IALYSOS (city in Rhodes)
Ancient city of Rhodes
- Kind of place
- City
- Region
- Rhodes
- Where
- 36.40° N, 28.14° E
Ialysos was founded by the eldest son of Rhodos, who gave the city its name. Pindar, Olympian 7 ¶9 The city was located on the island of Rhodes. Athenaeus 8.61 The Phoenicians buried their remaining riches underground before leaving the city. Athenaeus 8.61
Described in the sources
The city was one of three divisions of the island's land. Pindar, Olympian 7 ¶9 Damagetus, a Rhodian ruler, held authority over this city. Pausanias 4.24.2
Stories and history
The Greeks became masters of the city after the Phoenicians departed. Athenaeus 8.61 Phalanthus sent a herald to Iphiclus to demand permission to retreat under a treaty. Athenaeus 8.61 Iphiclus gave the departing Phoenicians boats but removed their rudders, oars, and sails. Athenaeus 8.61 Phalanthus and his allies held out against a long siege by Iphiclus, who had besieged the city after hearing from Phoenician oracles. Athenaeus 8.61 Phalanthus attempted to smuggle silver and gold out by hiding it in animal entrails, but Iphiclus prevented him from carrying away the hidden wealth. Athenaeus 8.61