The history of the prehistoric times, Kritinia is a brimming tourist destination for enjoying best Rhodes holidays 2010. According to a revised mythology, this place was was by the Althaemenis of Crete. Their colony was close to the beach at initial stages but they later moved to the top of the Attavyrons' mountain due to some security reasons in the post-Byzantine period.
The only surviving old-Christian temple can be found on the coast is not found in the coast. . Later on, its fortress, Castello acted as a protection shield for the village.
Nowadays, Kritinia is a purely agricultural village famous for its fruits (especially for grapes), this is the same reason that this castle is blended of iszantine and middle age style, olive oil and vegetables. It is there before one of the unique Rhodes holidays ideas to visit this place.
Must See Sites in Kritinia Village
Some of the must visit sites of this village include:
Kamiros Scala - A Place Worth Seeing
Kamiros Scala along with its famous harbor is a great source of attraction for various tourists visiting this place from around the world during summer Rhodes holidays.
The Copria Beach
The beach of Copria is situated next to Kamiros Scala. Being a tourist, you can enjoy swimming, walking along the beach and eating delicious fish food on the taverns of this beach.
Fortress Close to Corpia
You can also find a fortress near copria which was established on the top of a hill, facing the sea. This place is a must visit to make best Rhodes holidays on Rhodes Island. a distance of about 3 kilometers from the inspiring village of Kritinia.
Chiotis Point
Another attraction is a point. You can really enjoy taking taking snapshots at this point apart. You can also visit the Folklore Museum another attraction is a castle in the front of this point, which faces three islets including Makri, Stroghili and Alimia. At a small distance from Chiotis point, you will find Chalki Island.
Other major Tourist Destinations
You can also find various other appealing sites such as the well-known monastery of Panagia Amartos, which is located at a distance of 5 kilometers from the village. There is also a rock-built, Agiopetra Cave close to the monastery, which which is known For its dripping holy-water. Tourists can even swim at the Virgin beaches of Afilimiona & Kalami. Remember that the passage is not good so do not forget to take food and water with you.
Kritinia offer its tourists with a variety of attractions for next Rhodes holidays, so that they can have one of the best and unforgivable holidays in the region.
