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Showing posts with label Kalathos. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kalathos. Show all posts

Wednesday, 1 December 2021

Haraki to Kalathos

Haraki beach

A 5.5 mile walk along the Rhodes coast from Haraki to Kalathos

Although short, this is a good afternoons walk along the beach around the bay between the two villages of Haraki and Kalathos. Once out of Haraki the beach becomes deserted of people with the barren land dotted with olive trees on one side and the deep blue sea on the other. The beach is shingle and can become heavy going but for some of the distance there is a dirt track just beyond the beach which makes for easier walking. Take it easy, with stops to dip ones feet in the sea and this makes a relaxing introduction to Rhodes walking.

Sunday, 28 October 2018

Kalathos to Lardos via the Mycenaean Cemetery

view from track above Kalathos

A walk from Kalathos to discover the Mycenaean Cemetery

This walk goes in search of the Mycenaean Cemetery that is located to the north of the village of Pylona. Six tombs were discovered in this area during construction and cultivation of the slopes of the hills above the village. The tombs are over 3000 years old and although all artefacts have been removed to a Archaeology Museum in Rhodes, it is worth the effort to connect back with some ancient history of the island, when the Mycenaean culture thrived. Even today traditions and customs can be dated back to such prehistoric times.

Sunday, 12 November 2017

Lardos to Pylona and Kalathos

Amazing panoramas on the hills above Kalathos

A 5 mile walk using tracks and roads to visit the village of Pylona

Pylona is a typical Greek village sitting in the hills behind the Mamari mountains. Unspoilt by tourism, this offers an insight into the quiet and tranquil way of life that is associated with the island. The village has a magnificent church and there are some dramatic views of the coastline as one descends back down to Kalathos

Wednesday, 25 October 2017

Massari to Kalathos via Moni Kammeri and the Skoutoularis Gorge

Rear of courtyard at Moni Kammeri

A 10 mile walk full of insight and wonder

This walk, although extensive, has so much to discover. The 12th century chapel of Moni Kymmeri nestled high in the hills, the awe-inspiring Skoutoularis Gorge and the iconic Italian Bridge. There are citrus orchards to walk through, the ever abundant olive groves, pine forests and panoramic views. This really is a day of adventure.

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