Palace of the Grand Master - Rhodes, Greece
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neoc1
N 36° 26.722 E 028° 13.452
35S E 609713 N 4034044
The Palace of the Grand Master is located Sat the end of the Street of the Knights at the northwest part of the walled Old Town of Rhodes, Greece.
Waymark Code: WM11M7T
Location: Greece
Date Posted: 11/11/2019
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Construction of the Gothic Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes was begun in 1309 after the conquest of Rhodes by the Knights Hospitaller. It is located at the highest point of the walled old town in Rhodes. The Palace was use as the home of the Grand Master, the headquarters of the Order of knights, and as fortress.
The palace has a almost square plan with a central courtyard. The footprint is 80 x 75 meters with stone walls that range from 262 to 240 feet. The walls of the palace are defended by several bastions with crenelated parapets. The main entrance is located on the south side of the Palace. The ground floor of the Palace contains apartments.
Today, the Palace of the Grand Master is a museum. The upper level is reached by a large staircase. There you will find works of art and a large display of impressive floor mosaics. The Palace is the foremost attraction within the walled old town of Rhodes.
Accessibility: Full access
Condition: Intact
Admission Charge?: yes
Website: [Web Link]
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