{"id":27081,"date":"2026-05-20T22:13:20","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T19:13:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rustichouse-embonas.com\/?page_id=27081"},"modified":"2026-05-20T22:35:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T19:35:33","slug":"monolithos-castle-rhodes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rustichouse-embonas.com\/el\/monolithos-castle-rhodes\/","title":{"rendered":"Monolithos Castle Rhodes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid sohohotel-slideshow-wrapper-1 sohohotel-content-wrapper-vc vc_column-gap-10\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"flexslider sohohotel-slider-fullscreen\"><ul class=\"slides\"><li style=\"height: calc(100vh - 200px);\"><div class=\"sohohotel-slider-caption-4\"><h2>Monolithos Castle Rhodes<\/h2><p>Visit one of the most dramatic medieval castles in Rhodes surrounded by cliffs and breathtaking sea views.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/rustichouse-embonas.com\/el\/embonas-rhodes\/\" class=\"sohohotel-slider-button\">Explore Rhodes<\/a><\/div><div class=\"sohohotel-slider-overlay\" style=\"background:#000000;opacity:0.45\"><\/div><div class=\"sohohotel-slide-image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/rustichouse-embonas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Monolithos-castle-Rhodes.png);\"><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1779290425827 sohohotel-content-wrapper-vc vc_column-gap-10\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-8\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 24px;color: #b08d57;text-align: left;font-family:Playfair Display;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading\" >A Dramatic Medieval Fortress Above the Sea<\/h2>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Monolithos Castle is one of the most iconic and scenic castles in Rhodes.<\/p>\n<p>Located near the traditional village of Monolithos, the castle stands dramatically on top of a steep rocky hill overlooking the sea and surrounding coastline.<\/p>\n<p>Visitors can drive close to the entrance and follow the small stone steps leading to the summit where the ruins of the medieval fortress still remain.<\/p>\n<p>During medieval times, Monolithos Castle was considered one of the four strongest fortresses on the island. Today, parts of the defensive walls and two small chapels dedicated to Saint Panteleimon and Saint George can still be seen inside the castle grounds.<\/p>\n<p>The breathtaking scenery and peaceful atmosphere make Monolithos Castle one of the most unforgettable places in Rhodes.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-4\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_message_box vc_message_box-standard vc_message_box-rounded vc_color-grey\" ><div class=\"vc_message_box-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-chess-rook\"><\/i><\/div><p>Highlights<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"vc_message_box vc_message_box-standard vc_message_box-rounded vc_color-chino\" ><div class=\"vc_message_box-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-mountain\"><\/i><\/div><p>Dramatic cliffside location<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"vc_message_box vc_message_box-standard vc_message_box-rounded vc_color-chino\" ><div class=\"vc_message_box-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-water\"><\/i><\/div><p>Spectacular sea views<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"vc_message_box vc_message_box-standard vc_message_box-rounded vc_color-chino\" ><div class=\"vc_message_box-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-camera\"><\/i><\/div><p>Perfect sunset photography spot<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"vc_message_box vc_message_box-standard vc_message_box-rounded vc_color-chino\" ><div class=\"vc_message_box-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-church\"><\/i><\/div><p>Historic chapels inside the castle<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_100 vc_sep_border_width_2 vc_sep_pos_align_center vc_separator_no_text vc_sep_color_chino\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span  class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span  class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid sohohotel-content-wrapper-vc vc_column-gap-10\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_message_box vc_message_box-standard vc_message_box-rounded vc_color-chino\" ><div class=\"vc_message_box-icon\"><i class=\"far fa-map\"><\/i><\/div><h6><em>Explore More of Rhodes<\/em><\/h6>\n<p>From medieval castles to hidden canyons and traditional villages, Rhodes is full of authentic experiences waiting to be discovered.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-center\" ><a class=\"vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-modern vc_btn3-color-chino\" href=\"https:\/\/rustichouse-embonas.com\/el\/embonas-rhodes\/\" title=\"\" target=\"_blank\">Discover More<\/a><\/div><div class=\"vc_message_box vc_message_box-3d vc_message_box-rounded vc_color-white\" ><div class=\"vc_message_box-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-bed\"><\/i><\/div><h6>Stay in Embonas<\/h6>\n<p>Stay at Rustic House in Embonas and explore some of the most beautiful places in Rhodes with comfort and authentic hospitality.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-center\" ><a class=\"vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-modern vc_btn3-color-chino\" href=\"https:\/\/rustichouse-embonas.com\/el\/room-availability-embonas-rhodes\/\" title=\"\" target=\"_blank\">Check Availability<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_message_box vc_message_box-standard vc_message_box-rounded vc_color-white\" ><div class=\"vc_message_box-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i><\/div><h6>Visitor Information<\/h6>\n<p>Monolithos Castle is located on the western side of Rhodes near the traditional village of Monolithos.<\/p>\n<p>The castle is easily accessible by car and a short uphill walk leads visitors to the summit.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend visiting during the late afternoon to enjoy the spectacular sunset and panoramic sea views.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid sohohotel-content-wrapper-vc vc_column-gap-10\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_100 vc_sep_border_width_2 vc_sep_pos_align_center vc_separator_no_text vc_sep_color_chino\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span  class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span  class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid sohohotel-content-wrapper-vc vc_column-gap-10\"><div 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