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Iliades Diakopes

Iliades Diakopes -Naxos

Vast and fertile, Naxos is the granary of the Cyclades, chosen by Dionysus to grow vines there. Here’s a peaceful destination, offering almost deserted beaches, authentic villages, unspoilt landscapes, and remains unknown. A monumental door called Portara overlooks Chora and the of Naxos welcoming the guests upon their arrival. Wonderful seaside, tradition, tranquility, local cuisine  …The choice is yours!

Area 428 km², 148 km of coastline.

Top attractions

  • At the entrance of the port, the Portara (6th century BC) Remnants of an ancient unfinished Temple of Apollo, and of the Palace of Ariane according to the legend.
  • The imposing Venetian Kastro in Chora.
  • The archaeological museum (finds from the Cycladic period and ancient sculptures) and the Byzantine museum of folk art.
  • Grotta, important site of the Cycladic civilization.
  • The monastery of Agios Ioannis Chrysostomos.
  • The Byzantine church of the Panagia Drosiani (sixth cent.)
  • Mount Zas, the cave of Za, the birthplace of Zeus, according to the legend.
  • The beautiful village of Apiranthos: its popular art museum and its collection of discoveries from the Cycladic civilization.
  • The archaic statue of Kouros of Flerio (sixth century. BC.) .
  • The unfinished colossal Kouros of Apollonas (VII century BC).
  • The most beautiful beaches of the island on the west coast: Agios Prokopios, Mikri Vigla, Kastraki, Alykos, Pyrgaki …

Activities

  • Windsurfing: Clubs in Mikri Vigla, Agios Georgios, Agios Prokopios.
  • Hiking: Many trails traverse the island.

How to reach Naxos

International flights to Athens + ferry Piraeus/Naxos (approx. 5 h 30) or by speed boat (approx. 4 h 15) or domestic flights Athens/Naxos

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