02/07/2018
Located in the Medieval Town of Rhodes, Trinity’s neighborhood is a mosaic of different cultures and historical periods.
The first indications of construction are after the earthquake of 515 AD, when the fortification of the old town began to build. Most of today’s form and character is due to the occupation of the Knights of St. John, who arrived in 1309 and were settled on the island for 200 years.
During their settlement, the majority of the remarkable public buildings and landmarks were built. They constructed the picturesque moat, bridges, gates, temples of worship and public use buildings. During this particular period the Old town was divided into two parts the Collachium and the Bourg. The first part was the house of the Knights and the Administration. The latter, is where the native population constituted of Greeks, Jews and Latins lived.
Afterwards in 1522 the Old Town faced a critical point in its history; it was conquered by the Turks. Life changed completely in the Medieval town, churches were transformed to Mosques, minarets were constructed, changing the skyline of the city, many public baths started to being built. Moreover, it was prohibited to the previous settlers to live inside the walls and they were only allowed to work until the dusk. Afterwards they were commanded to exit and the gates closed.
In 1922, the Old Town was introduced to its new settlers the Italians. During the period of the Italian occupation the life in the Old town and at the whole island in general, was improved completely. Under the occupation of the Ottomans, the outskirts of the walls were vast graveyards and the Old town was damaged seriously and was full of ruins. But, with careful planning and strategical design, the quality of space began to improve. The walls were restored, new gates were opened to link the old town with new city, landmarks were refurbished and public parks and green areas were created.
Today the old town maintains this multicultural identity and is a dynamic and vivid cell of the island. It is recognized as an Unesco world Heritage site. The environment is mysterious and atmospheric. Many facilities are offered inside the city such as dining, shopping and nightlife. Finally plenty of remarkable buildings, narrow paved roads, galleries and squares await you to explore them.
Fortunately Trinity’s location is optimized for your relaxation, based on the fact that it is in a walking distance from the heart of the city but quiet away from unwanted noises. The location is close to every popular landmark of the old town and its immediate neighborhood is extremely peaceful.
The serene atmosphere of Trinity awaits you to experience it.
