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.
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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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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.
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.
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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.
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Agia Anna Beach is situated about 6 km from Naxos Town and forms the natural extension of Agios Prokopios Beach. It is one of the island’s most vibrant coastal areas thanks to its well-developed tourist facilities, offering a wide variety of accommodations as well as many cafés, restaurants, and bars.
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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.
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Agios Prokopios Beach lies on the western coast of Naxos, about 5 km from Naxos Town and situated between Agia Anna and Agios Georgios. It is one of the most famous beaches on the island and, having received the Blue Flag several times, ranks among the top beaches in both Greece and Europe.
