Valley of Butterflies
The Valley of the Butterflies – also known as Butterfly Valley (Petaloudes in Greek). This is one of the most attractive destinations on the island.
you will be amazed from the Natural beauty of the valley and the walk through it is really worth it.
The main reason that makes this place unique is that hosts millions of butterflies during July August and September every year. This butterfly species called Jersey Tiger or Panaxia Quadripunctaria and is about a nocturnal moth. The area is very important for them as constitutes their breeding point.
During the rainy period, the butterflies, still in the caterpillar stage, remain in the Mediterranean thicket (arbutus, myrtle and rush) feeding on the foliage. As the end of the wet season approaches, towards the end of May, the final stage is concluded and the butterfly in all her perfection makes her appearance in the form recognizable to us all. They move constantly towards areas with high humidity, always following the “water ways”, and as the dry period progresses, they finally arrive at the valley.
You will fall in love with the serene walk that through this shaded verdant valley with beautiful waterfalls and a small river. Notice the butterflies around you camouflage themselves against the trunks of trees and stop for a quick rest on one of those wooden benches dotting the path.
Observe the unique freshwater crabs in the ponds. That mimic shapes of butterflies on their shells to attract them! In the same ponds you will meet the champion of survival called ghizani fish. The valley is one of the few areas this little fish can be found.
You will also see turtles, a wide variety of birds and if you are very quiet maybe some dears.
In the valley live the moths biggest enemy too that hunt them in the night, the bats.
Seven Springs
Seven Springs is a cool, magical landscape, a real oasis even in the heat of high summer, swamped in greenery.
A Natura-2000 protected zone that is waiting to welcome you to experience a unique tranquil experience!
Is easily considered to be one of the most romantic sites on the island of Rhodes. It is ideally located between Colymbia and Archipolis.
Water flows out of the springs all year around, which is forming a small lake. The lake remains replenished thanks to a dam built by the Italians, in order to provide the nearby settlement Kolympia with fresh water.
visitors also like to drink the refreshing water of the springs.
There are many beautiful walking trails nearby and one can walk along stately Pine trees which is like a breath of fresh air. There is a dark tunnel, which only adds to the fun. The lake can be easily reached by a mere five minutes walk.
The serene Seven Springs are almost hidden by the thick woodlands. This particular area of Rhodes is ideal for picnics and there is also a cozy taverna where one can relax and unwind in the lap of nature.
First-time visitors would do well to undertake a walk down to the 1 km long tunnel, which leads to the shimmering lake. You have two options. One is by walking on the road above the tunnel and the other is by walking through the dark tunnel.
Rodini Park
Rodini Park is a paradise located on Lindos Rhodes Avenue, 3 km from the city of Rhodes.
It is one of the oldest parks in the world and known for its rich and diverse vegetation.
The bridges, the wonderful paths and the ponds full of water lilies, compose the idyllic landscape full of rare plants and a small zoo.
The park is arranged along a natural stream. This is an ideal environment for peacocks to live and breed freely in the park.
Enjoy the cool path that leads along the river bank.
A walk of about 10 minutes will take you to a tomb carved into the rock. The tomb, which dates from the Hellenistic period and is decorated with 21 Doric half-columns – is known as the tomb of Ptolemy.
Apolakia Dam
Apolakia Dam is an artificial lake in a beautiful wetland unique to the island.
The lake has environmental value due to its many rare wildflowers and fauna.
A Water Sports Center has its facilities and equipment at the dam and attracts many Greeks and foreign visitors.
It is part of the Natura 2000 network as a protected area.
The Source in Fasouli Psinthos
The Source in Fasouli Psinthos is located on the village Psinthos.
It is a natural environment, which is formed from several sources. Basically it is a small dam ninety meters long, which forms a small lake which is home to the protected, unique in the world, fish called Gizani.
TThe Source in Fasouli is lush with tall trees and myrtles. It is truly a place of beauty and tranquility.
Ideal for walking and for those looking for delicious traditional dishes, having a restaurant that travels to tradition.