The village of Platania is just a few kilometers away from Apollona. This is a very small enchanting, typically Greek village situated in an area used for sheep and goat herding. The village acquired its name from the many plane trees (Platánia in Greek) growing in the region. The village has a rich vegetation and lots of water. With its serene surroundings the village attracts the Greeks who like to enjoy a quiet meal in one of its few tavernas. The residents of the village are involved mainly in the tourism profession and party with agriculture.
Apollona village acquired its name from the Temple of God Apollo who was the protector of Rhodes Island and fine arts at the time.
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Lipsi are a cluster of islets in the south eastern Aegean and are found north of Leros and east of Patmos. Their collective name is taken from the name of the largest island Lipsi or Lipso, which is comprised of two land masses, joined together by a narrow 400 metre wide neck. The total area of the cluster is 17.3 square kms.
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Malona is situated on the south east coast of Rhodes, inland and within a beautiful, fertile valley. A farmers village, with most of the population concentrating on their famous citrus production, as well as good quality olive oil, or working in nearby Lindos and Archangelos.
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