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Map of Afandou in Rhodes Island Greece
Afandou
Afandou lies around
26km South of Rhodes Town and 30km South of the airport, on
the Eastern coast of Rhodes. The resort is favoured by
independent travellers and mostly offers basic hotels and
apartments. Afandou is still a very peaceful traditional area,
which is slowly being developed.
The beach is stony and quite a distance from the village.
There is an 18-hole golf course nearby and a few restaurants
and bars in the centre, but amenities are rather limited.
Distance from
Rhodes City: 26Km
The village of Afandou has been founded in times where
pirates used to overrun the islands of the Mediterranean.
During that period, people used to leave the shores in order
to seek shelter in the inland. The village of Afandou took
its name form the word "afandos", which in Greek means
"invisible", because it could not be seen from the sea.
The village of Afandou is located 5Km from Faliraki, and it
is one of the largest and oldest villages on the Island of
Rhodes. Filled with fruit-bearing and olive trees, the
village is famous for its carpets. The village has a
population of about 7.500 people, and almost anything you
may need can be found there, as it has stores and shops of
any kind.
If you visit the village, it is essential to visit the
church of Our Lady, which can be found right next to the
village’s main square. Right there on this square, you will
be able to meet many locals, who are very hospitable, and
also carry a very characteristic accent. A folklore
exhibition can be found in the village, and during summer a
small road train connects the village to the beach.
The beach of Afandou can be considered huge! It extends to a
length of over 3Km, and offers crystal clear waters. On the
far left side of the beach, where the shore ends, you will
find areas with rocks and caves, which are suitable for all
of you who consider your self adventurous. You should also
not neglect to visit the unique church of Our Lady Katholiki.
The church is decorated with wall paintings originating from
the 17th Century. In August the church celebrates and a big
religious festival is being held.
The golf place, Afandou golf, is also located close to the
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