Rhodes, one of the biggest of the Greek islands, is nicknamed the 'sun island' because there are very few days when the sun is not shining here. With a population of over 70,000, Rhodes is more classic tourist destination, with its famous castle and port.
The beaches are mostly on the island's east coast.
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