Apolakkia is a very small and quiet village located 92 kilometers away from Rhodes city in Rhodes Island . Being close to Lindos, it can be reached by following the Gennadi to Vati highway. The village seems as if it constructed inside a ditch. A myth says that its name has comes from lakos (Greek, and this means ditch.

Attractions:
Entrance to this village of Rhodes Island gives pleasures of an enchanting post card that consists of the prehistoric silent monasteries, windmills and tiled roof houses. This magical place attracts people from around the world due to its charming Apolakkia Lake and its enchanting dam.

Additionally, this village carries a nice beach where you can enjoy swimming in the deep bluish waters. It also offers shadowy trees with entire silence and peace for your relaxation. The village of Apolakkia in Rhodes Island offers tasty meals in various inns. Similarly, if you wish to have some fresh fish, then you are recommended to visit Chrisama Restaurant.

At 4 kilometers’ distance from Apolakkia towards Kattavia, this unique place offers its visitors with a relaxing meal with superb cuisines served in a friendly atmosphere. You can also enjoy yourself with one of the amazing views of the west coast. Some of the prehistoric places are also on offer by Apolakkia. Just after the main street of the village you will find the village square. This place also offers a historical Italian mansion. It is available in the classic Italian architectural style. Conceivably this building is one of the most amazing infrastructures of Rhodes Island. Today, it is being used as a Cultural Centre.

This area also offers a petite place of worship of the post-byzantine times. It is located ahead the dam of the lake that is leading towards the neighboring village of Monolithos. This temple was developed by Saint George Vardas in 1290. You can amuse yourself with a beautiful scene of Fournoi beach from this temple.

In order to explore two famous places, you should visit Kattavia located at a small distance from the temple. One among them is the foundations of the Agia Irini church of the 6th century. You can find remnants of paleochristian temple at another place that was dedicated to Saint Anastasia . Both these sights come into Zonara region in Rhodes Island.

Apolakkia Beach:
Apolakkia Beach commonly termed as Limni Beach, is 3500 meters in length and 35 meters in width. This prominent beach gets crowded in summer season. To access this beach, you should follow the way going down from Apolakkia in the direction of Katavia. You are also advised to follow the signs. You can have a shower along with a parking area. There is no other transport available from this place.

In addition, Apolakkia village along with its cool & calm surroundings, beautiful lake and ancient places will make your vacations more wonderful. This is the reason why Apolakkia is one of the Rhodes villages that is very popular, and is visit by many tourists every year.

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