Acropolis of Rhodes

Acropolis of Rhodes lies on the hill of Aghios Stephanos (Monte Smith), on the west side of the Rhodes city. It dates back to the 3^rd-2^nd century B.C at the Hellenistic and late Hellenistic period and was a non-fortified Acropolis.
Acropolis of Rhodes it is a monumental site that includes sanctuaries, big temples, public buildings and underground places of worship. During the period of the Italian occupation archaeological excavations in the area began and continued to be carried on after 1946 by the Hellenic Ephorate of Antiquities.
The most notable findings discovered by the archaeological search have as follows:
The Temple of Athena Polias and of Zeus Polieos. A Doric rhythm temple that used to have a stoa with columns at its four external sides, where the Rhodians kept the texts for the treaties signed with other city-states.
The Nymphaia. An area for both, entertainment and worship. Four underground caves carved in the rock, with corridors used for communication and an opening right at the center of the roof.
The Temple of Pythios Apollo. Located on the southern part of the hill. It is of the same rhythm as the Temple of Athena and Zeus, but of a smaller size. Part of the architrave has been restored, as well as part of its northeastern side with four columns.
The building of the Stoics. Out of which only the foundation wall of the stoa has been preserved.
The Artemision. Claimed to be a place of worship for goddess Artemis. At the same area there are remains of other temples of worship.
The Ancient Stadium. Out of which have been preserved parts of its original construction: the Proedries, or seats of the officials, the Sphendone, that is, the rounded end with the turning post at the lower seats, as well as the starting mechanism for the athletes.
The Gymnasium. Lying on the eastern side of the Stadium. A large, rectangular construction considered to be important due to the artistic works contained in it.
The small, marble Odeon, at a close distance from the Stadium. Its seating capacity reached almost 800 spectators and it is presumed that musical events were held there and lessons were given on rhetoric.
Finally, the Library, where from an inscription found it has been concluded that near the Gymnasium and the Odeon there was an impressive library containing notable pieces of works on rhetoric.

So, within a distance of 2km from the heart of the city of Rhodes you can relish a taste of ancient Greece and at the same time enjoy maybe the most enchanting sunset of the island.