Very interesting is the structure of the interior, visible in the plans of the building. It was built in the first period of the italian occupation (1925) and in its first phase it was richly decorated in a combination of the oriental and gothic styles. From 1936 onwards, when De Vecchi was the govenror, all the decorative elements were removed so that the facade was in accordance with the official architectural style of the state (Fascist Style). The building was called "Circolo Italia" and was used as a meeting place by the italian officers. Today it has been transformed into a coffee and pastry shop.
The district of Ialyssos (Ialysos) encompasses the northern part of the island. It was inhabited in the prehistoric period. Remains of a Minoan settlement have been found at Trianda and Mycenaean cemeteries have been located on the surrounding hills of Makria Vounara and Moschou Vounara (1700-1400 BC).
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Mt. Filerimos, known in Greek as Φιλέρημος, rises 267 meters above sea level, approximately 15 kilometers from Rhodes Town. This notable hill, near the village of Trianta, occupies the historical site of the ancient Doric city of Ialysos. Filerimos's location offers both a rich historical context and panoramic views, making it a significant landmark on the island of Rhodes. The area is steeped in history, inviting visitors to explore its past while enjoying the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.
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In a quiet and shady pine forest on the hilltop of Filerimos, which is located on one of the first ancient towns of the island, Ialysos (Ialyssos), stands the astonishing Byzantine castle of Filerimos. Built during the Byzantine Era, this castle lies within a cluster of buildings of major historic importance amongst Byzantine, Hellenistic and Medieval structures and monuments, including the Temples of Athena Polias and of Zeus.
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