In ancient times, the Colossus of Rhodes is said to have stood above the harbor entrance. The approximately 30 m high bronze figure, which depicted the sun god Helios, was known as one of the seven wonders of the world. He was probably born in the 3rd century. destroyed by an earthquake before Christ.

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1. St Paul's Gate (Rhodes) – Old Town of Rhodes loop from Agios Nikolaos

14.3km

03:43

100m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Old Town of Rhodes – St. Peter's Tower (Rhodes) loop from Kritika

19.3km

05:00

120m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Northernmost Point of Rhodes – Site of the Colossus of Rhodes loop from Neochori

5.43km

01:24

30m

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation -10 m

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Thursday 5 February

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48 %

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Site of the Colossus of Rhodes

1. St Paul's Gate (Rhodes) – Old Town of Rhodes loop from Agios Nikolaos

2. Old Town of Rhodes – St. Peter's Tower (Rhodes) loop from Kritika

3. Northernmost Point of Rhodes – Site of the Colossus of Rhodes loop from Neochori

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