Location: Sangri
Situated near the village of Sangri, about 10 km from Naxos Town, the Temple of Demeter is an ancient sanctuary built entirely from high-quality Naxos marble, dating back to the 6th century BC.
Naxos Temple of Demeter
Naxos Apollonas
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Apollonas is a charming fishing village situated on the northeastern coast of Naxos, about 36 km from the island’s capital. Named after Apollo, the Greek god of light and music, the village has been inhabited since ancient times. Historically, the port of Apollonas was used to export high-quality marble from the local quarry to other regions.
Naxos Mikri Vigla Beach
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Sahara, also known as Limanakia, forms the southern section of Mikri Vigla (Parthena) Beach. This long and expansive beach is calm, with soft golden sand and crystal-clear waters. Nestled between Sahara and Mikri Vigla is the small cove of Kavos.
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Naxos Kouros Statue (Apollonas)
Location: Apollonas
The Kouros statue in Apollonas stands over 10 meters tall. Kouroi are monumental marble sculptures of young men that became prominent in Greek art following the Middle Archaic period.
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Naxos Melanes
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Melanes is one of the oldest villages on Naxos, located about 8 km southeast of Chora. Perched at an altitude of 63 meters, the village is home to roughly 500 permanent residents, most of whom are engaged in agriculture and livestock farming.
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Naxos Plaka Beach
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Plaka Beach on Naxos began as a nudist-friendly spot during the 1960s and 70s and has since become one of the island’s most beloved beaches. Today, it attracts families, couples, young travelers, and virtually anyone visiting Naxos.
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Naxos Melanes Kouros Statue
Location: Melanes
The impressive Kouros statue can be found just outside the village of Melanes, nestled in the Naxian countryside.
The statue remains in its original location where archaeologists discovered it. Measuring approximately 6 meters in length, it dates back to the 7th century BC.
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Naxos Apiranthos
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Apiranthos is widely regarded as the most picturesque village on Naxos. Situated 26 km from Naxos Town, it rests at an altitude of 650 meters between two verdant valleys. The village received its current name shortly before the Greek War of Independence. Some historians suggest the name comes from Perinthos in Constantinople, as former residents fled there to escape Ottoman persecution. Additionally, the village’s customs and dialect resemble those of mountain Cretan settlements, hinting that many locals may have Cretan ancestry.
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Naxos Maragas Beach
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Maragas Beach is one of Naxos’ most stunning coastal spots and a highlight among Greece’s top beaches. It follows Agia Anna and Agios Prokopios beaches, while Plaka Beach begins at its western end. The shoreline stretches for approximately 4 km.
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Naxos Kastro (Castle)
Location: Naxos Town (Chora)
Naxos Castle, also known as Kastro, is the historic Venetian quarter of Chora and was originally built to protect the Sanudo fortress. Its construction was overseen by Marco Sanudo, the Venetian conqueror who established control over the Aegean in 1207. Stones and marble from a preexisting ancient acropolis, including blocks from the Portara, were reused in the fortress’s construction.