General Description of Kalathos
A small traditional village that has maintained its charm. Nearby Lindos is probably the prettiest and most photographed village on the island; its whitewashed houses perch on the hillside like sugar cubes below the imposing ruins of the acropolis and the medieval walls built by the Knights of St John.
Market/Suitability
All types looking for relaxation and peace.
Location/Contact
Location: In the middle of the E coast. 29 mls S of Rhodes Town. 4 mls N of Lindos. 33 mls S of the airport.
Position: Clinging to a hillside below the ancient acropolis and above 2 bays, Lindos Bay to the N and St Paul's Bay to the S.
Dialling Code: 22440
Postcode: 85102
Accommodation
A small handful of isolated properties away from the bustle of nearby Lindos.
Beach
The nearest shingle beach, about ¾ ml from the village, is ½ ml long and has a few cafe bars. Loungers are available.
Shopping
Lindos has a large selection of supermarkets and the usual tourist shops. Common items include jewellery, leather sandals and traditional-style ceramics.
Entertainment
Daytime: in Lindos, beach- and water-based activities, including water-skiing, jet-skiing, paragliding and banana boats; exploring Lindos, including the ancient acropolis, amphitheatre and the local church for its unusual frescoes.
Nightlife: in Lindos, numerous bars (either with music or satellite TV), a few discos and late-evening shopping.
Eating Out
In Lindos, a wide variety of restaurants to suit all tastes, ranging from traditional cuisine to good-quality Italian, Mexican and Chinese; several fast-food options selling crepes or stuffed filo pastry.
Public Transport
A regular bus service operates to Lindos and Rhodes Town up until early evening.
Local Excursions
Half day: Lindos or Rhodes Town for sightseeing and shopping; Greek evening. Full day: island tour; boat trips to Symi Island and Marmaris (Turkey); scuba-diving excursion; cruise with beach picnic; water park at Faliraki.
Serving Airports
Rhodes Diagoras (RHO)
Flight time from the UK: 4 hrs
