EXPLORE NAXOS ISLAND!
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.
General Information
Halki—also spelled Chalki—is a traditional village located in the heart of the Tragea region, an area known as the largest olive-growing valley in the Cyclades. It lies about 16 km from Naxos Town. The village has a rich past and once served as Naxos’ capital, functioning as its administrative and commercial hub. Its former prosperity is still evident in the many elegant neoclassical buildings that line its streets.
Location: Naxos Town
The Portara—also known as the “Great Door”—is a monumental marble gateway and one of Naxos’ most iconic landmarks. It stands on the small islet of Palatia, just next to the port. In ancient times, the islet was connected to the northern edge of the harbor by a natural strip of land, now replaced by a modern causeway. According to legend, this is where Ariadne, daughter of the Minoan king, was deserted by Theseus after he defeated the Minotaur in Crete.
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Filoti is the largest village on Naxos, situated about 18 km from Naxos Town. It sits amphitheatrically on the slopes of Mount Za, the tallest peak in the Cyclades. Nestled within the lush Tragea valley, the village is surrounded by countless olive trees and rich greenery.
