Medieval City of Rhodes
UNESCO World Heritage Site in Greece
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The Medieval City of Rhodes was constructed around 1309 to 1523 and is part of the modern capital city of Rhodes on the Island of Rhodes in Greece. The site was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1988.[1][2]
| UNESCO World Heritage Site | |
|---|---|
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 Interactive map of Medieval City of Rhodes | |
| Location |  Greece |
| Criteria | Cultural: ii, iv, v |
| Reference | 493 |
| Inscription | 1988 (12th Session) |
| Area | 65.85 ha (162.7 acres) |
| Coordinates | 36°26′N 28°13′E |
The Medieval city consists of the high town to the north and the lower town south-southwest. The high town was entirely built by the Hospitaller Rhodes.[2] The Medieval city is located within a 4 km long wall.[2]
Gallery
Medieval church of the Virgin
Fort Saint Nicolas
clocktower
Street of the Knights
Fortifications from the east
Entrance to the Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes
Platia Simis
