Naxos is located in the heart of the Aegean Sea and this is the greenest island of Cyclades. Although it is among the most popular Greek islands, Naxos has managed to keep intact its traditional character.
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villages,
beaches,
museums and
churches.
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>> Top Villages
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Location: On the north western side of the island
Description: Also called Chora, Naxos Town is the capital and main harbour of the island. With a lovely waterfront and elegant Venetian architecture, it considered as one of the most beautiful Cycladic villages.
Location: 26 km east of Chora
Description: Apiranthos is a beautiful, mountainous village in the centre of Naxos. Surrounded by lush greenery and keeping its elegant architectural style, Apiranthos is still untouched by tourism.
Location: 16 km south east of Chora
Description: Halki is a lovely, traditional village in the centre of Naxos. It used to be the old capital of the island and has maintained its Venetian style.
Location: 30 km north east of Chora
Description: Koronos is a traditional village built amphitheatrically on the slopes of a hill. It has houses of exceptional architecture, a picturesque square, paved streets and many arches that create a romantic atmosphere.
Location: 36 km north west of Chora
Description: This is a charming fishing village with a couple of great fish taverns and a sandy beach. An ancient statue of Kouros is found close to Apollonas.
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Location: 10 km south of Chora
Description: The famous Plaka Beach is a long, sprawling, strip of white sand with sand dunes behind the beach. Here you can enjoy the lovely water, a view of Paros and some space.
Location: 6 km south west of Chora
Description: Agios Prokopios is one of the most beautiful beaches on Naxos. This is a long, golden beach with many watersports and surrounded by plenty of tourist facilities.
Location: 16 km south of Chora
Description: Mikri Vigla is one of the most famous windsurfing spots in Naxos. The wind is perfect for windsurfing and kitesurfing and many watersports centre line this beach.
Location: 10 km south of Chora
Description: Orkos is a beautiful beach next to Plaka. With soft sand and green ambience, Orkos attracts many visitors every summer.
Location: 18 km south of Chora
Description: There are many coves both sides of Aliko beach and the sea is crystal clear. The unique cedar forest with the sand dunes all over the area create a really exotic environment.
>> Top See & Do
Kastro is the most picturesque quarter in Naxos Town. It is actually the old castle of the village, which is now inhabited. Around this castle, the modern part of the town has been constructed.
Portara is the trademark of Naxos. This is the first sight of the island that you get as the ferry approaches the port. It is the unfinished gate of a big temple dedicated to Apollo.
The giant statue of a young man (Kouros) can be seen outside the village of Melanes. It lays on the site where it was excavated.
The Kouros of Apollonas dates from the 8th century BC and it lays on the site it was discovered. Archaeologists believe that it depicted a young man or Dionyssus, the god of wine.
Recently restored, this ancient temple is dedicated to Demeter, the goddess of grain. It dates back to the 6th century B.C. and it was discovered in 1949. A small church to Saint John stands next to the temple.
The Geological Museum is located in the village of Apiranthos Naxos and it houses a rich collection of more than 2000 rare exhibits. The Geological Museum of Naxos is considered as one of the most interesting museums of this kind in Greece.
This beautiful church is standing near the little village of Moni, in the inland of Naxos. This is an Early Christian church, one of the oldest churches of the island, dating back to the 6th- 7th century. It has round, smooth shapes and a dome. The interior is decorated with beautiful wall paintings.
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Outdoor activities: Horseback Riding (1) |
Diving Centers (1) |
Watersports Centers (2) |
Wind/Kite Surfing Centers (6)
Entertainment: Bars (13) |
Cafe (9) |
Clubs (2) |
Restaurants (33)
Shopping: Athletics (1) |
Bookstore (2) |
Ceramics (1) |
Clothing (2) |
Gallery (1) |
Jewelry (1) |
Local Products (1) |
Wine shop (1)
Other business: Cinema (1) |
Gym (1) |
Massage (2) |
Mountain Bike (1)
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