The remains of the Aphrodite temple in the old town of Rhodes give an idea of the splendor of ancient Greece. The sanctuary dates from the 3rd century BC and was built in honor of Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty of Greek mythology. The temple is located on Symi Square, very close to the Eleftheria Gate.
The formerly majestic structure today consists of ruins surrounded by a small fence. Although the temple complex can not be entered, you can get close enough to visit old blocks and fallen columns. You may even be able to decipher some of the inscriptions on some of the flagstones.
The information board and the site plan provide an overview of the layout of the former temple. The descriptions are written in Greek and English. The statue of Aphrodite Pudica in the Archaeological Museum of Rhodes is said to have stood in this temple and worshiped here by the ancient Greeks.
The visit takes depending on interest in the relics only about 10 minutes. Afterwards, you can expect more historical attractions on and around the square. The Tarsanas Gate from the Middle Ages and the Eleftheria Gate are definitely worth a closer look and a photo. The Eleftheria Gate looks as if it was also from the Middle Ages, but was built in the first half of the 20th century. The passage connects the old town with the Mandraki harbor. Close by is La Tour Saint Pierre, an imposing medieval tower.
The Aphrodite Temple is about a 10-minute walk from the tourist port of the island. Car and scooter riders will find a limited number of free parking spaces at Symi Square. There is further parking along the road towards the harbor.
Source: Expedia