink.
3km from Kritinia. It is a wonderful pebbled beach with huge rock formations and nice white sand. Kopria is not an organized beach, you can find there just a few sunbeds. There is not any kind of facilities or water sports centres. A tavern is located just above the beach and there you can enjoy a cold beer and delicious food. This beach is about 3km from Kritinia village.
Κοpria Beach
3km from Kritinia. It is a wonderful pebbled beach with huge rock formations and nice white sand. Kopria is not an organized beach, you can find there just a few sunbeds. There is not any kind of facilities or water sports centres. A tavern is located just above the beach and there you can enjoy a cold beer and delicious food. This beach is about 3km from Kritinia village.
The beach in Kamiros, 19km from Kritinia, is located in beautiful, natural surroundings with mountains, trees, flowers and, of course, the lovely turquoise water.
Kamiros Beach
Eparchiaki Odos Kalavardas-EmponaThe beach in Kamiros, 19km from Kritinia, is located in beautiful, natural surroundings with mountains, trees, flowers and, of course, the lovely turquoise water.
20km from Kritinia. Fourni is a quiet beach, at least by Rhodes’ standards, with coarse sand and pebbles, a few nice caves and a refreshment stand.
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Fourni Beach
20km from Kritinia. Fourni is a quiet beach, at least by Rhodes’ standards, with coarse sand and pebbles, a few nice caves and a refreshment stand.
Alyki Beach
Places to visit near Kritinia
24 km from Kritinia. In the village of Salakos there is a wonderful path in the pine trees and cypresses to reach Profitis Ilias.
The Mount of Prophet Elias is at an altitude of 700 meters and was named after the Monastery of Prophet Elias. When the Italians captured the Dodecanese on 5 May 1912, they began the reconstruction of the island. So in the 1930s they created the village of Campo Ciaro in Eleousa and the two enchanting hotels "Elafos" in 1929 and "Elafina" in 1932 or "Cervo e Cerna" in Italian with a Tyrol western chalet architecture. These hotels improved in 1950.
The area of Prophitis Ilias was full of forests where thousands of deer lived.
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Profitis Ilias
24 km from Kritinia. In the village of Salakos there is a wonderful path in the pine trees and cypresses to reach Profitis Ilias.
The Mount of Prophet Elias is at an altitude of 700 meters and was named after the Monastery of Prophet Elias. When the Italians captured the Dodecanese on 5 May 1912, they began the reconstruction of the island. So in the 1930s they created the village of Campo Ciaro in Eleousa and the two enchanting hotels "Elafos" in 1929 and "Elafina" in 1932 or "Cervo e Cerna" in Italian with a Tyrol western chalet architecture. These hotels improved in 1950.
The area of Prophitis Ilias was full of forests where thousands of deer lived.
Embona 9km from Kritinia
The village of Embona may not be characterized by scenic architectural beauty, yet it is one of the most popular choices for a stroll in the mainland of the island.
At your visit to the largest winery of the village, you can take part in the guided tour as well as try various wines. There are also 3 more traditional wineries in the area, which belong to local producers where you can taste the local varieties and, of course, souma, a local strong alcoholic drink like.
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Embonas
Embona 9km from Kritinia
The village of Embona may not be characterized by scenic architectural beauty, yet it is one of the most popular choices for a stroll in the mainland of the island.
At your visit to the largest winery of the village, you can take part in the guided tour as well as try various wines. There are also 3 more traditional wineries in the area, which belong to local producers where you can taste the local varieties and, of course, souma, a local strong alcoholic drink like.
Monolithos 20km from Kritinia
Courtyards full of geraniums, stone houses with ceramic roofs and views of the sea, rocks with the medieval castle on top, deserted, winding beaches, ideal for endless games with waves, all compose a landscape of unchanging beauty that is not found elsewhere in Rhodes. The main attraction of the village is the medieval castle among the pine trees, at a prominence of the lone rock from which it was named
In Monolithos you’ll find the quiet Aliki beach,the pretty beach in Fourni.
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Monolithos
Monolithos 20km from Kritinia
Courtyards full of geraniums, stone houses with ceramic roofs and views of the sea, rocks with the medieval castle on top, deserted, winding beaches, ideal for endless games with waves, all compose a landscape of unchanging beauty that is not found elsewhere in Rhodes. The main attraction of the village is the medieval castle among the pine trees, at a prominence of the lone rock from which it was named
In Monolithos you’ll find the quiet Aliki beach,the pretty beach in Fourni.
Siana 15 km from Kritinia
This village is built amphitheatrically on the slope of Mount Akramytis, south of the city of Rhodes and south-east of Monolithos. From there, guests can enjoy the magnificent views of the coast of Rhodes and the neighboring islands. In my opinion, the route from Kritinia to Siana – Monolithos may be the best car ride on the island.
Siana
Siana 15 km from Kritinia
This village is built amphitheatrically on the slope of Mount Akramytis, south of the city of Rhodes and south-east of Monolithos. From there, guests can enjoy the magnificent views of the coast of Rhodes and the neighboring islands. In my opinion, the route from Kritinia to Siana – Monolithos may be the best car ride on the island.
Around the island
Prasonisi 58 km from Kritinia
Prasonisi is the southern cape of Rhodes. Strange creation of nature, during winter is an island and in summer ... peninsula!
The beach is sandy and large, on both sides of the strip linking Prasonisi with the rest of Rhodes, less than 500 meters in length. Because the beach on each side has different wave behaviors have been given two names "Wave" and "Flat".
From the "Wave" side of the strip, the wave usually has a height of 1-2 meters and a steady direction, 2-3 meters ("good days" for the surfers,) reaches 3-4 m in winter.
In the “Flat” part you can swim and enjoy the sun.
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Prasonisi
Prasonisi 58 km from Kritinia
Prasonisi is the southern cape of Rhodes. Strange creation of nature, during winter is an island and in summer ... peninsula!
The beach is sandy and large, on both sides of the strip linking Prasonisi with the rest of Rhodes, less than 500 meters in length. Because the beach on each side has different wave behaviors have been given two names "Wave" and "Flat".
From the "Wave" side of the strip, the wave usually has a height of 1-2 meters and a steady direction, 2-3 meters ("good days" for the surfers,) reaches 3-4 m in winter.
In the “Flat” part you can swim and enjoy the sun.
The Butterfly Valley is located in the northern part of the island, 26 km from the city of Rhodes and 6 km from its west coast. From Kritinia is about 25 km.
The Valley of Butterflies stands out for its exceptional natural beauty and of course its winged "inhabitants".It is located near the village of Theologos, on the northwest side of the island, and is one of the rare habitats of Europe. The area is the summer shelter of the butterfly of Rhodes called Petalouda or Quadripunctaria or Panaxia Quadripunctaria.
In the area thrives a rare kind of plane tree that favors the attraction of butterflies, as a substance in its crust acts like a magnet.
Visit the Natural History Museum to admire the butterfly hatchery showcase as well as samples of the flora and fauna of this unique habitat.
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Petaloudes
The Butterfly Valley is located in the northern part of the island, 26 km from the city of Rhodes and 6 km from its west coast. From Kritinia is about 25 km.
The Valley of Butterflies stands out for its exceptional natural beauty and of course its winged "inhabitants".It is located near the village of Theologos, on the northwest side of the island, and is one of the rare habitats of Europe. The area is the summer shelter of the butterfly of Rhodes called Petalouda or Quadripunctaria or Panaxia Quadripunctaria.
In the area thrives a rare kind of plane tree that favors the attraction of butterflies, as a substance in its crust acts like a magnet.
Visit the Natural History Museum to admire the butterfly hatchery showcase as well as samples of the flora and fauna of this unique habitat.
Filerimos is a hill 267m. high, overlooking the small town of Ialyssos and the bay of Ixia and Trianda. From its top you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Aegean with turquoise waters near the shore and deep blue as it stretches toward coast of the Asia Minor. Thickly planned with cypresses, pines and other trees, it is an ideal location for a long walk into the Rhodian nature. A winding road leads to the top of the hill where, in relatively wide plateau, the Monastery of Filerimos is located. This place is also an important archeological site; here once stood the Acropolis of the ancient town of Ialyssos with an important temple dedicated to Athena Polias.
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Filerimos
Filerimos is a hill 267m. high, overlooking the small town of Ialyssos and the bay of Ixia and Trianda. From its top you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Aegean with turquoise waters near the shore and deep blue as it stretches toward coast of the Asia Minor. Thickly planned with cypresses, pines and other trees, it is an ideal location for a long walk into the Rhodian nature. A winding road leads to the top of the hill where, in relatively wide plateau, the Monastery of Filerimos is located. This place is also an important archeological site; here once stood the Acropolis of the ancient town of Ialyssos with an important temple dedicated to Athena Polias.
Lindos swarms with tourists in the summer months, all thronging to see this most picturesque of Rhodian villages. Lindos is set into a hillside and is flanked by several wonderful beaches, three harbours, the sublimely lovely St Paul’s Bay to its south, and the awe-inspiring Acropolis and Knights’ castle atop of the 105 m. (350 ft) high crag that looks over the village and is visible for miles around.
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Lindos
Lindos swarms with tourists in the summer months, all thronging to see this most picturesque of Rhodian villages. Lindos is set into a hillside and is flanked by several wonderful beaches, three harbours, the sublimely lovely St Paul’s Bay to its south, and the awe-inspiring Acropolis and Knights’ castle atop of the 105 m. (350 ft) high crag that looks over the village and is visible for miles around.
Since the antiquity the area of Kalithea (Καλλιθέα) was known for its thermal, therapeutic springs. In 1927, under the administration of Mario Lago, a systematic study of the waters was initiated headed by Gustavo Gasperini, his son Carlo and Enea Brunetti (who later became the of the director of Terme di Calitea). The study concluded that the water had a range of important properties and proposed the development of the area with the creation of a Thermal Spa Institution that would function in accordance to the stringiest health requirements of the time.
Today Kalithea Springs is considered as one of the most distinctive landmarks on the island of Rhodes. Although the spa is no longer in operation, this fabulous building and unique architectural monument, surrounded by palms and pine trees, has been recently restored, converted to dinning and cafe facilities.
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Kallithea-lähteet
80 Leof. KallitheasSince the antiquity the area of Kalithea (Καλλιθέα) was known for its thermal, therapeutic springs. In 1927, under the administration of Mario Lago, a systematic study of the waters was initiated headed by Gustavo Gasperini, his son Carlo and Enea Brunetti (who later became the of the director of Terme di Calitea). The study concluded that the water had a range of important properties and proposed the development of the area with the creation of a Thermal Spa Institution that would function in accordance to the stringiest health requirements of the time.
Today Kalithea Springs is considered as one of the most distinctive landmarks on the island of Rhodes. Although the spa is no longer in operation, this fabulous building and unique architectural monument, surrounded by palms and pine trees, has been recently restored, converted to dinning and cafe facilities.
Don΄t miss a walk at the medieval city of Rhodes, taste delicious food at the centre of the town or visit the shops.
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Rhodes
Don΄t miss a walk at the medieval city of Rhodes, taste delicious food at the centre of the town or visit the shops.
Must visit beaches
Glystra Beach
Mojito Beach Bar & Grill - Mojito Beach Rooms
Anthony Quinn Bay
Agathi Beach
Nikolas Beach Kallithea
Unique place to swim, taste delicious food and meet friendly people.