Enjoying Rhodes Holidays In The Lachania Village

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No matter you are planning to spend your upcoming Rhodes holidays 2010 with your family, friends or alone; celebrate it in the beautiful and lively village of Lachania. The village of Lachania in Rhodes Island is the best place for those of you who are admirers of nature.

Attractions at Lachania village are numerous, but the epic abodes and dwellings that depict the taste and livelihood of the natives is a special source of attraction for people. This symbolizes the taste and values of the people living here.

To fully enjoy your Rhodes holidays in Lachania and make it a memorable trip of your life, we have given an overview of the Rhodes Holidays ideas you can enjoy at this place.

Location of the Lachania Village:

The beautiful village of Lachania comes on the way when going from Gennadi to Kattavia. It is located seventy three kilometres away from the town of Rhodes and is the metropolis of South Rhodes.

Natural Beauty and Environment of the Lachania Village:

The village of Lachania is said to be one of the most beautiful villages in Rhodes. The beauty of the village along with its ...
... tranquillity and remoteness give it a unique enchanting atmosphere.

In the village you can find small well-conserved houses exhibiting traditional architecture of Rhodes. Most of the houses here have been bought by tourists and visitors mostly Germans.

The Village Square:

The village square is small with the historical church of Saint George from the 19th century. The church along with the white houses and the big plane-tree surrounding the village square look like a simple and unsophisticated drawing.

Also the village square was used for shooting several scenes for the movie called "High Season of forty" that was released in 1989.
Cultural Centre:

Near the village square is located the old Olive press. This is now called Magana and used as a cultural centre in the village. The centre has been recently renovated. It is used for holding exhibitions for foreign as well as local artists.

Tabernacles in Village:
You will also find many tabernacles when visiting the Lachania Village. The popular ones are the Plimmiri and Zoodochos Pigi that are constructed on an old Roman building.
Churches in the Village:

In the village of Lachania you can find many churches. The churches found here include church of Saint John the Precursor, Saint Luke, Saint George and the Monastery of Virgin Zoodochos Pigi that date back to 19th century. Saint Irene is an old church with a cemetery that dates back to 16th century. These churches are spread throughout the village and are a must see when you visit the Lachania village.

Nearby beaches:

The picturesque sea sides and beaches of Lachania village add to the attraction of the place. The natural bay of Plimmiri, along the street on the way to Kattavia from Lachania is a spectacular sightseeing place. The natural bay is environmentally and biologically significant. The flora and greenery along the bay appear exquisite and delightful. The beautiful beaches near Lachania village welcome its visitors with their beauty and entertainment opportunities during Rhodes holidays.

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