Its existence begins from the 10th century B.C. In its gulf shipping grew due to the creation of the port that is characterized as the most important of this island. The continuous attacks by the pirates, forced the inhabitants to build the Acropolis together with the castle in order to defend themselves. The Acropolis takes up 8.300 sq.m and carries findings of priceless archeological value such as, signs and piers, carved on rock, wall paintings, domed temples, lined pillars and Dorian galleries.The castle is of very important historical value due to its statues and its signs, as also findings from the Neolithic, Mykinaiki and Archaic era. From time to time various reconstructions had taken place in order to maintain it. The donkeys are the only means of transportation for the easier climb of visitors to the castle. The significance of Lindos does not stop at its ancient ruins. The modern city at the foothill of the Acropolis offers magnificent gathering places and entertainment centers for the visitors. From the main square, various means of transportation begin for all the direction of Rhodes. At this same square various cultural events take place, offering to its visitors unforgettable nights. The nightlife though goes on at the beautiful bars and restaurants that are at the center this area. You will find a rich market place offering various souvenirs and statues. The hotel resorts and traditional rental rooms, with their ample amenities, offer accommodation to the tourists during the summer season. The sandly, fully organized beach of Lindos, gets filled daily by carefree tourists that enjoy water sports. At the small gulf next to the beach, small yachts dock, enjoying the clean sea and admiring the natural caves.