Loved Lindos...

I love this tree in the old city that I pass on my way to catch the bus

first view of Lindos with castle above

from above

the white sandy beach below is another attraction

the walk up is great, and the absence of signs and guard rails is a bonus

this mother had to carry her reluctant child all the way

Lots of placards with useful information

but even without it, it's an impressive site

with great views

I stop for a while and just gaze out at the horizon

and then set off to explore the town

it's pretty and clean and full of interesting corners

the cobbletones are sharp but the designs are great

latest craze in Europe

allowing feet to be massaged and cleaned by fish..no Thanks!

This guy has it all sorted

nap in between donkey ride duty

some tourists are so heavy that the poor donkey veers off course

Last view of Lindos from the bus...

Lindos has the feel of an island without being one.

It is located about an hour from Rhodes on the coast and you can reach it easily by boat or local bus (5 euro) which drops you above the town and you can either walk or catch a free shuttle down to the main square which is shaded by a huge tree.

From there you can wander the cobblestone laneways of whitewashed buildings and shops selling leather sandals, artwork, linen and olive oil soaps and past restaurants and bars with tourist menus to one of the two beaches or to the castle and acropolis above.

I have no destination in mind, content to wander aimlessly for a while, and wonder why there is such a difference in pace and feel here in spite of the fact that there are lots of tourists.

Perhaps it is the colour of the water, that mesmerises and relaxes, perhaps the slow amble of the donkeys that reluctantly transport tourists to the Acropolis above the town, or the more laid back attitude of the locals themselves, but here people are secondary, what you notice is the environment and the imposing ruins and the colours, smells, and feel of a thriving and proud little community.  

I wend my way through the alleyways and find myself on an alternative path up to the Acropolis. It is an impressive and well maintained monument and the views from the top are stunning. All around me are tourists vying for the best vantage point to take a picture of themselves.  

I offer to take photos for couples and family groups. Most are very appreciative, especially one German lady who initially thinks I am someone official asking to see her ticket!  

I make my way back into the town, past women selling linen which they have draped across the rocks, in search of a place to sit and relax for a while. I find an oasis tucked away and overlooking the beaches below, before it’s time to climb the hill back to the square and to the bus that takes me back to Rhodes.

A presto

Mon x