Rhodes

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Rhodes?Largest of the Dodecanese islands, southeastern Aegean Sea, Greece
2. How many people live in Rhodes?125,113 (as of 2022)
3. How big is Rhodes?1,403 square kilometers (542 square miles)
4. What is the capital of Rhodes?The city of Rhodes
5. What language do people speak in Rhodes?Greek
6. When was Rhodes built?The modern city of Rhodes was founded in 408 BC

Dodecanese Islands: An archipelago in the southeastern Aegean Sea, comprising twelve major islands, with Rhodes as its largest and historical capital.
Colossus of Rhodes: A monumental ancient Greek statue of the sun god Helios, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, that stood on the island.
Knights Hospitaller: Also known as the Knights of Saint John, a medieval military order that ruled Rhodes from 1310 to 1522, leaving significant architectural legacies.
UNESCO World Heritage Site: Designation for places of outstanding universal value, such as the Medieval Old Town of Rhodes, requiring international protection and preservation.