The picturesque chapel of Panagia Myrtidiotissa is indissolubly linked to the first welcome in Naxos. And how could it be different, since it is literally next to the point where the ships tie in the port of the island. The chapel of Panagia Myrtidiotissa is built on a small rocky island, which has been widened […]
The Tower and the Monastery of Agia, are located in the northern part of Naxos, 6 km before the village of Apollonas. The two imposing buildings are built in a green environment with a breathtaking view of the Aegean Sea. History: The Monastery of Agia or else Ypsiloteras is built at an altitude of 220 […]
The “lying” Kouros of Apollonas is a reference point on the island. The impressive marble statue, a symbol of the area and of Naxos, is worth visiting. History: The Kouros of Apollonas is estimated to have been created in the 6th century BC and its length exceeds 10 m. It is “lying down” at the […]
In the area of Fleriο, next to the village of Mylοι, there are parts of the Ancient Aqueduct. It is an important technical work of antiquity with enormous historical value. History: The wider area of the Melanes experienced great prosperity in the 6th and 7th centuries BC due to the marble quarries. Major technical works […]
In the wider area of the Melanes, there is the important outdoor archaeological site, the Sanctuary of the Springs. Where is it: The Sanctuary of the Springs is located at Flerio, after the village of Mylοι and a few meters before the place where the Kouros of Melanes is exposed. History: The Sanctuary of the […]
Without any doubt, it is one of the most fantastic buildings of the island. The Timios Stavros Monastery or Bazaios’ Tower is located 12 km south of Chora, in Kampos of Agiasos. It is a monastery that looks more like a tower. It is open to visitors and throughout the summer hosts major cultural events. […]
