:: The Catholic Cathedral has been built
on the central square of the Venetian castle and is a
baroque church decorated with Naxian marble on its floor
and various wonderful valuable icons.
:: The Orthodox Cathedral is located
in the north side of the capital and was built around
1787 in dedication to Zoodochos Pigi. In the interior
of the church, fine wall-paintings can be admired, which
are richly decorating the church.
:: There are many other interesting and beautiful churches
in Naxos town; the best manner to discover them is to
walk among the narrow streets of the town. | |
of the population during its religious services.
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| The
Church of Panagia Protothrone |
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The church of Panagia Protothrone (First Throne) is one
of the earliest churches of transitional type and dates
back to the first half of the 9th century.
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| The
Monastery of Ipsilotera |
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Located outside Gallini village, the monastery tower of Ipsilotera was built in 1660 by a local nobleman.
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The Church of Agios Mamas is famous for its fine cross,
sculptures and murals and is dedicated to Agios Mamas,
patron of the shepherds.
Because
it is so old, it is believed that this church once housed
the Orthodox cathedral before the Venetian occupation
(1207). Visitor can found this interesting and beautiful church
behind the village of Potamia.
| The
Monastery of Agios Ioannis Chryssostomos |
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The Monastery of Agios Ioannis Chryssostomos (Saint John
the Golden Mouth) is located on the mountain of Grotta
coast, 3 kilometres away from Naxos Town (or Hora).
Its main church is a beautiful construction dating back
to the 17th century.
From the monastery, one can enjoy a wonderful panoramic
view of the island and the sea. |
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