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Naxos
is the biggest island of Cyclades, inhabited by 15,200 people. Its
rich valleys full of olive trees, fruit trees, horticultural and
vines, as well as the fields and the farming give to Naxos independence
as for the main products that it needs.
The
city has many sights worthy to be visited, narrow streets and a
lot of stone houses, while at its backside brand new houses and
hotels are built.
The
beautiful villages of the island can offer peaceful vacations. Apollonas
(Apollo) is one of the most picturesque coastal villages of the
island. There are located the well known since antiquity quarries
of marble. The village has 100 residents and abstains 48 kilometers
from the capital.
Apirathos,
one of Cyclades' most beautiful villages, is built at Fanari. The
village maintains its form almost intact since the period of Venetians.
Apirathos has 760 residents. Other villages worthy to be visited
are Ayia Anna Ayios Prokopios, Koronas, Engares, Melanes, Trayea,
Filoti, built in the green environment and clean waters.
Portara,
the entry of Apollo Temple, was started to be built during the means
of the 6th century BC. by the tyrant of Naxos Lygdamis, at the islet
that the locals call Palatia. The Temple was never finished, but
connected to the tragic story of Ariadni.
The
Ancient city. At the north of the port are found relics of the Mycenaean
Agora. Part of the Ancient City is in the sea.
The
Castle is undeniably the most enchanting part of the town of Naxos.
Passing through Trani Porta you can admire the tower with its fighting
places still being in their very first positions. Many of the Castle's
houses were built during 14th and 15th centuries and have on their
facades Venetian blazons. In the Castle you can see the Venetian
Church, the building of the Ursulins, the Catholic Metropolis and
the residence of the Catholic Bishop.
The
oldest church of the island is Panayia Vlaherniotissa with beautiful
Icons, such as the ones of Panayia (Virgin Mary) and Prophet Elias,
painted by the Cretan artist Angelos, student of El Greco. Beautiful
Icons you will also see at Zoodohos Piyi (Metropolis), which is
built at the area of Ancient Agora. The small church Panayia Myrtidiotissa
at the port is built on a small islet.
Belonias
Tower, on the road to Galanados, was the residence of the Venetian
sovereign of the area. There is also the "twin" church
of Ayios Ioannis (Saint John), which was used both from Orthodox
and Catholics, too. The tower impresses the visitors with its imposing
form and offers unique view to the capital of Naxos.
The
Archaeological Museum of Naxos is located at the Commercial School
of Jesuits and includes appreciable exhibits.
The
Museum of Metropolis, an underground museum, at the front of the
Metropolis, between four churches next to relics of an ancient town
of 1100 BC.
The
feast of Ayios Nicodemos on 14th July is the biggest feast of the
island. Dionysia, cultural events organized by the Municipality,
take place during the second half of July.
To
Naxos: There is coastal connection from Piraeus, Paros and Syros.
At
Naxos: You can use local buses (tel: 228502291) and taxis (tel:2285022444)
as well.
Health
Centre:
2285023333
Naxos Municipality:
2285022717
Police Department:
2285022100
Port Authority:
2285022300
Airport:
2285023292
Gastronomy:
Local cheese, the sweet wine of Naxos and kefalopodia (local meat
soup).
You should buy: Embroideries, woolies, honey, cheese, olives, olive
oil, citron (as a sweat or as a drink) and walnuts.
Fishing: The fish caches have been decreased.
Sailing: You can leave your ship at one of the three harbours of
Naxos or at Alikos. You can refill at Naxos port.
Swimming: At the beautiful and crowded beach of Ayios Prokopis with
its thick sand, at the famous beach of Ayia Anna and at the clear
sea of the immense Plaka. You will find crystal waters at Pyrgaki,
Mikri Vigla and Ayiasos. Psili Ammos is situated next to a forest
of Cedars.
 
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