Discover the hidden stories and mysteries of Rhodes Old Town on a unique walking tour. Explore the connections between the Knights of St. John, secret societies, and local legends while uncovering a different side of the island’s history.
The Knights’ Echo: We traverse the iconic Street of the Knights, the finest medieval thoroughfare in Europe. Your guide will illuminate the worldview of the era, the monumental fortifications, and the daily life within the Palace of the Grand Master. The Hospital of Souls: Standing before the Great Hospital, we explore the Order’s dual nature warriors of the cross and healers of the poor and how these values laid the foundations for later fraternal orders. The Masonic Bridge: As the shadows lengthen, we unveil the connection between Chivalry and the spiritual children of the Order: the Freemasons. We explore how the medieval concept of “Liberty” found a new voice in the Masonic tradition. Learn about the island’s rich masonic past, the Grand Lodges of Greece, the operating local Lodges etc. Deciphering Symbols: From heraldic shields to esoteric geometry, you will learn to “read” the city like an open book of ancient wisdom, translated by a master storyteller.
The meeting point is at the main gate of the Old Town Bring comfortable walking shoes for the historic cobblestones Tour duration may vary depending on the group’s walking pace and overall flow of the experience.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity
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