Elafos (Rhodian Deer)

The Rhodian Deer statues at Mandraki Harbor are one of Rhodes' most iconic landmarks, standing at the entrance to the harbor where the legendary Colossus of Rhodes is said to have once straddled. You'll find bronze statues of a stag and doe perched atop tall columns — a surprisingly striking photo stop that ties together mythology, history, and the city's identity in one spot. It's one of those places that looks simple but carries a lot of weight once you know the backstory.