Rhodes Asklipio

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• General info • Things to do & See • Map • Members Photos (14) • Greeka Photos (11) • Reviews (2)

General information

Asklipio is a lovely lowland village in southern Rhodes, not far from the rapidly growing Kiotari. Built amphitheatrically, it stands out for its unique natural surroundings, while its whitewashed houses are a prime example of Rhodian folk architecture.

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The most important feature of Asklipio is its medieval castle, which was built by the Knights of Saint John in the 14th century and originally consisted of four towers, covering a surface of 750 square meters. Perched on a steep, rocky hill, it was protected by a dry moat and was partly restored by the Italians in the early 20th century.

At the center of the village stands the Byzantine church of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary. Built in 1060 AD, it is adorned with old frescoes crafted between the 1200s and the 1500s. Right next to it is a traditional olive press which has now been converted into a Folklore Museum. The fountain at the village square has also been declared a listed monument, as a result of its significance for the study of local architecture.

During August, the village organizes two important feasts, celebrating the Transfiguration of Jesus and the Dormition of the Virgin Mary.

Things to See & Do in Asklipio

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Castle of Asklipio Church of the Dormition of Theotokos

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Reviews

scurvyelephant 17 Apr 2012

Nothing was too much trouble

The small village of Asklipio stole my heart! The Greek village is so authentic and full of real warm wonderful Greek people.My favourite thing in Asklipio is Nik's Taverna, a family run taverna, and without a doubt, in my opinion, the best authentic food in Rhodes. After trying many other tavernas, Nikolas taverna became a home from home. Nik and his lovely wife Effie own the place and nothing was too much trouble. Sometimes there were delicious things off the menu, Nik usually has something set aside, or if not he suggested wonderful new tastes for me to try. I look forward to revisiting Nik's as often as I can.
Regards,
Christina
scurvyelephant 07 Apr 2012

Asklipio stole my heart

The small village of Asklipio stole my heart! The Greek village is so authentic, full of real warm wonderful Greek people. I spend time in the village. I've often sat and watch the kids play football in the town square, and in the evening the older ladies of the village sat along 'the wall' and watched the world go by. I've listened to the church bells calling the villagers, and often when they came out of church they have shared with me the 'special bread' from the service.

My favourite thing in Asklipio is Nik's Taverna, a family run taverna, and without a doubt in my opinion, the best authentic food in Rhodes. After trying many other taverna's, Nikolas taverna became a home from home. Nik and his lovely wife Effie own the place and nothing was too much trouble. Sometimes there were delicious things off the menu, Nik usually has something set aside, or if not he suggested wonderful new tastes for me to try.

One year I celebrated my birthday while in Rhodes and decided to eat at Nik's we let him know that we were coming for dinner. When we arrived, the table had been laid with a special cloth, flowers in a vase and a red rose for each of us, and not forgetting the most scrumptious chocolate cake that Nik had gotten especially for me. The villagers joined in when Happy Birthday was sung. It's a birthday I will always remember, and mostly due to Nik and his family's kindness.

I'm booking flights to go back to Rhodes and I am planning on spending my birthday at Nik's again this year for the third time. I am bless in that I can go anywhere my little heart desires for my birthday, so I am going to Asklipio and sharing my day with the village. June 1st if your there, if not, when you visit Nik's tell Nik I sent you...

Best Regards,

Christina

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