Afantou

 

The municipality of Afantou in Rhodes, Greece has a capital town of the same name which is why people often confuse the town with the entire municipality. Aside from Afantou Town, the municipality is also occupied by the village of Archipoli and the Kolympia Resort. Afantou municipality is located in the northeastern portion of Rhodes, just a mere two kilometers south of the island capital Rhodes City.

 

Unlike its neighboring city of Rhodes, Afantou has a more traditional and quaint ambiance. The town is filled with houses and other landmarks that clearly showcase traditional architecture and design, and makes it such a picturesque place to explore especially for tourists and visitors. Ancient ruins, landmarks and relics of Rhodes periods in antiquity are also scattered all over the island and some of them can be found in Afantou.

 

Surprisingly, Afantou is also the only place in the entire island of Rhodes where you can find a golf course. This one and only Rhodes golf course is called Afantou Golf and is a favorite spot of tourists and locals who enjoy golfing. What is so wonderful about this golf course is not just the fact that it is the only one you’ll find in Rhodes but also the amazing scenery that you will see when you visit it. This Afantou golf course is found right next to a pristine beach so that golfers can enjoy the sun, the sound of the waves, and the glittering blue sight of the nearby shore.

 

The municipality of Afantou also has three great beaches, most of which are sandy and are spotted with colorful and smooth pebbles. The Afantou beaches are rarely crowded and are known for their cleanliness and natural beauty.

 

Because the tourist sites, beaches and golf course in Afantou reel in plenty of tourists and vacationers, the town is needs a number of lodging accommodations and restaurants, both of which Afantou has by the dozens. Lodging in Afantou which is just two kilometers from Rhodes City can also be a cheaper option for backpackers and tourists on a tight budget.