There was still one thing that we had to see: Ancient Kamiros.
The ancient city was built on three levels. At the top of the hill was the acropolis, with the temple complex of Athena Kameiras and the stoa. A covered reservoir having a capacity of 600 cubic meters of water—enough for up to 400 families—was constructed about the sixth century BC. Later, the stoa was built over the reservoir. The stoa consisted of two rows of Doric columns with rooms for shops or lodgings in the rear.
The main settlement was on the middle terrace, consisting of a grid of parallel streets and residential blocks. On the lower terrace are found a Doric temple, probably to Apollo; the Fountain House, with the Agora in front of it; and Peribolos of the Altars, which contained dedications to various deities.
During the prehistoric period the area was inhabited by Mycenaean Greeks. The city itself was founded by the Dorians. The temple foundations were begun at least as early as the eighth century BC. The earthquake of 226 BC destroyed the city and the temple. The earthquake of 142 BC destroyed the city for the second time.
The Acropolis was excavated by Alfred Biliotti and Auguste Salzmann (de) between 1852 and 1864. In 1928 the Italian Archaeological School began a systematic excavation of the area together with restoration work which continued until the end of the Second World War.
In order to be able to face another few hours of ancient stones, we first stopped along the coast for lunch.
Parking we found one of Sharifa's Cycads
The view from the restaurant
The lunch was a grilled Grouper
This was the best grilled fish that I have ever eaten and I can assure you that I have eaten a lot! It was tasty, the meat was firm, to make it short it was absolutely delicious
A short October trip to the Island of Rhodes (Greece)
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Invigorated by this great meal, matched with the excellent white wine of Rhodes, we faced bravely the ancient town/stones of Kamiros
Taken from the Acropolis
This was a big one, at least 20 cm. Perfect place....lots of hot stones
A small one liked this fallen head
There was a lovely view
Taken from the Acropolis
This was a big one, at least 20 cm. Perfect place....lots of hot stones
A small one liked this fallen head
There was a lovely view
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That was more or less our ten days spent in Rhodes, apart from some small curiosities.
One day we wanted to go to what is supposed to be one of the best restaurants in the town of Rhodes, but on arrival a sign announced: "Closed due to power black out" I was convinced that we were still in Europe and not in SA, but then again, we were geographically almost in Africa
We ended up at a place, where you could buy a toasted sandwich for €1.00 (R14) and a beer at shop price. You took the beer our of the fridge and they gave you a plastic glass. The Sandwich was served, when it was ready in a kind paper envelope. There were a couple of tables and chairs and nice umbrellas. Actually it was a shop with this extra service. We went more than once
The police closed an eye if you parked on the yellow stipes, as long as you did not disturb the traffic. How they cope i high season is a mystery
Bye, bye Rhodes
One day we wanted to go to what is supposed to be one of the best restaurants in the town of Rhodes, but on arrival a sign announced: "Closed due to power black out" I was convinced that we were still in Europe and not in SA, but then again, we were geographically almost in Africa
We ended up at a place, where you could buy a toasted sandwich for €1.00 (R14) and a beer at shop price. You took the beer our of the fridge and they gave you a plastic glass. The Sandwich was served, when it was ready in a kind paper envelope. There were a couple of tables and chairs and nice umbrellas. Actually it was a shop with this extra service. We went more than once
The police closed an eye if you parked on the yellow stipes, as long as you did not disturb the traffic. How they cope i high season is a mystery
Bye, bye Rhodes
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Lovely dragon
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Excellent!
I also have an Ancient Kamiros...but it takes good pics sometimes!
Why don't you people cut the heads and tails off your fish? And what are those leaves you eat?
Agree about grouper...here we call it Rock Cod...difficult to get hold of!
Thanks very much for all of this, Lis!
I also have an Ancient Kamiros...but it takes good pics sometimes!
Why don't you people cut the heads and tails off your fish? And what are those leaves you eat?
Agree about grouper...here we call it Rock Cod...difficult to get hold of!
Thanks very much for all of this, Lis!
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Mmmmmm, Fish. Tasty.
Great pics again Lis. Thanks for posting your little jaunt for us to see here.
Great pics again Lis. Thanks for posting your little jaunt for us to see here.
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That fish is making me hungry
Beautiful place and great pics once again
The beaches look cool, did you see anyone fishing
Beautiful place and great pics once again
The beaches look cool, did you see anyone fishing
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I don't think so, but I am sure that they doBushcraft wrote:
The beaches look cool, did you see anyone fishing
They do
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What stunning views everywhere Lis!!
That fish looks delish and I would say the leaves are rocket...also delish!! By the way, how was the wine?
Thanks so much for sharing Lis, it was wonderful to see a totally different part of the world!
That fish looks delish and I would say the leaves are rocket...also delish!! By the way, how was the wine?
Thanks so much for sharing Lis, it was wonderful to see a totally different part of the world!
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and it looks like a similar setup as fisherman this side of the worldLisbeth wrote:I don't think so, but I am sure that they doBushcraft wrote:
The beaches look cool, did you see anyone fishing
They do