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Museums

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 06:34:57 GMT

There are several interesting museums all around Naxos that depict the long history, culture and landscape of this beautiful Cycladic island. You will find nice museums to visit not only in Chora, the capital village, but also in many other villages in the countryside.

The most important

Local Products

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:11:47 GMT

As Naxos is the greenest and most fertile island of the Cyclades, its inhabitants are dealing a lot with agriculture and produce high-quality products.

Naxos island is especially known for its meat and cheese. Some of the most famous cheeses of Naxos are Graviera (a quite hard cheese with

Watersports

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 09:42:28 GMT

The long, sandy and well organized beaches of Naxos provide some wonderful chances to enjoy water sports. In fact, many water sports clubs are found along the beaches of Naxos, where probably your Naxos hotel will be, and offer training courses foe beginners or rent equipment.

The most pop

Shopping

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 07:09:33 GMT

Naxos is certainly not a shopping hub, as it mostly has small shops to buy daily goods and some gift stores. Most and best organized shopping areas on Naxos are found in Chora, the capital village of Naxos. This is where you can buy all you need in your vacations. There are certainly many other g

Weather

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 06:14:32 GMT

The weather on Naxos is mild and its climate is Mediterranean. The best season to visit Naxos is summer, when the sun is warm and sunshine lasts for 15 hours a day. Soft sea breezes blow in the afternoon and make the atmosphere cooler. Note that temperatures in summer can reach 40oC. It rarely ra

Nightlife

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 06:21:37 GMT

The island of Naxos, one of the top tourist destinations in Greece, has developed a lot of nightlife options over the years. Apart from the bar in your Naxos hotel, you will also find many others. Most of these bars and clubs are found in Chora, the capital village. Along the port and the narrow, pa

How To Go To Naxos

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 06:22:58 GMT

Naxos, one of the top Greek tourism destinations, can be reached by plane and by sea.

The airport of Naxos receives daily flights from Athens International Airport and the trip takes about 45 minutes. There are also many charter flights to arrive in Naxos from abroad. Outside the airport,

Sightseeing

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 13:08:10 GMT

Naxos Cyclades is an island with a long history and rich culture. As you explore it, you will find many sights to depict its past spread all around it. Apart from the traditional villages and the beautiful beaches, Naxos is also known for its historical monuments.

The most famous architect

Villages

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 06:59:00 GMT

As Naxos is mostly a mountainous island, most villages are found in the mountainside. Apart from excellent and clean beaches, Naxos also has wonderful villages spread in close distance to each other and having special characteristics. Ask your Naxos hotel information about how to go to every vill

Transportations

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 10:55:56 GMT

Once you arrive on Naxos, there are many ways to move around the island. Apart from taxis that can be found in every village, there is also a good bus network. Buses leave from Chora and run almost the entire island. However, you have to get informed on the exact schedule because itineraries vary de

Festivals

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 10:54:55 GMT

The people of Naxos have a truly festive and joyful character and organize many festivals all year round. Several religious feasts are held in the villages of Naxos with the participation of all visitors and residents. These festivals are held on the name day of their saint and include a holy mass,

Naxos Overview

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 09:15:11 GMT

Naxos, the biggest and greenest island of the Cyclades, is found right in the centre of the Aegean Sea. Its lush green landscape, the amazing beaches and the welcoming inhabitants have included Naxos among the top Greek summer destinations.

Frequently linked to Piraeus with normal ferries

Beaches

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 09:13:27 GMT

Apart from its natural beauty and its rich cultural heritage, Naxos is also famous for its long and sandy beaches that can be found all around the island. However, the most developed beach resorts are located on the eastern side, where you are more probable to find your Naxos hotel to spend vacation

Churches

Mon, 25 May 2009 13:55:48 GMT

There are innumerable churches scattered throughout Naxos island and they all share a common feature: they look lovely and cozy either they stand in the centre of the village or if they are lost among the lush green mountainsides. Whenever your Naxos hotel is located, you are bound to have a beau

History

Mon, 18 May 2009 12:39:28 GMT

The history of Naxos has got a close connection with the Greek mythology. There are several myths related to Naxos. One of them says that Zeus, the king of all Olympian Gods, was born in Crete but he was raised in Naxos. That is why the inhabitants named their highest mountain Zas, after Zeus. Anoth

Architecture

Mon, 11 May 2009 09:50:16 GMT

The long history and rich culture of Naxos have vividly left their mark on the island, especially when it comes to architecture. Apart from the traditional Cycladic architecture, Naxos also has many remains from the Venetian times, including a picturesque Castle and elegant mansions scattered aro

The Temple Of Demeter In Sangri

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 06:55:48 GMT

Near the village of Sangri, about 10 km from Naxos town, you will find the ancient temple of Demeter, the goddess of grain. As Naxos has always been a fertile island, the cult of Demeter was very frequent in the ancient times. It is estimated that this temple was built in about 530 B.C. on the site