Colossus of Rhodes

Historical landmark · South Aegean

Colossus of Rhodes

Historical landmark · South Aegean

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Pl. Neoriou, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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At the harbor where the legendary Colossus of Rhodes once towered, charming deer sculptures welcome visitors to this site brimming with ancient history.  

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Pl. Neoriou, Rodos 851 00, Greece Get directions

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"An ancient wonder, a giant statue that once stood on the Greek island of Rhodes." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeare

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Zemin Hu (old skool boy)

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This is what Rhodes famous for: Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. I walked to the original site of Colossus of Rhodes, only saw a locked medieval Nikolaos Castle. Two Doe statues of the city's symbol stood on both sides of the sea where is original giant put his feet, at least city should elect a sign or mark to where it was, imagine how big this giant was.

Matúš Komarňanský

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The Colossus of Rhodes (Κολοσσός της Ρόδου) is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and a symbol of the ancient island’s strength and prosperity. Built in the 3rd century BCE, it was a giant bronze statue of the sun god Helios, standing proudly near the harbor of Rhodes. History of the Colossus 1. Construction: • The Colossus was built between 292 and 280 BCE to celebrate Rhodes’ victory over Demetrius I of Macedon after he abandoned his unsuccessful siege of the city in 305 BCE. • Designed by the sculptor Chares of Lindos, the statue stood approximately 33 meters (108 feet) tall, making it one of the tallest statues of the ancient world. • It was constructed from bronze plates over an iron framework and was reinforced with stone supports. 2. Appearance: • The statue depicted Helios, the patron deity of Rhodes, with a radiant crown on his head, holding a torch or possibly shielding his eyes as he gazed out to sea. • Ancient accounts are unclear, but modern theories suggest it likely stood on a solid stone base near the harbor, not with legs straddling the entrance as often depicted in later art. 3. Destruction: • The Colossus stood for only 54 years before being toppled by a massive earthquake in 226 BCE. • The ruins remained on the ground for centuries and were admired for their sheer size, with many travelers commenting on the grandeur of the fallen pieces. 4. Legacy: • In 654 CE, the remaining bronze was reportedly sold by Arab invaders to a merchant, who transported it on hundreds of camels. • Despite its brief existence, the Colossus remains an enduring symbol of ancient engineering and artistic ambition. Modern-Day Associations • The exact location of the Colossus remains a mystery, though it is widely believed to have stood near Mandraki Harbor, where the statues of the deer (Elafos and Elafina) now stand. • Various proposals have been made to rebuild the Colossus in modern times, but none have come to fruition. Interesting Facts • The Colossus inspired the modern Statue of Liberty, as both are massive statues symbolizing freedom and strength. • The Colossus was made from the weapons and materials left behind by Demetrius’ defeated army, transforming tools of war into a symbol of unity and peace.

Pa Krem

Google
Great place, walk along the port, fort

Bethany G. Serinken

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This was a cool place to visit, as a stop on Costa Cruise, as it is the site of a supposed Ancient Wonder. I had to imagine where the colossus would be as there was no mention or signs regarding it. I don’t think it is possible to enter into the structure at the end of the pier. At least I did not see any signs for entering or costs, etc. But it was fun to walk down.

C. K.

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Beautiful day for photos. Not crowded so easy to take photos and picture the giant statue that once stood on the pillars.

Jozef Mak

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Lovely place. Funny there is really not a single mention of Colossus right there... or I havent found any. Maybe it's a hoax 😅 who knows. Still go visit and take some pictures.

Manos Stergen

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I love it here. It’s fun to learn about the history. The marina has a small welcoming feel. However, there are some larger ships and the size can be deceiving. It contains such a variety with 35’ or 12 meter boats having slips here.

steve keen

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Lovely looking harbor, not really much to do..Good for catching buses..Great place to buy excursions..Will bother you to purchase boat trips ..€85 For a few hours trip, would recommend one.