Lago Martianez – the famous seawater swimming pools are located right next to the promenade Avenida Colon in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife. The almost 30.000 square metres large open-air swimming pool complex consists of several pools, islands, restaurants and mattress areas. The pools are fed with seawater directly from the Atlantic. Please watch the […]
La Orotava – Tenerife – Canary Islands
La Orotava lies in the north of the Canary Island Tenerife, approx. 5 km away from Puerto de la Cruz, 400 m above sea-level. The town of La Orotava is known for its beautiful view over the valley of Puerto de la Cruz and his orchards with wine and bananas. The Orotava Valley has a […]
In the Old Town of Rhodes
The old town of Rhodes with its nested and narrow lanes reflects the turbulent history of the city and the island. The city was founded after the victory of the Delian League over the Persians in 408 BC. After the Delian League was dissolved, Rhodes became independent. Later, Rhodes approached to the Romans, but fell […]
On the City walls of Rhodes
A walk on the city walls of Rhodes allows a deep insight into fortress construction of the Crusaders. The four kilometer-long construction is not just a wall, but a fortification which is secured repeatedly at strategic positions. Please watch the video You are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube. To access the actual content, […]
On the peninsula Prasonisi – Rhodes
Prasonisi – Πρασονήσι – is a peninsula that forms the southern end of Rhodes. The peninsula is crowned by a lighthouse and can be reached by car over a stony bumpy road. Prasonisi is connected to the mainland only by a 2 km-long sandbar, the isthmus. Please watch the video You are currently viewing a […]
Palace of the Grand Master in Rhodes
The Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes in the City of Rhodes is one of the main attractions of the island of the same name. It was built on the highest point of the city. Today it is assumed that it was the original location of the Colossus of Rhodes. Please […]