Archaeological Museum of Rhodes

The entrance of the museum.

The Archaeological Museum of Rhodes (Greek: Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Ρόδου) is located in the Medieval City of Rhodes. The museum is housed in the monumental edifice that was the hospital of the Knights of Saint John. Construction of it was begun in 1440 and brought to completion in the time of the Grand Master d'Aubusson (1476-1503). The Museum contains various collections of archaeological artifacts from various parts of Rhodes and the neighbouring islands. Statue of the Crouching Aphrodite, 1st century BC, inspired by a famous prototype work created by the sculptor Doidalsas in the 3rd century B.C.. Pyxis of the Fikellura" type, Mid-6th century B.C.

Coordinates: 36°26′41″N 28°13′38″E / 36.4448°N 28.2271°E / 36.4448; 28.2271

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