Rhodes west coast is much quieter than the east coast as the prevailing wind is from the west,this makes the scenery very green, The west coast is mainy agricultural and is famous for vineyards, and honey production. There are many unspoilt beaches that are never crowded with tourists.
Embonas may not have any picturesque architectural features, however, it is one of the most popular suggestions for a trip inland in Rhodes that combines folklore, a lively atmosphere and good food.
It is a village full of life all year round with several tavernas serving people who come here the delicious local meat.
It is the most important grape-producing village on Rhodes. At harvest time, and you will find the streets full of baskets and the courtyards spread with raisins soaking the sun. If you visit the largest winery in the village, Emery, you can join one of the guided wine-tasting tours. There are also three other traditional wineries which are run by small local producers, Kounakis, Alexandris and Merkouris, where you can sample the local wine varieties and suma (a local strong spirit).
The village offers an abundance of folklore. Try to explore the back alleys, famous for its colourful hand-oven rugs. A visit the Folk Museum is a must. Finally, make your way to the meat tavernas. If you happen to visit during high season, you are also likely to come across a dancers dressed in traditional clothes.
Monalithos with its whitewashed courtyards bursting with geraniums, many stone houses with tiled roofs looking out over the waves, the rocks with the medieval castle at their peak, windswept deserted beaches - this is a landscape of unspoiled beauty, difficult to find elsewhere on Rhodes.
The village itself is small and well-kept, built in the form of an amphitheatre on the south-western coast, with just a few small tavernas. The main attraction of the village is the mediaeval castle, standing among the pines on the great outcrop of an isolated rock from which the name Monolithos.
You can leave your car at the bottom and take the ten-minute walk to the summit, at the summit ther are maginficent views of the sea the fragrance of the wild herbs is substantial. Within the castle walls stands the church of Agios Panteleimon. Below the castle you will find an attractive stone building which houses a small café. The road leads on to Fourni, the beach at Monolithos, ideal for those who like pebbles, waves and a peaceful setting.
The village of Siana is built on the slopes of Mount Akramitis, south of the City of Rhodes and north-east of the village of Monolithos. On route between Monalithos and Siana the views are breathtaking as the road winds through the pine treas and you have views of the sea. Ther are several viewing points here and you can taste and purchase local honey. Variets include pine honey and orange. Taste the locally produced wine and imfamous suma.
From here, visitors can enjoy a superb view over the coast of Rhodes and the little neighbouring islands.The village of Siana is famous for its excellent thyme-infused honey and its local wine which has to be tasted.