2. General Information Rhodes is an isla nd in Greece , located in the eastern Aegea n Sea . It is the largest of the Dodecanese islands with a population of 117,007 . A lot of myths existed about its name and its creation. Historically, Rhodes was famous worldwide for the Colossus of Rhodes , one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Today, it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe because of its history and its beauty.