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Filerimos
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Yiannis & Chrysa
July 8, 2022
Getting to the top of Filerimos hill up the wide windy road through fragrant pine trees is an experience on its own! And then, you are greeted by hundreds of colorful peacocks! What a welcome!
Despina
March 20, 2022
Mt. Filerimos (Philerimos, Φιλέρημος), just outside the capital Rhodes (15km), is a hill 267m. high, overlooking the small town of Ialyssos and the bay of Ixia and Trianda. From its top you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Aegean with turquoise waters near the shore and deep blue as it stretches toward the coast of Asia Minor. Thickly planted with cypresses, pines and other trees, it is an ideal location for a long walk into Rhodian nature. A winding road leads to the top of the hill where, in the relatively wide plateau, the Monastery of Filerimos is located. This place is also an important archeological site; here once stood the Acropolis of the ancient town of Ialyssos with an important temple dedicated to Athena Polias. Filerimos is only a 25-minute drive from the village!
Mt. Filerimos (Philerimos, Φιλέρημος), just outside the capital Rhodes (15km), is a hill 267m. high, overlooking the small town of Ialyssos and the bay of Ixia and Trianda. From its top you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Aegean with turquoise waters near the shore and deep blue as it stretches…
Panos
April 23, 2017
Ancient ruins, Medieval monastery and amazing views surrounded by nature.
Μιχαήλ
March 24, 2022
For those interested in strengthening their religious side or those who just would love to enjoy a trip which contains elements of nature and magnificent view, this is the place for you.
Μαρία
January 31, 2021
Filerimos Hill is the site of the ancient acropolis of Ialyssos with its temple of Athena Polias. In Byzantine times, the hill was used as a fortress and in the 13th century the monastery of the Virgin Mary was built here. During the period of the Knights the monastery, occupied by catholic monks, was extended and became justly celebrated. The Knights of Saint John came from noble European families and, despite their military prowess remained essentially monks, taking vows of celibacy, poverty and fidelity. Today one can visit the ruins of the ancient acropolis and the monastery, as restored by the Italians. To the right of the archeological site is the beginning of the Calvary Way "Road of Golgotha" – another creation of the Italians. Here you will find Catholicism in all its splendour: shrines with relieve representations of the Passion and cypress trees to the left and right of the path. At the end of the path stands a large stone monument in the form of a cross, with windows and balconies. You can climb up and admire the view. Opening Hours and Admission fee please take a look at the attached "Time Schedule of Archaeological Sites
Filerimos Hill is the site of the ancient acropolis of Ialyssos with its temple of Athena Polias. In Byzantine times, the hill was used as a fortress and in the 13th century the monastery of the Virgin Mary was built here. During the period of the Knights the monastery, occupied by catholic monks, w…
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