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Kallithea Springs
Kallithea Springs are situated in the Municipality of Rhodes, 9 km from the city of Rhodes. They are a remarkable and representative example of architecture integrated in their natural environment. Kallithea Springs is so beautiful that several international and Greek movie directors and artists chose it for its unique sceneries. The "Guns of Navarone" is of course one of the more famous as is "Zorba the Greek", both filmed in the 1960's. The film "Escape to Athena" with Telly Savalas and Roger Moore was also filmed here. Kallithea Springs attracts hundrens of visitors daily and it is one of the most popular attractions on the island of Rhodes.
In the centre the main Rotunda dominates an impressive dome with intricate decoration. The six springs fed from an equal number of fountain heads. A little path leads to the big Rotunda flanked by columns that once supported a pergola covered with bougainvillea plants.
The healing springs of Kallithea have been known since ancient times for their healing properties. In 1927, upon the initiative of the Italian commander of the Dodecanese islands, Mario Lago together with the doctor from Smyrna Aeneas Brunettis started a systematic study of the waters of Kallithea, as well as the construction of its facilities. The project was awarded to the architect Petrio Lombardy and the designs were considered among the best architectural compositions of that era. On July 1, 1929, the inauguration was made by Mario Lago, who proclaimed the beginning of Thermi Kallithea on behalf of the King and Duchess, which is why they were named Royal Thermae.
However, with the start of the II World War, the sources stopped working and the staff was replaced by soldiers. After the capitulation of Italy, the Germans closed the area with barbed wire and turned it into a concentration camp for Italian prisoners. The facility was looted and the area was destroyed. After the liberation, the thermal springs were destroyed and remained unexploited for a long time. In 1948, a fund was given for the execution of tourist projects in the wider area of Rhodes, and so their operation began again. The springs of Kallithea gained a high reputation and their facilities remained active until 1967. Years passed since its closure and it was basically left to ruin. Completely renovated, the space reopened on July 1, 2007. Today the space hosts exhibitions and various other events.
Right in front of the springs there is a beach with crystal clear blue waters make swimming and diving an absolute pleasure in the summer heat.
