Naxos
Naxos is the largest and the most
fertile island of the Cyclades in Greece. Naxos is green, mountainous, has a distinctive architecture and sandy beaches. Agriculture is very important in the economy of the island, olives, olive oil, potatoes and fruits are some of the products produced in Naxos. Since the 19th century that is exported throughout Europe a citrus liqueur, something very traditional in Naxos. Recently tourism has also become important in the local economy. Naxos Town is the capital and locate in its the busy harbor, lies the most famous monument of the island, The Portara, a huge stone doorframe to the “never completed” temple to Apollo on an islet just by the harbor of the town. Do not miss the Temple of Demeter and the Domus Della Rocca Barozzi. Besides the beautiful beaches, it is worthy exploring the interior of Naxos. There are ferries from other islands of the Cyclades to Naxos and also from the port of Piraeus in Athens. Hotels in Naxos
What to visit in Naxos – Portara – Apollo Temple; Naxos Town; Apeiranthos; Apollonas; Egares; Filoti; Galini; Keramoti; Kinidaros; Koronida; Koronos; Agios Prokopios; Moutsouna; Temple of Demeter; Chora Metropolis; Archaeological Museum of Naxos; Alikó; Panagia Drosiani; Plaka Beach;
Restaurants in Naxos
- Antamoma Cuisine Deli Store
- Irini’s Restaurant
- Doukato Restaurant
- Naxian Capriccio
- Scirocco Cafe Restaurant
- Palatia Beach Restaurant Agia Anna Naxos
Transports in Naxos
By Boat – There are ferries to Naxos from Athens and several Cyclades Islands. Timetables and tickets here.
Maps of Naxos
Map of Naxos
Where is Naxos located on Map of Greece