Ialyssos has about 7.000 permanent residents, lies to the north part of the island and is 9km far from the town of Rhodes. Ialissos is one of the most important towns of the island and it is situated in the northwest coast of Rhodes. Its name derives from the hero Ialyssos, grandson of Helios, the Sun god, brother of Lindos and Kamiros who founded the cities of Lindos and Kamiros on the island. Ialyssos is one of the most important tourist resorts in the country, with many hotels and a long beach.
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